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Public Policy Researcher (Quantitative Focus) Public Policy Researcher (Quantitative Focus)

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Khazanah Research Institute (KRI) carries out research on the pressing issues of the nation. We then recommend policies to improve the well-being of Malaysians based on that research.

We do all this through:

• rigorous impartial analysis founded on data;
• convening discussions, amongst those who are relevant, to illuminate understanding of the issues;
• being advocates of the knowledge we acquire.

We are a not-for-profit organisation funded by Yayasan Hasanah and Khazanah Nasional Berhad. To learn more about us, visit KRInstitute.org and our socials, @krinstitute on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube and TikTok.

About the Role

KRI is seeking quantitatively trained public policy researchers to join our growing, impact-driven team. We are looking for individuals with qualifications in statistics, econometrics, economics, data science, or computer science , with a passion for applying data-driven research to address Malaysia’s most pressing policy challenges.

We welcome applications from mid-career to senior-level researchers , with the level of appointment depending on experience and demonstrated past work.

What You'll Do

• Design and conduct high-impact policy research
• Analyse complex datasets using appropriate tools and methods
• Produce research papers, policy briefs, and short articles to raise public awareness
• Engage with policymakers, regulators, civil society, academia and other stakeholders through syndication, advocacy, public speaking engagements, and media platforms
• Collaborate internally and externally, while building your research credibility and professional network in your area of specialisation under the KRI platform
• Lead or contribute to research projects aligned with national priorities
• Support/conduct other relevant assignments as needed

Research Areas

Your research may fall under one or more of our pillars, or explore cross-cutting issues such as climate, digital transformation, or artificial intelligence (AI):

• The State of Households: This programme focuses on Malaysian households, examining factors such as inequality, social mobility, and women's workforce challenges, informed by data such as the Department of Statistics Malaysia’s (DOSM) Household Income & Expenditure Survey. This track aims to improve household well-being and economic status, emphasising gender-specific issues, such as inequality, social mobility, gender, affordable housing, and household economic resilience.
• Human Capital, Productivity & Income: This programme examines the interplay between labour income, productivity, and the quality of education and training. It seeks to understand the impact of labour laws and market conditions on wages and productivity. It also aims to align education and training with labour market needs, enhancing human capital development. For example, labour market structures, education/training alignment, and wage-productivity dynamics are examined.
• Local Firms & Regional Economy: This initiative aims to enhance the capabilities of local firms, particularly SMEs, leveraging regional markets. It involves developing SME competitiveness, addressing domestic market reliance, and focusing on sectors like food and commodities. Additionally, this track emphasises strengthening bilateral and multilateral economic ties to foster broader economic integration. E.g., SME development, sectoral strategies, and regional economic integration.
• Fiscal Studies: This is a study of public finance, focusing on expenditure (subsidies, safety nets), revenue (tax and non-tax sources) and debt (both direct and contingent liabilities). It delves into capital market dynamics, such as sovereigns, government guarantees, and market liquidity and assesses the effectiveness and efficiency of government allocation. E.g., public expenditure, taxation, debt, and capital market dynamics.

What We Offer

• Institutionally funded research: Focus on research without the burden of grant applications
• Autonomy and impact: Pursue research aligned with your interest or specialisation and shape policy discourse
• Collaborative, flat structure: Mentorship over hierarchy, idea-driven teamwork
• Professional growth: Training, conferences, and opportunities to publish and present your work
• Cross-sector exposure: Direct engagement with government, academia, civil society, and international research institutes/think tanks
• Flexible hybrid work environment: Supportive, mission-driven culture with a focus on evidence and public good

Who We’re Looking For

• Minimum 3 – 4 years of relevant experience
• Master’s degree in a relevant field (statistics, econometrics, data/computer science, economics, etc.). A PhD is an advantage.
• Track record of publication or applied research output
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills
• Familiarity with Malaysia’s socio-economic context is an advantage

To Apply

Send your CV, cover letter, academic transcripts and at least 2 samples of your written work (e.g. research paper or technical report) to with the subject line: Application for Public Policy Researcher: (Your Name)

Please note that due to the number of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will receive responses. We appreciate your kind understanding.

