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Senior Manager, Government Relation ( Federal & Strategic Affairs )Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from DayOneStrategic Government & Policy EngagementBuild, manage, and expand relationships with key ministries and agencies including:1.MITI (Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry)2.KKMM / Ministry of Digital3.KETSA (Ministry of Energy Transition and Public Utilities)4.MOHR (Ministry of Human Resources)5.MIDA, MDEC, HRD Corp, and other strategic bodiesEngage with state-level counterparts in Johor, such as Invest Johor, IRDA, and the State Secretariat, for aligned policy and incentive matters.Policy Intelligence & Strategic AdvisoryMonitor policy developments in areas such as AI, digital economy, talent development, green infrastructure, and foreign investment.Provide internal briefings and analysis on political and regulatory trends that impact the companys strategic goals.Support the Local GM in preparing for ministerial-level meetings, strategic forums, and closed-door engagements.Public Affairs & Influence StrategyLead the companys participation in public consultations, policy roundtables & industry associations.Shape public-private partnerships aligned with digitalization, ESG, data governance).Secure recognition, incentives, or strategic positioning for DAYONE through policy engagement.Stakeholder Coordination & DocumentationWork cross-functionally with Strategy, Legal, Investment, and ESG teams to ensure policy alignment and message consistency.Prepare policy position papers, strategic briefing notes, talking points, and ministerial correspondence.Represent the company professionally at external forums, conferences, and inter-agency briefings.Qualifications:Bachelors or Masters degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Business, or related fields.Minimum 812 years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or policy advocacy.Well-established and active network within federal ministries and high level agencies in Malaysia.Strong understanding of Malaysias governmental and regulatory structures, especially in strategic sectors (digital economy, energy, AI, human capital).Excellent communication in Bahasa Malaysia and English; Mandarin proficiency is preferred.Politically astute with excellent judgment and negotiation skills.Able to represent the company with authority and professionalism in high-level government discussions.Self-driven with the ability to work independently and lead policy engagements.High integrity, confidentiality, and diplomatic sensitivityCapable of communicating in Mandarin to liaise with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionConsultingIndustriesConstructionReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at DayOne by 2xKuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 3 weeks agoSenior Manager, Communications & SustainabilityKuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 2 weeks agoSenior Specialist, Corporate and Sustainability EngagementKuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 2 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr