AMManager, External Affairs

Job Description

The External Affairs Manager will support the development of a favorable external environment for China R&D through strategic stakeholder engagement external collaboration and effective external positioning of key R&D initiatives and achievements. This role will work closely with internal R&D teams China Communications Legal Compliance and other relevant functions to support the execution of the China R&D 2030 strategy and enhance the organizations external presence and reputation.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders including government agencies industry associations and key experts to support the advancement of China R&D priorities
• Monitor policy developments relevant to the companys R&D areas; assess potential impacts on R&D activities and stakeholder landscape and provide timely insights and recommendations
• Translate China R&D priorities into structured external affairs plans ensuring alignment with global strategy and the local stakeholder environment while enhancing external visibility and positioning
• Identify leadership external engagement needs and support the development of materials for external interactions; translate complex scientific and technical information into clear accurate and audience-appropriate messaging
• Drive the planning and execution of key external collaboration initiatives; identify appropriate platforms and partners to enhance China R&Ds visibility credibility and stakeholder engagement
• Collaborate with the Communications team to ensure consistency in messaging appropriate use of channels and effective external representation of R&D initiatives and achievements
• Work closely with Legal Compliance and relevant functions to review external content and ensure alignment with applicable regulations company policies and data confidentiality requirements
• Partner with Communications and other relevant functions to monitor policy industry and public sentiment trends; identify emerging risks and key issues proactively assess their potential impact on R&D activities project execution and company reputation and recommend mitigation strategies

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