Government Relations and Public Policy Manager

7 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa TikTok Full time
Government Relations and Public Policy Manager (Francophone Africa)

TikTok Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Responsibilities

This is an opportunity to join our dynamic Government Relations and Public Policy team focusing on key Francophone Africa markets.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Building relationships with local governments, NGOs, academia, think tanks and other stakeholders in Francophone Africa and selected Sub Saharan African (SSA) markets to support the growth of TikTok;
  2. Working with policymakers, think tanks, private sector partners and NGOs on issues of data protection, privacy, safety and security, intellectual property, e-governance, content policy and other technology-relevant public policy concerns;
  3. Building long-term strategic relationships with local partners; developing and executing advocacy/policy campaigns in relevant public policy areas that impact TikTok;
  4. Advising internal teams on public policy matters emerging in Francophone Africa and the rest of SSA; helping to shape strategic and actionable plans in line with respective governments' regulations and policy frameworks;
  5. Actively identifying emerging and significant policy issues in these markets and engaging with stakeholders and experts on issues of importance;
  6. Monitoring political and social events in the SSA region, and working with local teams to mitigate operational risks;
  7. Being an external advocate for TikTok's policy positions, and working to help local communities understand TikTok better.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. A Master's degree or equivalent practical experience;
  2. Significant demonstrated experience managing public policy and/or government relations, advocacy work and government/private sector partnerships;
  3. Outstanding judgment, persuasive and lobbying skills, creativity, and the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced and often uncertain environment;
  4. A keen understanding of the region's political system, environment and institutions, as well as cultural landscape;
  5. A solid network and relationships with Francophone Africa policy-makers, academia, civil society and the technology industry;
  6. A strong team player with the ability to exercise good judgment in a rapidly changing and dynamic environment;
  7. Bilingual proficiency in English and French as you will be working with external stakeholders whose primary language is French.

Preferred Qualifications:

  1. An educational background in law or (tech) public policy is a plus;
  2. Experience in local government or a public policy team of a global tech or Internet company is preferred;
  3. An interest in emerging technologies and public policy work.

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace

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