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Senior Director, Public Policy Engagement

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Government & Politics
  • Johannesburg

Requirements

  • Related Degree / Diploma or equivalent.
  • Proven experience in public policy, government affairs, and public relations, within a global corporation.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in leading strategic engagement and lobbying efforts with various government entities.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of environment, fiscal, regulatory, and public affairs management.
  • Leadership skills, with the ability to guide and implement strategies across business internally and with bottlers.
  • Confident decision-maker with experience managing wider-impact programs, vendors, and resources spanning multiple functions internally and with bottlers.
  • Interpersonal skills to navigate complex stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategic plans pertaining to public policy and government affairs.
  • Lead our lobbying efforts and engagement with external stakeholders, including government officials and community leaders.
  • Represent the Coca-Cola System in African organizations on public affairs and policy discussions.
  • Manage the company’s response to environment, health / ingredients, fiscal policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee emerging categories’ policy adherence, responsible consumption, and marketing strategies to support our commitment to social responsibility.
  • Develop playbooks for navigating main policy areas.
  • Drive projects and advocacy across the Coca-Cola System in Africa.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Senior Director, Public Policy Engagement role?

The main focus is to shape the way the company and its brands are represented in key forums and engagements, while building positive relations with stakeholders such as African multilateral organizations, government, and regulatory bodies.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The position requires a related degree or diploma and proven experience in public policy, government affairs, and public relations within a global corporation.

Will the Senior Director be involved in lobbying efforts?

Yes, the role involves leading lobbying efforts and engaging with external stakeholders, including government officials and community leaders.

What types of policies will this position manage?

This position will manage the company’s response to environmental, health/ingredients, fiscal policies, and regulatory requirements.

What are the leadership expectations for this role?

The role requires strong leadership skills to guide and implement strategies across the business internally and with bottling partners.

Is experience in stakeholder management important for this role?

Yes, the role requires interpersonal skills to navigate complex stakeholder relationships effectively.

How will the Senior Director impact the Coca-Cola System in Africa?

The Senior Director will drive projects and advocacy to support public affairs and policy discussions throughout the Coca-Cola System in Africa.

What percentage of annual incentive is associated with this role?

The annual incentive reference value percentage for this role is 30%.

Are there opportunities for professional growth in this position?

Yes, given the strategic importance of this role, there are significant opportunities for professional growth and development within the company and the industry.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1892
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Coca-Cola Company is a global beverage corporation that offers over 500 brands in more than 200 countries and territories, including well-known products such as Coca-Cola, Dasani, Fanta, and Sprite. Their ultimate mission is to refresh the world and inspire moments of optimism and happiness through their beverages. The company's purpose is to continually transform their portfolio by reducing sugar in their drinks, introducing innovative products, and minimising their environmental impact through initiatives like water replenishment and recycling. With their bottling partners, they employ over 700,000 people, contributing to economic opportunities in communities worldwide.