Senior Program Manager - Public Affairs
Senior Program Manager - Public Affairs
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06-04-2025
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Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility empathy is progress and curiosity is momentum.
At Edelman we understand diversity equity inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues our company our clients and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all reflects and represents the world in which we live and fosters trust collaboration and belonging.
Edelmans Public & Govt Affairs team combines business strategy government affairs corporate social responsibility and sustainability and political risk analysis to help clients navigate changing political dynamics. Our mission is to build trust in todays evolving geopolitical environment.We view ourselves as a startup built on top of one of the worlds most recognizable brands.We are looking for someone with experience in delivering against public policy and stakeholder management programs with strong research skills an account management background excellent communication and writing skills and an eye for detail. The clients are demanding and our work is fastpaced you will need to be a quick thinker a strong multitasker and thrive in a dynamic environment.
A Senior Program Manager will support client strategy monitor issues manage projects coordinate research carried out by analysts and interns and produce clientready deliverables as assigned. Senior Program Managers will also support and monitor issues and produce relevant materials for new business development. In addition they will support with content for thought leadership from the region. Senior Program Managers will report to AVPs/VPs and can oversee project managers and analysts.
The precise nature of activities will depend on the priorities and client work during the time of the placement to be agreed upon. However the responsibilities and tasks are likely to include the following:
Directly supporting and managing public affairs and research strategy engagement and communication programmes for clients including but not limited to economic policy and trade market entries climate change and sustainability technology energy as well as related specific issues
Serving as the daytoday contact with clients identifying and flagging policy challenges and opportunities and providing related strategic advice.
Monitoring issues related to the clients organization or sector
Coordination of research conducted by the team
Producing firstround client deliverables
Preparation of materials for meetings events or other clients/stakeholders/media engagement activities
Identifying policy and market trends to pitch relevant new business opportunities
Conducting and overseeing research to inform pitches and producing pitch materials
Liaising with regional and global Edelman teams and managing the rollouts of relevant plans and assets
Support in drafting thought leadership positioning notes
Basic Qualifications:
At least 68 years of experience in public affairs either as a consultant inhouse corporate resource or in relevant NGO associations or private firms leading work related to F&B sector & policy areas outlined.
University degree in political science communications international relations economic policy and trade law or other relevant field
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills a positive approach with a selflearning attitude
Excellent analytical and written skills
Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple assignments
Proactive approach and ability to network
A good understanding of the media landscape will be an asset
Ability to work effectively in a varied environment and with other teams
Strong command over Microsoft office (Word Excel PowerPoint) additional skills are a plus.
Interest in digital forms of communication and a good understanding of the social media landscape.
We are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt perfectly align with every qualification we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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