Seniority level

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Other
• Industries Research Services, Think Tanks, and Non-profit Organizations

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Role Summary

The Public Policy Senior Manager/Manager (APAC)will be part of the GS1 Global Public Policy team, while working with the GS1 offices and colleagues in Asia-Pacific on a daily basis. The position will have responsibility for the execution of Public Policy activities that advance the GS1 Global public policy strategy and GS1 Asia-Pacific regional priorities.

What we offer is a position in a leading global organisation, working closely with business and government helping to drive safety and efficiency in international commerce. The person will be part of a global team working with GS1 offices in close to 20 markets, regional intergovernmental organisations, and national governments on engagement in public policy and related cooperation.

The Public Policy Senior Manager/Manager (APAC) will have regional responsibility for matters related to GS1s’ interaction with regulators, intergovernmental organisation, industry associations, and other stakeholders in the region. He/she will also work closely with the GS1 offices of the region. Therefore, it is critical for the position that the candidate has significant and extensive work experience in the regulatory and public policy environment in Asia-Pacific.

In this role he/she will ensure that the benefits of global standards and the need for regulatory harmonisation are well explained to and understood by key stakeholders across the region. This role requires a passion for regulatory affairs and policy developments, and the ability to be a trusted and neutral partner to authorities and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Expand regional public policy engagement through strategic engagements with stakeholders
• Regulatory Monitoring - Identify and track legislative and regulatory developments at national and regional level in Asia-Pacific that influence the implementation of GS1 global public policy priorities and recommend a course of action
• Monitor and evaluate collaboration and project opportunities with government, intergovernmental organisations and industry groups / trade associations
• Proactively assess draft legislation and provide advice to Global public policy team on further action
• Assist in the coordination of policy positions with GS1 member organisations in Asia-Pacific to execute the Global Public Policy directions
• Consult with senior management of GS1 Member Organisations to further the strategic global public policy priorities
• Secure GS1 participation in key conferences, meetings, forums, represent GS1 there and ensure opportunities for global public policy leadership to participate
• Oversee the day-to-day activities related Public Policy projects

Education/Experience and Skills Requirements

She/he must have strong collaborative skills, an international and collaborative mindset and willingness to proactively involve stakeholders from a wide range of countries and support multicultural working groups. He/she likely has sector specific experience in food, retail, e-commerce, supply chain logistics, sustainability or working in government and a thorough understanding of how trade associations and chambers of commerce function. Experience from APEC, ASEAN or regional/global intergovernmental organisations or government agencies and functioning in key Asian / Pacific markets (e.g., experience from Australia, Japan, India, China, Indonesia) is highly appreciated.

• Bachelor's level degree (required) in relevant field, such as public affairs, political science, international relations or business with more than 6/8 years of work experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - confident presenter and public speaker
• Highly motivated and detail oriented, with the proven ability to follow through on short and long-term work streams
• Willingness to be part of a distributed team which will be meeting virtually more than in person
• Comfortable learning about new technology and explaining it in a simple way for external audiences such as industry and government
• Fluent in English, working knowledge in additional major Asian language is beneficial
• Willingness to travel 10%

