PMO to Head of Public Policy SEA

Responsibilities

About TikTok
TikTok will be prioritizing applicants who have a current right to work in Singapore, and do not require TikTok sponsorship of a visa.

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and its offices include New York, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Why Join Us
Creation is the core of TikTok's purpose. Our platform is built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make TikTok possible.
Together, we inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we all believe in and aim towards achieving every day.
To us, every challenge, no matter how difficult, is an opportunity; to learn, to innovate, and to grow as one team. Status quo? Never. Courage? Always.
At TikTok, we create together and grow together. That's how we drive impact - for ourselves, our company, and the communities we serve.
Join us.

About
The Southeast Asia (SEA) Public Policy & Government Affairs team's work spans across a broad and diverse range of functions and workstreams, including government affairs and government relations; policy and issue area expertise; risk and crisis management and mitigation; outreach, coalitions, and partnerships; and philanthropy. The mission of the SEA Public Policy & Government Affairs team is to develop and advocate for solutions for pressing high technology issues and to promote a political, legislative, and regulatory environment that supports growth and innovation for our business.

Responsibilities
- Supporting the Head of SEA Public Policy in developing and implementing the team's long-term and short-term based on emerging issues, market trends, and business needs.
- Managing the day-to-day operations of the Southeast Asia (SEA) Public Policy & Government Affairs team in close coordination with regional and local directors to ensure smooth functioning of the team.
- Monitoring and analyzing relevant policy developments externally and progress on projects internally to publish update briefs, insight notes, while also tracking the team's progress on OKRs.
- Coordinating with cross-functional teams within TikTok to ensure alignment on initiatives and building key strategic relationships internally to remove roadblocks, fill gaps, and streamline projects.
- Aiding the Head of SEA Public Policy with preparing briefing materials, presentations, and other documents for high-level meetings, both internally and externally.
- Providing strategic inputs to the Head of SEA Public Policy on key areas of work both internally and externally.
- Organizing key internal events, like offsites, summits, workshops, etc. to bring all team members together, based on the need, to facilitate peer-to-peer learning and help build a strong team culture.
- Determine priority of matters of attention for the Head of Public Policy SEA; redirect matters to staff or handle matters personally, as appropriate.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in economics, finance, public policy, political science, law, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of prior experience in public policy, government relations, or a related field.
- Experience in project management and strategic planning.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong writing skills is a must.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Willing to work across timezones given the travel schedule of the Head of Public Policy SEA.
- Ability to build strong strategic relationship within the team and with cross-functional team members.

Preferred Qualifications
- Sensitivity towards diverse cultures and working styles.
- Ability to organise multiple projects and work, and deliver in a short period of time.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Global mindset desired. Diverse language skills a plus.
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TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
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