Government Relations Manager

One of the global oil and gas companies is currently looking for a Government Relations Manager with high-level connections to the government. In this job, you will be located in Central Jakarta.

About the Government Relations Manager Role:
You will monitor the political environment for the relevant trends/topics that affect the company business operations in Indonesia. This position reports to the VP Government Relations and will be located in Jakarta.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate any possible impacts both for opportunities and risks for the company, including all the business units
• Develop local political positions on specific topics and in coordination with relevant organisational units
• Establish, maintain, and manage an internal network with all relevant actors for political activities in Indonesia
• Build up and maintain an external network with key political decision makers and other relevant stakeholders
• Represent the company in association/committee meetings in Indonesia
• Organise and coordinate political meetings for high-ranking company associates
• Regularly report essential political information in Indonesia to relevant internal stakeholders of the company
• Provide advice to the respective local GM and business units on external affairs related topics and political positions
• Communicate the company's positions to decision-makers and key influencers in order to shape favourable political conditions for the company
• Represent the company at local conferences, meetings, and media events

To succeed in this Government Relations Manager job, you will need to have the ability to work effectively and co-operatively with senior business development teams, across borders and internal matrix.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of a bachelor's or master's degree - preferably in public policy, law or macroeconomics (but open to any possibilities)
• At least eight years' experience in a related field
• Strong interest in learning, agility, and curiosity
• Data driven
• Strong analytical and planning skills
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Experience in the government or public affairs sectors, public policy consultant, data research firms, management consultant firms, or NGO is a plus

This is a market-leading oil and gas company that offers challenging but rewarding growth opportunities.

If you are looking to advance in your career, this Government Relations Manager role is a good fit for you.

Apply for this opportunity today.