Government Affairs Manager

The Government Affairs Manager is responsible for building maintaining and strengthening relationships with government authorities industry associations and key external stakeholders to support the companys business operations in the mobile phone smart device digital technology and telecommunications sectors.

This role acts as a bridge between the company and regulatory bodies ensuring that the company stays informed of policy developments legal changes technical standards trade regulations data protection requirements cybersecurity rules and other regulations relevant to technology products.

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with relevant ministries government agencies regulators local authorities industry associations and business chambers.
  
• Represent the company in policy meetings seminars industry forums public-private dialogues and association activities.
  
• Support senior management in engagements with government agencies international organizations embassies business associations and strategic partners.
  
• Identify key stakeholders and develop appropriate engagement plans.
  

• Monitor analyze and update the company on policies draft laws and new regulations related to:
  • Mobile phones consumer electronics and smart devices.
    
  • Telecommunications frequency management network connectivity and product conformity certification.
    
  • Trade import/export tax customs and market surveillance.
    
  • Personal data protection cybersecurity and information security.
    
  • Technical standards environmental requirements batteries chargers packaging and recycling.
    
  • E-commerce advertising and consumer protection.
    
• Assess the potential impact of policy and regulatory changes on business operations products supply chain and market strategy.
  
• Prepare policy analysis reports regulatory updates and action recommendations for senior management.
  

• Work with internal teams to develop company positions policy comments and advocacy proposals.
  
• Draft official letters presentation materials position papers briefing notes and other documents for engagement with government authorities.
  
• Participate in providing comments on draft regulations through industry associations or direct engagement channels.
  
• Identify policy legal and reputational risks that may affect the companys operations.
  
• Recommend mitigation plans to ensure the companys activities are aligned with regulatory expectations.
  

• Collaborate with Sales Marketing Legal Compliance Supply Chain Product After-sales and Regulatory teams to address matters involving government agencies or regulators.
  
• Support license applications certifications approvals product registrations and other administrative procedures.
  
• Assist in handling issues related to market inspections product quality management public communications or consumer complaints.
  
• Ensure business activities product launches and marketing campaigns comply with applicable regulations.
  

• Provide internal advice on the policy environment and relevant regulatory requirements.
  
• Organize or support internal policy update sessions for relevant departments.
  
• Maintain databases of government agencies industry associations policy developments and priority issues.
  
• Coordinate with regional or global teams to update them on Vietnams policy environment and implement the groups external affairs priorities.
  

• Bachelors degree or above in Law Public Policy International Relations Economics Journalism Communications Business Administration or a related field.
  
• A postgraduate degree or specialized training in public policy law technology or telecommunications is preferred.
  

• Minimum 58 years of experience in Government Affairs Public Policy External Affairs Legal Compliance or Regulatory Affairs.
  
• Experience in one or more of the following industries is preferred:
  • Technology.
    
  • Mobile phones / consumer electronics.
    
  • Telecommunications.
    
  • E-commerce.
    
  • FMCG or multinational companies operating in highly regulated environments.
    
• Prior experience working with government agencies industry associations or international organizations is an advantage.
  
• Strong understanding of Vietnams legal system policymaking process and regulatory environment.
  

• Solid understanding of public policy corporate law and regulations related to the technology and telecommunications sectors.
  
• Ability to analyze draft regulations and assess their impact on business operations.
  
• Knowledge of personal data protection cybersecurity trade import/export technical standards and consumer protection is an advantage.
  
• Ability to develop stakeholder engagement strategies and manage external relationships effectively.
  

• Excellent communication negotiation and relationship-building skills.
  
• Strong ability to write reports official letters policy papers and briefing notes in a clear and persuasive manner.
  
• Strategic thinking analytical skills and strong problem-solving ability.
  
• Ability to work independently handle confidential information and manage sensitive situations.
  
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and ability to work with international teams.
  
• Proficiency in English including business writing and presentations.
  
• Professional careful trustworthy and capable of representing the company externally.
  

• Quality and timeliness of policy analysis reports and regulatory updates.
  
• Effectiveness in building and maintaining relationships with government agencies industry associations and key stakeholders.
  
• Ability to support the company in handling legal policy and administrative matters.
  
• Contribution to reducing policy risks and reputational risks.
  
• Effectiveness of coordination with internal departments and regional/global teams.
  
• Contribution to protecting the companys legitimate interests and supporting business growth.
  

• Competitive salary based on capability and experience.
  
• Performance bonus and benefits in accordance with group policy.
  
• Opportunity to work in an international professional and dynamic environment.
  
• Opportunity to participate in strategic projects related to policy technology and market development.
  
• Health insurance social insurance annual leave and other benefits in accordance with company policy.