Public Affairs Manager

Public Affairs Manager

Location: Warsaw/Wrocaw

Hybrid model: 2 days office/3 days remote

Let us introduce you the job offer by EY GDS Poland a member of the global integrated service delivery center network by EY.

EY is a global leader in assurance tax transaction and advisory services. Our purpose is to build a better working world by helping clients navigate complex financial landscapes and achieve sustainable growth. We work collaboratively with stakeholders to design and implement strategies that enhance financial inclusion promote responsible investment and foster sustainable practices. The International Development Hub in Geneva serves as a vital link between the EY network and international organizations including the entire UN system. Its mission is to align EYs services with the value chains of these organizations ensuring that our contributions are relevant and congruent with the multilateral system. By fostering collaboration and engagement the IDH enhances EYs impact through thought leadership hosting events and providing shared analyses that address global challenges and support sustainable development initiatives.

Position overview: The Public Affairs Manager for the United Nations and related agencies global client service partner (GCSP) at EY will play a pivotal role in supporting the preparation and of GCSP activities. This position is expected to be nonchargeable and will involve supporting the firms engagement with UN and UN related internal and external activities incl. preparation of GCSP activities organizing visits and events managing the coordination of highlevel client meetings and followup actions contributing to internal and external communications. This position is designed to work closely with the GCSP the GCSPs Executive Assistant and the International Development Team leadership to ensure all engagement activities with internal and external stakeholders are are recorded and aligned.

Your key responsibilities

Preparation of GCSP activities:
Develop and manage the agenda for GCSP activities ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful of activities.

Organization of events and EY Leadership visits:
Plan organize and manage events and leadership visits related to the UN and related agencies including logistics invitations and followup.
Ensure that events are executed smoothly and meet the desired outcomes.
Setting up client bilaterals

Followup on key meetings (internal and external):
Track action items and follow up on key meetings to ensure timely completion of tasks.
Prepare meeting summaries and reports for distribution to relevant stakeholders.

Preparation and followup on meetings of leadership and management group:
Assist in the preparation of materials for leadership and management group meetings.
Follow up on action items and ensure that decisions are implemented effectively

Preparation of internal and external communications:
Draft and review internal and external communications related to the UN GCSP including supporting UN & You call.
Ensure that communications are clear concise and aligned with EYs brand and messaging.

Skills and attributes for success

Education: Bachelors or masters degree in business administration International Relations or a related field.
Work experience: Proven experience in a similar role (e.g. chief of staff strategic communications public affairs) within a global organization particularly in the multilateral humanitarian or development sector.
Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Englis. Extra: French.
Organizational & management skills: Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Analytical skills: Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills with proficiency in data analysis tools.
Technical skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong Excel skills.
Interpersonal skills (see further below): Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Personal attributes:

Flexibility and Adaptability: Proven ability to thrive in fastpaced dynamic environments with changing priorities and client needs.
Passion for Impact: Demonstrated commitment to international development with a strong passion for creating positive tangible change.
Motivation and Proactivity: Highly motivated and proactive with a drive to initiate and lead projects effectively.
Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail ensuring thoroughness and accuracy in all tasks.
Collaborative Teamwork: Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of diverse crossfunctional teams.
Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills fostering strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
Value Alignment: Strong commitment to organizational values and purpose aligning personal goals with the organizations mission.
Cultural Humility Embrace cultural humility recognizing the importance of diverse perspectives and approaches.
Growth Mindset: Maintain a growth mindset viewing challenges as opportunities for growth and learning.
Empathy: Cultivate empathy to build meaningful relationships with colleagues stakeholders and local communities.

What we offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across ten locations Argentina China Hungary India the Philippines Poland Sri Lanka Mexico Spain and the United Kingdom and with teams from all EY service lines geographies and sectors playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with wellknown brands from across the globe. Well introduce you to an everexpanding ecosystem of people learning skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

Continuous learning:Youll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

Success as defined by you:Well provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.

Transformative leadership:Well give you the insights coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

Diverse and inclusive culture:Youll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

About EY

EY Building a better working world

EY exists to build a better working world helping to create longterm value for clients people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Enabled by data and technology diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow transform and operate.

Working across assurance consulting law strategy tax and transactions EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above please contact us as soon as possible.

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