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Role Summary The Public Policy Senior Manager/Manager (APAC)will be part of the GS1 Global Public Policy team, while working with the GS1 offices and colleagues in Asia-Pacific on a daily basis. The position will have responsibility for the execution of Public Policy activities that advance the GS1 Global public policy strategy and GS1 Asia-Pacific regional priorities. What we offer is a position in a leading global organisation, working closely with business and government helping to drive safety and efficiency in international commerce. The person will be part of a global team working with GS1 offices in close to 20 markets, regional intergovernmental organisations, and national governments on engagement in public policy and related cooperation. The Public Policy Senior Manager/Manager (APAC) will have regional responsibility for matters related to GS1s’ interaction with regulators, intergovernmental organisation, industry associations, and other stakeholders in the region. He/she will also work closely with the GS1 offices of the region. Therefore, it is critical for the position that the candidate has significant and extensive work experience in the regulatory and public policy environment in Asia-Pacific. In this role he/she will ensure that the benefits of global standards and the need for regulatory harmonisation are well explained to and understood by key stakeholders across the region. This role requires a passion for regulatory affairs and policy developments, and the ability to be a trusted and neutral partner to authorities and other stakeholders. Responsibilities Expand regional public policy engagement through strategic engagements with stakeholders Regulatory Monitoring - Identify and track legislative and regulatory developments at national and regional level in Asia-Pacific that influence the implementation of GS1 global public policy priorities and recommend a course of action Monitor and evaluate collaboration and project opportunities with government, intergovernmental organisations and industry groups / trade associations Proactively assess draft legislation and provide advice to Global public policy team on further action Assist in the coordination of policy positions with GS1 member organisations in Asia-Pacific to execute the Global Public Policy directions Consult with senior management of GS1 Member Organisations to further the strategic global public policy priorities Secure GS1 participation in key conferences, meetings, forums, represent GS1 there and ensure opportunities for global public policy leadership to participate Oversee the day-to-day activities related Public Policy projects Education/Experience and Skills Requirements She/he must have strong collaborative skills, an international and collaborative mindset and willingness to proactively involve stakeholders from a wide range of countries and support multicultural working groups. He/she likely has sector specific experience in food, retail, e-commerce, supply chain logistics, sustainability or working in government and a thorough understanding of how trade associations and chambers of commerce function. Experience from APEC, ASEAN or regional/global intergovernmental organisations or government agencies and functioning in key Asian / Pacific markets (e.g., experience from Australia, Japan, India, China, Indonesia) is highly appreciated. Bachelor's level degree (required) in relevant field, such as public affairs, political science, international relations or business with more than 6/8 years of work experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills - confident presenter and public speaker Highly motivated and detail oriented, with the proven ability to follow through on short and long-term work streams Willingness to be part of a distributed team which will be meeting virtually more than in person Comfortable learning about new technology and explaining it in a simple way for external audiences such as industry and government Fluent in English, working knowledge in additional major Asian language is beneficial Willingness to travel 10%

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Public Policy Researcher (Quantitative Focus)

Public Policy Researcher (Quantitative Focus)

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Khazanah Research Institute (KRI) carries out research on the pressing issues of the nation. We then recommend policies to improve the well-being of Malaysians based on that research. We do all this through: rigorous impartial analysis founded on data; convening discussions, amongst those who are relevant, to illuminate understanding of the issues; being advocates of the knowledge we acquire. We are a not-for-profit organisation funded by Yayasan Hasanah and Khazanah Nasional Berhad. To learn more about us, visit KRInstitute.org and our socials, @krinstitute on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube and TikTok. About the Role KRI is seeking

quantitatively trained public policy researchers

to join our growing, impact-driven team. We are looking for individuals with qualifications in

statistics, econometrics, economics, data science, or computer science , with a passion for applying data-driven research to address Malaysia’s most pressing policy challenges. We welcome applications from

mid-career to senior-level researchers , with the

level of appointment depending on experience and demonstrated past work. What You'll Do Design and conduct high-impact policy research Analyse complex datasets

using appropriate tools and methods Produce research papers, policy briefs, and short articles

to raise public awareness Engage

with policymakers, regulators, civil society, academia and other stakeholders through syndication, advocacy, public speaking engagements, and media platforms Collaborate internally and externally,

while

building your research credibility and professional network

in your area of specialisation under the KRI platform Lead or contribute to research projects

aligned with national priorities Support/conduct other relevant assignments as needed Research Areas Your research may fall under one or more of our pillars, or explore cross-cutting issues such as climate, digital transformation, or artificial intelligence (AI): The State of Households:

This programme focuses on Malaysian households, examining factors such as inequality, social mobility, and women's workforce challenges, informed by data such as the Department of Statistics Malaysia’s (DOSM) Household Income & Expenditure Survey. This track aims to improve household well-being and economic status, emphasising gender-specific issues, such as inequality, social mobility, gender, affordable housing, and household economic resilience. Human Capital, Productivity & Income:

