Government Affairs and Public Policy Manager

Google; Manila; On-site; PHP 2,000,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a Government Affairs and Public Policy Manager in the Philippines to shape policy on AI, technology and Internet issues. The role requires strong communication, analytic skills and experience interfacing with government and industry groups.

You will lead strategies that align with Google's mission, coordinate with global colleagues, and advocate for open internet principles while addressing regulatory and compliance challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in technology or related policy.

Responsibilities

• Represent Google externally in policy-making and with the Government in the Philippines.
• Develop and execute government affairs and public policy strategies in the Philippines that align with Google's mission, objectives and principles.
• Engage on a wide range of public policy issues around the Internet and AI, including AI governance, online safety, digital economy, content regulation, and competition.
• Work with trade associations, industry partners, non-profit groups, academics and others to support policies and programs that support an open internet and a bold and responsible approach to AI.
• Ensure timely internal communications and information flow locally and with global colleagues, providing counsel to cross-functional teams and leadership.

Skills

Excellent communication

Presentation skills

Fast learner

Local policy awareness

AI policy knowledge

AI tools experience

Policy development & advocacy

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Government Affairs and Public Policy Manager

If you are a foreign national finalist for a role in the Philippines and require a work permit, please be aware that Philippine labor law mandates the publication of your name and nationality in a national newspaper and the designated local government portal, as part of the immigration compliance process. This is a required step for completing your job application for this role, obtaining your work permit and employment in the country.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in technology or related policy (e.g., within government, think tanks, public interest groups, technology industry groups, or corporate public policy organizations).

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in technology or related policy (e.g., within government, think tanks, public interest groups, technology industry groups, or corporate public policy organizations).

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with internet and AI technologies and their relevant policy frameworks.
• Experience using AI tools as part of your work.
• Understanding of the local policy and regulatory environment.
• Ability to learn quickly about technical and regulatory issues.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

About the job

As a member of Google’s Government Affairs and Public Policy team, you'll be part of a Global Government Affairs team, working across regions, product areas, and functions. You’ll combine creativity and intellectual excellence with the organizational skills to manage various campaigns, projects and initiatives. In this role, you’ll advocate for Google to bring external perspectives back into the company to inform our perception and direction. You will be passionate about the opportunity to shape the future of how we use and build technology for everyone.

Responsibilities

• Represent Google externally in policy-making and with the Government in the Philippines.
• Develop and execute government affairs and public policy strategies in the Philippines that align with Google's mission, objectives and principles.
• Engage on a wide range of public policy issues around the Internet and AI, including AI governance, online safety, digital economy, content regulation, and competition.
• Work with trade associations, industry partners, non-profit groups, academics and others to support policies and programs that support an open internet and a bold and responsible approach to AI.
• Ensure timely internal communications and information flow locally and with global colleagues, providing counsel to cross-functional teams and leadership.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.