Senior Public Policy Manager - Australia & New Zealand
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About the Team
The Australia and New Zealand (AUNZ) Public Policy team's work spans across a broad and diverse range of functions and workstreams, including government relations; policy and issue area expertise; risk and issue management and mitigation; outreach and partnerships; and philanthropy. The mission of the AUNZ Public Policy team is to develop and advocate for solutions for pressing tech policy-related issues and to promote a political, legislative, and regulatory environment that supports growth and innovation for our business.
This is a full-time position based in Sydney.
Responsibilities
* Contribute to the development of public policy and political priorities for TikTok and drive advocacy with relevant Government officials and senior public servants at Federal and State level.
* Assess and communicate potential regulatory threats and opportunities, develop mitigation or enhancement strategies and policy positions, and coordinate external advocacy efforts, outreach programs and key initiatives in concert with TikTok's business objectives.
* Arrange, lead, and participate in meetings and briefings for politicians and senior bureaucrats on the views of TikTok and be an effective advocate with public officials.
* Advance TikTok's policy positions directly where appropriate and through industry associations/coalitions to enable a transparent and technology informed regulatory environment at a national level for the growth of TikTok.
* Work collaboratively and transparently with TikTok business units to ensure alignment between core business priorities and public policy goals.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification(s)
* Substantial experience working in the public or private sector on public policy development, preferably in the technology, digital transformation and/or communications area.
* Strong teamwork and communication skills: The successful applicant will need to work effectively & collaboratively with other departments, including legal, product teams, and public relations functions, to define needs, alignment and path for collaboration.
* Outstanding judgement, diplomacy and advocacy skills, and creativity.
* Discipline, self‐drive and the ability to work in a fast‐paced, demanding and often uncertain environment.
* Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Qualification(s)
* Demonstrated ability to contribute to and lead in the development of public policy initiatives and/or participating in the review of existing public policies.
* Experience working with relevant technology policy issues in AUNZ.
* A team player, with deep experience working with cross‐functional teams, influencing, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to successfully implement programs and initiatives.
* An established reputation and network of contacts among key data policy decision‐makers across government, civil society, academia and NGOs.
* Strong research and analytical skills: the successful applicant will need to take complex situations and effectively communicate their implications for the company, as well as championing the needs and priorities of the public policy function to company leadership.
About TikTok
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 we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul and Tokyo.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
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.
Acknowledgment of Country
In the spirit of reconciliation, TikTok acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full‐time
Job function
Other
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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