This programme examines the interplay between labour income, productivity, and the quality of education and training. It seeks to understand the impact of labour laws and market conditions on wages and productivity. It also aims to align education and training with labour market needs, enhancing human capital development. For example, labour market structures, education/training alignment, and wage-productivity dynamics are examined. Local Firms & Regional Economy:

This initiative aims to enhance the capabilities of local firms, particularly SMEs, leveraging regional markets. It involves developing SME competitiveness, addressing domestic market reliance, and focusing on sectors like food and commodities. Additionally, this track emphasises strengthening bilateral and multilateral economic ties to foster broader economic integration. E.g., SME development, sectoral strategies, and regional economic integration. Fiscal Studies:

This is a study of public finance, focusing on expenditure (subsidies, safety nets), revenue (tax and non-tax sources) and debt (both direct and contingent liabilities). It delves into capital market dynamics, such as sovereigns, government guarantees, and market liquidity and assesses the effectiveness and efficiency of government allocation. E.g., public expenditure, taxation, debt, and capital market dynamics. What We Offer Institutionally funded research:

Focus on research without the burden of grant applications Autonomy and impact:

Pursue research aligned with your interest or specialisation and shape policy discourse Collaborative, flat structure:

Mentorship over hierarchy, idea-driven teamwork Professional growth:

Training, conferences, and opportunities to publish and present your work Cross-sector exposure:

Direct engagement with government, academia, civil society, and international research institutes/think tanks Flexible hybrid work environment:

Supportive, mission-driven culture with a focus on evidence and public good Who We’re Looking For Minimum 3 – 4 years of relevant experience Master’s degree

in a relevant field (statistics, econometrics, data/computer science, economics, etc.). A PhD is an advantage. Track record of publication or applied research output Strong

analytical, writing, and communication skills Familiarity with Malaysia’s socio-economic context is an advantage To Apply Send your

CV, cover letter, academic transcripts

and

at least 2 samples of your written work

(e.g. research paper or technical report) to with the subject line:

Application for Public Policy Researcher: (Your Name) Please note that due to the number of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will receive responses. We appreciate your kind understanding. Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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About Grab and Our Workplace

Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle-free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility.

Get to Know the Team

The Regional Public Affairs team reports directly to the CEO, and leads high-impact projects that align commercial and regulatory goals. The team partners with business teams and public sector stakeholders to drive initiatives that leverage technology for societal impact. You will provide direct exposure to senior leaders and an opportunity to work across diverse business areas to drive strategy.

Get to Know the Role

The Public Affairs team plays a critical strategic role at Grab. Given the dynamic and often intense regulatory scrutiny across the region, this team is essential in navigating complex landscapes, engaging with internal and external stakeholders, and developing proactive strategy. In this role, you will create high-impact change and work with a range of teams across SEA. This role is ideal for a strategy professional interested in the intersection of tech and public policy, offering broad exposure and the chance to create meaningful change.

You will report to the Head of Regional Public Affairs and be based in Petaling Jaya, with travel across Southeast Asia as needed.

The Critical Tasks You Will Perform

You will:

• Manage end-to-end delivery of projects, from defining clear objectives based on complex business and regulatory needs, to coordinating with cross-functional teams and ensuring efficient execution.
• Partner strategy teams on commercial initiatives, ensuring strategic alignment between Grab's business and regulatory goals.
• Co-create with strategy and product teams to adapt business initiatives to the context of current and anticipated regulatory developments.
• Develop and implement advocacy strategy, collaborating with country public affairs and regional business teams to meet public policy goals.
• Work with country public affairs teams to analyze public policy issues, develop positions, and provide advocacy recommendations.
• Orchestrate efforts across multiple Grab teams to address public policy topics cohesively in business operations.
• Execute campaigns that drive thought leadership and dialogues on key topics, e.g. through planning of dialogues, forums, roundtable discussions, policy programmes etc.
• Support building lasting relationships with governments, policy-makers, academics, NGOs, tech industry representatives, and other thought leaders in Southeast Asia and globally.

