Manager, Government Affairs - Africa
South Africa - Woodmead
Building 32, Woodlands Office Park
Woodlands Drive 2191
About the role:
As the Government Affairs Manager - Africa, you will handle the day-to-day interface with key external stakeholders, including government and regulatory institutions, as part of the Europe & Africa business strategy. You will develop and maintain relationships with government officials, enhancing corporate reputation through direct contact and representation of corporate positions. Providing expert advice on stakeholder engagement, you will build relationships with business influencers, industry bodies, NGOs, academic institutions, and community leaders. You will analyze and recommend positions on legislation or regulation impacting the company's products and direct selling channel. Ensuring trade association priorities reflect company objectives, you will advocate corporate positions in coordination with local and regional management and industry associations, ensuring favorable regulatory and public policy developments. Additionally, you will work with GRA to support necessary advocacy and engagement in response to regulatory challenges.
In this role, you will:
Identify and map all key stakeholders across the health & wellness and direct selling/small business sectors.
Provide regular detailed assessments of the commercial implications of proposed national and regional regulation & legislation.
Align with internal partners to devise and implement strategies to protect and advance the company's interests.
Represent the company in working groups of professional and trade associations, including those covering Direct Selling, food supplements, regulatory authority working groups, and other business organizations, where appropriate.
Ensure trade associations' priorities reflect company objectives.
Foster good relationships to align industry positions with company objectives and strengthen the effectiveness and advocacy work of targeted national trade associations.
Proactively collaborate with other functional departments to resolve technical, supply chain, or policy queries related to external and distributor issues.
Provide support for the global Government Affairs team as needed.
Ensure effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders, distilling complex regulatory and legislative issues into clear, concise business updates.
Manage the company's contract lobbyists (where applicable) and take shared responsibility and accountability for the annual departmental budget.
Our requirements:
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including fluent English.
Solid understanding of policy and regulatory frameworks impacting the health and wellness sector, with knowledge of the direct selling industry being desirable.
Ability to drive and implement effective government affairs strategies.
Proven success in achieving business goals through advocacy.
Consistent ability to meet deadlines amidst conflicting demands.
Strong commitment to excellence, with a dedicated work ethic and results-oriented approach.
Ability to work independently and take initiative proactively.
Effective team collaboration skills.
Strong analytical skills to articulate complex problems clearly.
Ability to interact effectively at all levels with sensitivity to cultural diversity.
3+ years of experience with African political institutions.
3+ years of experience in industry, public policy, or communications.
University degree in Law, Business, Political Science, Nutrition, Public Health, or a related field.
What we offer:
International environment.
Annual bonus at company discretion.
Attractive salary, bonuses, and benefits package including: Medical Aid, Life insurance, entertainment events, and many others.
Unlimited access to company products in the kitchen to prepare your favorite shake.
Up to 50% discount to purchase company products.
Personal development opportunities and free access to online training environments such as LinkedIn Learning.
Chance to share your ideas and continuously improve our processes.
Free parking slots - first come first served booked via company app.
Extra 2 days or 16h for charity and volunteering activities.
Service awards – lunch with your team members.
Opportunity to build up your expertise through coaching, soft skills, and training sessions.
Who we are:
Herbalife Nutrition is a global company that has been changing people's lives with great nutrition products and a proven business opportunity for its independent distributors since 1980. The Company offers high-quality, science-backed products, sold in over 90 countries by entrepreneurial distributors who provide one-on-one coaching and a supportive community that inspires their customers to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle.
Through the Company's global campaign to eradicate hunger, Herbalife Nutrition is also committed to bringing nutrition and education to communities around the world.
For more information, please visit https://iamherbalifenutrition.com/.
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