External Affairs - Manager

Our client is a pioneer in the Tobacco Manufacturing Industry, with its headquarters situated in the United States. They have successfully expanded their operations to over 180 countries, representing five distinguished regional certifications, namely Europe, the Middle East, Africa, North America, and Latin America. With a workforce of more than 75,000 talented individuals worldwide, our client has truly established itself as a global leader in the industry.

What sets our client apart is their unwavering commitment to innovation and progress. They have embarked on a remarkable journey of transformation, with a resolute aim to create a smoke-free future. This ambitious endeavor has completely redefined every aspect of their business, from the production and distribution of their products, to how they interact with their customers and society as a whole.

By embracing this transformation, our client has proved to be a trailblazer in their industry, setting an example for others to follow. With their pioneering vision and steadfast determination, they are poised to create a future that is free from the harmful effects of smoking. 

About the job:

• Do you have a passion for external affairs? Are you an excellent communicator with exceptional diplomatic skills, achievement oriented, and curious to broaden your professional perspective? Do you want to make a difference in our organization and contribute to building something new? If the answer is yes to all these questions, then we would like to hear from you.
• You will be part of the External Affairs team reporting to the Director of External Affairs- Egypt & Levant.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the implementation of the long-term fiscal affairs plan consistent with the Company's goals and objectives.
• Guide and maintain relations with stakeholders in the Government to ensure support to the Company's positions on excise taxation of cigarettes and import duties on the materials used in production.
• Engage in discussions on enhancing excise structure which creates a competitive advantage for the Company and allows the Government to meet its tax collection goals. Develop relevant argumentation and position papers.
• Manage strategy and action plans implementation to maintain existing marketing freedoms liaising with the relevant Government stakeholders and NGOs.
• Represent the Company at the key business associations to jointly advance positions on tax and marketing regulation.
• Manage and coordinate consultants to ensure support to the Companies action plans. Ensure full compliance of the Consultants activities with the Company’s policies and relevant legislation.
• Manage and motivate fiscal affairs group to ensure professional development, personal and organizational growth and career planning.

Requirements:

• Masters in finance, Economics or Law is a plus.
• 5-10 years of overall experience in government, or business associations with global orientation and/or international experience
• Specific Experience min 3 years in a supervisory/managerial position with the government/business association/large national or multinational FMCG company working in corporate affairs or similar function.
• Be able to work cross-functionally and build relationships inside and outside of the organization.
• Strong communication and presentation skills using various tools to deliver messages.
• Language skills English & Arabic– Fluent.