Grab

Technology

Director,PublicAffairs

S$200–350k ~AI est. Singapore, Singapore, Singapore FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Director, Public Affairs at Grab. Skills: Public affairs, Public policy, Government relations. Serve as Grab's liaison. Enhance Grab's network”

Industry & Context.

Technology
Problems you'll solve

Solve unforeseen challenges; Adapt strategies quickly; Reassess strategies quickly

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

10 years public affairs experience, 3-4 years director level experience, Knowledge of Singapore government priorities, Familiarity with political developments, Experience managing a team

Nice to Have

Experience in consulting roles, Experience in regulatory roles

What You'll Do.

Serve as Grab's liaison

Enhance Grab's network

Represent Grab on key issues

Analyze public policy issues

Develop policy positions

Provide advocacy recommendations

Develop platform policy strategy

Implement advocacy strategy

Collaborate with Grab teams

Plan public affairs campaigns

Deliver public affairs campaigns

Provide counsel to leaders

Develop government engagement strategy

Implement government engagement strategy

Support building relationships

Lead public-private partnerships

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-team initiatives; Local and regional teams; Government bodies; Regulatory agencies; Third-party entities; Community stakeholders

Communication Scope

Break down complex topics

Full Job Description

About Grab and Our Workplace Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle-free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility. Get to Know the Team The Grab Public Affairs and Policy Team is shaping the future of technology and society in Southeast Asia. We build partnerships with governments to support national policy agendas, engage constructively on public policy discussions, and drive initiatives that harness technology's positive potential to create impact across the region. The Singapore Public Affairs and Policy team develops strategies and orchestrates engagements on public policy and the national agenda in Singapore. We support GrabHQ and the local business in working with the Singapore government, community stakeholders, and the public policy community. Get to Know the Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director of Singapore, this is an exciting opportunity where you will shape and drive policies related to data, gig economy and "big tech" regulation, across Grab's transport, deliveries, and financial services business. In this high impact role, you will work with some of the most exciting public policy issues of our time, making critical decisions and breaking down complex policy topics for both the public and key stakeholders at Grab. Your expertise will guide regulatory consultations across diverse sectors, and you will play an essential role in Grab's interactions with the Singapore Government and community stakeholders. You will also advance Grab's role within the public policy landscape, staying engaged with the public affairs community, and leading efforts to align with emerging technological and socio-politi

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