Stakeholder Engagement Manager- APAC

Kinsley Power Systems; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ICANN is seeking a Regional Stakeholder Engagement lead for APAC in Singapore. The role partners with regional stakeholders to advance ICANN’s presence and manages government and public affairs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement regional initiatives.

You will communicate ICANN policies on complex technical topics, represent ICANN publicly, and contribute to media content while building strong relationships with regulators, registries, researchers, and industry peers in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Public Policy, International Affairs, Communications, or related field.
• Experience in multinational or intergovernmental contexts is preferred.
• Proficiency in English; additional languages desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and refine the APAC Regional Plan in line with ICANN's Strategic Plan.
• Collaborate across ICANN teams to execute the APAC Regional Plan.
• Analyze information to identify gaps and trends for informed decision making.
• Lead programs and initiatives with regional community partners.
• Maintain relationships with government, registries, registrars, internet companies, and civil society.
• Represent ICANN at external engagements and policy forums.
• Prepare content on ICANN activities for social media and blogs.
• Engage in research and writing on regional internet developments.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Multicultural collaboration

Stakeholder management

Policy/regulatory awareness

Social media literacy

Initiative and self-starter

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office

Google Docs

Salesforce

Job description

Maintaining an extensive network of key stakeholders in the region, the role partners with key stakeholders to expand ICANN’s presence and deepen its engagement in the region. The scope of work also includes public and government affairs, including liaising with GE colleagues to track policy/regulatory issues of importance to ICANN stakeholders in the region.

The role assists the Director, Stakeholder Engagement – APAC in overseeing the regional office’s overall engagement plans and activities, including leading in programs/initiatives in partnership with the regional community.

The candidate needs to communicate well on ICANN and technical/technology issues as an ICANN representative.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

Assist the Director,Stakeholder Engagement – APAC, to develop, implement and refine the APAC Regional Plan in consultation with the APAC Community, in line with the ICANN Strategic Plan.

Support the Director in cross-functional collaboration and coordination with the relevant teams in ICANN to implement the APAC Regional Plan.

Support the VP, Stakeholder Engagement – APAC in the analysis of information and data for the purpose of identifying gaps and trends.

Lead in programs/initiatives, partnering relevant teams in ICANN as well as the regional community.

Maintain and establish key relationships with regional stakeholders including government, domain name registries and registrars, Internet companies, network operators, academia and civil society.

Handle relationship management and communication across different stakeholder groups,solving problems and escalating to internal colleagues as needed.

Advance interests through public education of ICANN, and actively communicate ICANN’s policies and processes to stakeholders.

Represent ICANN in external engagement, speaking at public policy fora, tech industry gatherings and Internet community meetings.

Contribute content on ICANN activities on social media and blogs.

Engage in research, writing and other activities to provide analysis and critical thinking on developments in the region affecting the Internet and ICANN

Other duties as assigned or requested

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)

Exceptional communication and writing skills

Excellent organizational and project management skills, including ability to prioritize and manage competing demands on time

Entrepreneurial drive with respect to developing and implementing engagement programs including capacity development programs for different stakeholders

Strong analytical skills, including ability to dive deep on regulations by understanding how legislative and regulatory proposals may impact ICANN’s mission

Strong interpersonal skills, ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural environment with respect for diversity; comfortable with social media.

Comfortable working in ambiguous environments; self-starter that can use good judgment and resourcefulness to take action in the absence of clear guidance

Keen interest in Domain Name System, emerging technologies, Internet governance, engagement across different stakeholder groups, relationship management, communications

Knowledge of ICANN, the Internet and the Domain Name System preferred but not required

Proficiency using MS Office, Google Documents and keen to learn new software such as Salesforce and other platforms

Maintain highest personal levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality and integrity

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Public Policy, International Affairs, Communications, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or computer related field

Experience :

Minimum eight (8) years of work experience in a multinational business, intergovernmental or international organization.

Prior international experience preferred

Languages:

Fluency, both written and spoken, in English is required

ICANN is a global organization that values diversity; preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated skills in additional languages besides English

Business competency in at least one additional language – preferably any of the official United Nations languages

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed

Comfort level with an international work environment that requires availability at times outside normal business hours, seven days per week.

Work is performed in a normal office environment

Targeted Base Salary Low:

Targeted Base Salary High:

Note: The salary range provided here is a general estimation for the position at the time of posting based on the primary location. Salary ranges vary based upon geographic regions and countries. Final compensation packages take into consideration of a variety of factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, work experience, knowledge, skills and other compensable factors.