TikTok is hiring a Government Relations and Public Policy Manager (Francophone Africa): Apply!
About TikTok
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.
At the heart of everything we create is a deep commitment to fostering imagination and creativity. Our products are designed not just to function, but to inspire, empowering individuals to dream bigger, think differently, and bring their ideas to life in ways never imagined before. This same philosophy applies to the incredible teams behind our innovations.
Each day, we come together with a shared purpose: to spark creativity, push boundaries, and make a meaningful impact on the world around us. For us, challenges aren’t roadblocks—they’re opportunities. Whether faced with ambiguity, complexity, or the unknown, we embrace every obstacle as a chance to learn, to push the limits of what’s possible, and to evolve, both as individuals and as a unified team.
Complacency has no place here. We reject the status quo in favor of progress, continuously questioning, refining, and reimagining what can be achieved. And through it all, one thing remains constant: our unwavering courage to take bold steps, explore uncharted territory, and build a future fueled by creativity and innovation.
At TikTok, we create together and grow together. That’s how we drive impact-for ourselves, our company, and the users we serve. Join us.
Team Introduction
This is an opportunity to join our dynamic Government Relations and Public Policy team focusing on key Francophone Africa markets.
Responsibilities:
– Building relationships with local governments, NGOs, academia, think tanks and other stakeholders in Francophone Africa and other selected Sub Saharan African (SSA) markets to support the growth of TikTok;
– Working with policymakers, think tanks, private sector partners and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) on issues of data protection, privacy, safety and security, intellectual property, e-governance, content policy and other technology-relevant public policy concerns;
– Building long-term strategic relationships with local partners; developing and executing advocacy/policy campaigns in relevant public policy areas that impact TikTok;
– Advising internal teams on public policy matters emerging in Francophone Africa and the rest of SSA; and helping to shape strategic and actionable plans in line with respective governments’ regulations and policy frameworks;
– Actively identifying emerging and significant policy issues in these markets and engage with stakeholders and experts on issues of importance;
– Monitoring political and social events in the SSA region, and working with local teams to mitigate operational risks; and, – Being an external advocate for TikTok’s policy positions, and working to help local communities understand TikTok better.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
– A Master’s degree or equivalent practical experience;
– Significant demonstrated experience managing public policy and / or government relations, advocacy work and government / private sector partnerships;
– Outstanding judgment, persuasive and lobbying skills, creativity, and the ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced and often uncertain environment;
– A keen understanding of the region’s political system, environment and institutions, as well as cultural landscape; – A solid network and relationships with Francophone Africa policy-makers, academia, civil society and the technology industry;
– A strong team player with the ability to exercise good judgment in a rapidly changing and dynamic environment.
– Bilingual proficiency in English and French as you will be working with external stakeholders whose primary language is French Preferred Qualifications
– An educational background in law or (tech) public policy is a plus;
– Experience in local government or a public policy team of a global tech or Internet company is preferred;
– An interest in emerging technologies and public policy work TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives.
TikTok 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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