JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE
Public Policy Manager - Global Public Policy - Nepal
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and its offices include New York, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Why Join Us:
Creation is the core of TikTok's purpose. Our platform is built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make TikTok possible.
Together, we inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we all believe in and aim towards achieving every day.
To us, every challenge, no matter how difficult, is an opportunity; to learn, to innovate, and to grow as one team. Status quo? Never. Courage? Always.
At TikTok, we create together and grow together. That's how we drive impact - for ourselves, our company, and the communities we serve. Join us.
About the team:
The Government Relations and Public Policy team covers a wide range of responsibilities: government affairs and government relations; policy and issue area expertise; risk and crisis management and mitigation; outreach, coalitions, and partnerships. The mission of the team is to earn trust and prevent, manage, and mitigate political, legislative, and regulatory threats to TikTok.
Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain relationships with Government, policymakers and key opinion leaders.
- Execute strategies for engaging with policymakers around issues important to TikTok and our community of creators.
- Identify, monitor and analyze relevant policy trends and legislative proposals.
- Articulate policy positions in briefing papers, consultation responses, and internal policy meetings.
- Collaborate closely with internal cross-functional teams, including PR, Legal, Product and Engineering, to align engagement efforts with TikTok's broader strategic objectives.
- Establish and maintain meaningful relationships and deliver innovative projects with industry associations, academia and NGOs and drive long-term impact on the sustainability efforts of the company.
- Represent the company at external events to identify and unlock opportunities, build networks and establish TikTok as the most trusted brand.
Requirements:
- Direct experience in Public Policy and/or Government Relations and Advocacy work.- Knowledge of the legislative process and tech policy.
- Language proficiency: Business proficiency in writing, reading, and speaking in English & Nepali is desired based on regional requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in Political Science, International Affairs, Government, Public Affairs, related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Previous experience working at a global technology company or international organization.
- Previous advocacy experience, including the ability to analyze and communicate business implications of public policy.
- Outstanding writing skills and ability to distill complex policy issues into simple explanations and compelling messages.
- Ability to work well as part of a team and exercise sound judgment and discretion.
- Strong prioritization and multi-tasking skills.
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
TikTok is the world's leading destination for short-form video. Our platform is built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make TikTok possible.
Our employees lead with curiosity, and move at the speed of culture. Combined with our company's flat structure, you'll be given dynamic opportunities to make a real impact on a rapidly expanding company as you grow your career. We have offices across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas – and we're just getting started.