Japan Tobacco International is looking for a Regional Corporate Affairs Manager.
Job purpose:
- To be an integral and active part of the Corporate Affairs and Communications team in implementing corporate Government Relations (GR) agenda policy in the regions of Russia;
- To advocate and engage for beneficial operating environment for JTI in Russia;
- Effectively represent JTI in regional GR meetings;
- To manage in a comprehensive manner (monitoring, developing, delivering, and follow up positions) selected issues and projects in GR and Public Policy area.
Requirements:
- University Degree in Legal, Economy, Political Science or Management;
- 3+ year work experience in GR (experience in multinational companies is a plus);
- Previous experience in government agencies is highly desirable;
- Knowledge of business environment for highly regulated industries (eg tobacco, pharmaceutical, alcohol) is desirable;
- Familiarity with issues faced by multinational corporations operating in Russia (especially tobacco ones);
- Good understanding of Russian Government, decision-making process, issues management, etc.;
- Excellent interpersonal contact skills, proactive approach, organization & planning skills;
- Presentational skills are a plus;
- Knowledge and understanding of internal business processes, current policies and financial procedures in multinational company;
- Ability to work effectively under time pressure & without close supervision, high self-motivation;
- Project management experience is a plus;
- Advanced PC user: excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, SAP knowledge is a plus;
Fluent English (spoken & written).
Job responsibilities:
- Identify and develop relevant contacts in regional government stakeholders and agencies;
- Monitor and analyze legislative, regulatory and related developments, take needed actions in line with GR agenda;
- Develop relevant positions, delivering and following up them with Governmental bodies and other institutions in GR & Public Policy area;
- Coordinate corporate initiatives in GR and Media sphere in regions with the objectives to promote a strong JTI corporate image, and ensure the most favorable operating environment for JTI business activities in Russia;
- Manage events (GR meetings, seminars, conferences) in the regions and other advocacy activities with representatives of government, media, influencers, and opinion leaders;
- Plan, manage and implement activities in social investment sphere to engage people communities near the JTI factories;
- To perform other tasks directed by the line manager related to the department activities.