Assistant Manager, Government Affairs

THE ROLE: (Small summary of what you are looking for)

This role will be mainly responsible for Herbalife China Headquarter related government affairs, to enhance corporate image and reputation among RHQ related stakeholders. By working closely with China Public Affairs head and other team leaders, this role will support China PA strategy development and execution. On a daily basis, this role will conduct government relations, policy research, government affairs programs and activities at the headquarters. 

HOW YOU WOULD CONTRIBUTE: (Responsibilities and tasks associated with the job) *limit to 8-10 bullets 

• Maintain and expand relationship with RHQ related stakeholders, including but not limited to government, industry associations, and chambers 
• Actively seek opportunities for cooperation between corporate and external stakeholders, to enhance the corporate awareness and reputation among multi-stakeholders 
• Monitor and research policies that might impact company’s business operation in China 
• Assist in issue analysis and crisis management 
• Participate in government affairs strategy development and execution, and coordinate with team leaders and/or cross-function colleagues to execute relevant programs
• Others might be relevant to government affairs related programs, activities and responsibilities.

SKILLS AND BACKGROUND REQUIRED TO BE SUCCESSFUL: (List requirements, including education and experience needed for the job) *limit 6-7 bullets

• Be able to work independently with little guidance and have strong organizational skill
• Outstanding written, verbal communications and presentation skills in Mandarin Chinese
• Good written, verbal communications and presentation skills in English 
• Have good interpersonal skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Proven ability to work well under pressure
• Be creative, passionate and flexible; be able to react positively to challenge and change
• Above three years’ experience with well-established international companies in government affairs; prior experience in consumer goods, pharmaceutical, nutrition or similar fields would be advantageous

Education

• Bachelor’s degree is mandatory, a major in Politics, International Relations, Business Management or the equivalent is preferred
• Master’s degree or advanced degree is a plus