Manager of Africa Government Affairs at CISCO

What You'll Do

Cisco is looking for a government affairs professional to join a global team for a position as Manager of Africa Government Affairs, based in Nigeria. Reporting to the Senior Director of Africa Government Affairs, this individual will support Cisco’s government engagements and public policy efforts throughout the continent. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Building relationships with key leaders, elected officials, and policymakers at all levels of government
• Advancing public policies that bolster ICT adoption and enable Cisco’s mission to power an inclusive future for all
• Engaging Cisco in local policymaking processes, including representing Cisco in industry coalitions and participating in trade association activities
• Working closely with Cisco country leaders throughout the continent and other senior executives globally
• Advising on current political and policy trends, including potential business implication

Who You Are

You have political and public policy experience combined with the following:

• Comprehensive understanding of political systems, as well as legilative and regulatory processes throughout the continent
• Familiarity with public policy issues and challenges impacting the technology industry
• Exceedingly strong political judgement and relationship-building skills
• Ability to explain complex regulatory and policy matters to senior executives
• Excellent writer, capable of preparing briefings, position papers, and presentations
• Enthusiastic self-starter who loves to learn and enjoys working with equally motivated colleagues
• Results-oriented team player with a high regard for getting the job done well

Minimum Requirements:

• At least five years' experience in the public and/or private sector, including within government, corporate government affairs, trade associations, and public policy institutions
• Technology-related experience is a plus
• Degree in political science, business, law, economics or similar field; advanced degree is a plus
• Excellent English
• Willing to travel throughout the continent and, on occasion, internationally