Government Relations and Public Policy Manager - Global Public Policy - Southern Africa at TikTok

The main responsibilities for this exciting role include:

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

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Master's degree or equivalent practical experience with an educational background in law or (tech) public policy is a plus.
• Experience managing public policy and/or government relations, advocacy work, and government / private sector partnerships.
• Outstanding judgment, persuasive and lobbying skills, creativity, and the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, and often uncertain environment.
• A vast understanding of Southern African and Sub-Saharan African content markets and the technology sector.

Preferred qualifications:

• A keen understanding of the region's political system, environment, and institutions, as well as cultural landscape.
• A solid network and relationships with Southern African policy-makers, academia, civil society, and the technology industry.
• An interest in emerging technologies and public policy work.