Senior Community Affairs Lead – Data Center Engagement

VISTAS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

VISTAS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. seeks a Head of Public Policy & Government Affairs Malaysia to lead community engagement for data centre projects in Johor Bahru.

You will build strong relationships with local government, communities, and stakeholders, and guide CSR and social impact initiatives aligned with project objectives. The role requires 8–10 years of relevant experience, willingness to relocate to Johor Bahru, and the ability to travel frequently (>50%).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Willing to relocate to Johor Bahru.
• 8–10 years of experience, preferably in community relations, stakeholder engagement, CSR/ESG or data centre/infrastructure sectors.
• Experience engaging state government and local authorities.
• Travel willingness (>50%).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community engagement strategies for data centre projects.
• Identify and map key community stakeholders and manage engagement with residents associations, NGOs, schools and other local groups.
• Serve as the main contact for community-related matters and address concerns and feedback.
• Develop and manage community investment, CSR and social impact programs.
• Identify opportunities for local employment, skills development and schooling initiatives.
• Establish mechanisms to capture and respond to community feedback and risks.
• Support communications with the public and stakeholders during site development and construction.
• Coordinate with Government & Regulatory Affairs and Corporate Communications on messaging.
• Create community communications materials and awareness initiatives.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

CSR/ESG

Public policy

Communication

Community development

Project management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Community Development, Social Sciences, Sustainability, Business or related field

Job description

VISTAS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. seeks a Head of Public Policy & Government Affairs Malaysia to lead community engagement for data centre projects in Johor Bahru.

You will build strong relationships with local government, communities, and stakeholders, and guide CSR and social impact initiatives aligned with project objectives. The role requires 8–10 years of relevant experience, willingness to relocate to Johor Bahru, and the ability to travel frequently (>50%).