Country Public Policy and Government Affairs Manager

Department: Public Policy and Government Affairs

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: India

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive public policy and government affairs strategy.
• Build and maintain relationships with government ministries, regulatory agencies, parliamentarians, local governments, and relevant public institutions.
• Monitor and analyze legislative, regulatory, and political developments that may impact the business.
• Provide strategic advice to management on policy risks, opportunities, and stakeholder dynamics.
• Lead advocacy efforts on issues affecting the digital economy, platform businesses, ride-sharing, mobility, labor, taxation, consumer protection, and competition policy.
• Prepare policy briefs, position papers, consultation responses, and regulatory submissions.
• Represent the company in meetings, consultations, hearings, and policy discussions with government stakeholders.

• Develop and execute stakeholder engagement plans to strengthen the company's reputation and influence.
• Build relationships with industry associations, chambers of commerce, think tanks, academic institutions, NGOs, and other external stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for strategic partnerships that support the company's policy and business objectives.
• Organize stakeholder roundtables, policy dialogues, workshops, and industry events.
• Serve as a key external representative of the company on public policy matters.

• Design and execute advocacy campaigns supporting business priorities and regulatory objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts involving operations, legal, communications, marketing, and business teams.
• Mobilize industry and community support when necessary on key policy issues.
• Develop evidence-based advocacy supported by data, economic analysis, and market insights.

• Work closely with communications teams to ensure policy positions are effectively communicated.
• Support the development of thought leadership content, media engagement strategies, and public messaging.
• Prepare briefing materials, speeches, talking points, FAQs, and stakeholder presentations for senior executives.
• Manage sensitive public affairs issues and support crisis response efforts when required.

• Conduct policy, regulatory, and political analysis to inform decision-making.
• Commission and manage external research, economic studies, and policy assessment where appropriate.
• Track industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging policy developments.
• Develop regular reports and updates for senior leadership.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Economics, International
• Relations, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• A master's degree is an advantage.

• 3-7 years of experience in government relations, public policy, public affairs, regulatory affairs, political consulting, public sector engagement, or a related field.
• Experience engaging with government institutions and regulatory bodies.
• Experience working in technology, digital platforms, telecommunications, transportation, consulting, development organizations, or regulated industries is preferred.
• Proven track record of successfully influencing policy outcomes and managing stakeholder relationships.

• Strong understanding of political, regulatory, and policy landscape.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to develop persuasive policy arguments and advocacy strategies.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Excellent project management and cross-functional coordination skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion

Why join us

• Help us challenge injustice by creating fair choices for millions of people across 1100+ cities in 48 countries.
• Develop your professional skills with access to mentoring, career consulting, and learning programs.
• Collaborate with teams around the world and gain international experience through our Global Talent Exchange Program.
• Engage in company-wide challenges, awards, sports activities, employee-led social impact and volunteering projects.
• Work alongside people who take initiative, speak openly, and challenge themselves to grow.
• Improve your language skills through co-financed courses and internal speaking clubs.