Job description
Context
EABL/KBL is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation.
The Public Policy Manager provides subject matter expertise and works to ensure EABL/KBL establishes best practice within the assigned area of responsibility.
Essential Responsibilities
Works closely with CR Directors, Sales, Marketing, Legal, and other departments across the company to develop, influence & implement public policy positions on behalf of the company.
Scan the external environment for any legislative and regulatory risks that may affect the business
Review proposed new legislation and government policy that could affect business sustainability
Proactively develop public policy positions, strategies and plans
Implement public policy campaign plans in line with agreed company priorities and business objectives
Develop a great stakeholder network that can support business priorities
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Commerce, Public Policy, Political Science, Law or Business Administration from a recognised University
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an FMCG industry in a government/public policy relations role; or minimum 5 years in senior role in government ministry/institution
Requirements
Demonstrated awareness & Good understanding of the regulatory and tax environment in East Africa
Ability to prioritize, plan & evaluate deliverables to established strategic goals
Ability to influence and build stakeholder networks with diverse stakeholder groups
Proven application of analytical skills in a regulatory and tax environment
Demonstrated understanding of business environment and knowledge of current competitive, commercial or political situations and their impact on EABL/KBL’s regulatory strategies.
Ability to work in teams and individually with little direction. Ability to think on your feet and make quick, sound decisions; Strong problem solving and negotiation skills
Demonstrated knowledge & experience conducting, regulatory, legal, or business research.
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate business issues in English in an easy to understand manner
Must be willing to travel up to 20% of time