What Essential Skills You Will Need

• You have at least 6 years of experience in project management to oversee complex multi-stakeholder initiatives, from problem statement and objective development, to planning, to execution; ability to define a clear set of problems / objectives to solve based on ambiguous / complex asks
• You have an interest in technology policy issues, including the ability to identify social and policy implications of business strategy
• You can bridge business and government objectives, translating interests to common ground and developing creative approaches
• You can translate perception challenges and goals into actionable thought leadership strategies and plans, encompassing key messages
• You have experience navigating dynamic situations to prioritise tasks and time -
• You have experience in complex stakeholder management to drive understanding and buy-in across diverse teams
• You have experience presenting insights to senior leaders

Life at Grab

We care about your well-being at Grab, here are some of the global benefits we offer:

• We have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance.
• With GrabFlex, create a benefits package that suits your needs and aspirations.
• Celebrate moments that matter in life with loved ones through Parental and Birthday leave , and give back to your communities through Love-all-Serve-all (LASA) volunteering leave
• We have a confidential Grabber Assistance Programme to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges.
• Balancing personal commitments and life's demands are made easier with our FlexWork arrangements such as differentiated hours

What We Stand For At Grab

We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that provides equal opportunity for Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. We consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, race, religion, age, gender, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique.

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Manager, Regional Public Affairs (Policy and Strategy)

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About Grab and Our Workplace

Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle-free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility.

Company Description

About Grab and Our Workplace

Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle-free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility.

Job Description

Get to Know the Team

The Regional Public Affairs team reports directly to the CEO, and leads high-impact projects that align commercial and regulatory goals. The team partners with business teams and public sector stakeholders to drive initiatives that leverage technology for societal impact. You will provide direct exposure to senior leaders and an opportunity to work across diverse business areas to drive strategy.

Get to Know the Role

The Public Affairs team plays a critical strategic role at Grab. Given the dynamic and often intense regulatory scrutiny across the region, this team is essential in navigating complex landscapes, engaging with internal and external stakeholders, and developing proactive strategy. In this role, you will create high-impact change and work with a range of teams across SEA. This role is ideal for a strategy professional interested in the intersection of tech and public policy, offering broad exposure and the chance to create meaningful change.

You will report to the Head of Regional Public Affairs and be based in Petaling Jaya, with travel across Southeast Asia as needed.

The Critical Tasks You Will Perform

You Will

• Manage end-to-end delivery of projects, from defining clear objectives based on complex business and regulatory needs, to coordinating with cross-functional teams and ensuring efficient execution.
• Partner strategy teams on commercial initiatives, ensuring strategic alignment between Grab's business and regulatory goals.
• Co-create with strategy and product teams to adapt business initiatives to the context of current and anticipated regulatory developments.
• Develop and implement advocacy strategy, collaborating with country public affairs and regional business teams to meet public policy goals.
• Work with country public affairs teams to analyze public policy issues, develop positions, and provide advocacy recommendations.
• Orchestrate efforts across multiple Grab teams to address public policy topics cohesively in business operations.
• Execute campaigns that drive thought leadership and dialogues on key topics, e.g. through planning of dialogues, forums, roundtable discussions, policy programmes etc.
• Support building lasting relationships with governments, policy-makers, academics, NGOs, tech industry representatives, and other thought leaders in Southeast Asia and globally.
  
  

Qualifications

What Essential Skills You Will Need

• You have at least 6 years of experience in project management to oversee complex multi-stakeholder initiatives, from problem statement and objective development, to planning, to execution; ability to define a clear set of problems / objectives to solve based on ambiguous / complex asks
• You have an interest in technology policy issues, including the ability to identify social and policy implications of business strategy
• You can bridge business and government objectives, translating interests to common ground and developing creative approaches
• You can translate perception challenges and goals into actionable thought leadership strategies and plans, encompassing key messages
• You have experience navigating dynamic situations to prioritise tasks and time -
• You have experience in complex stakeholder management to drive understanding and buy-in across diverse teams
• You have experience presenting insights to senior leaders
  
  

Additional Information

Life at Grab

We care about your well-being at Grab, here are some of the global benefits we offer:

• We have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance.
• With GrabFlex, create a benefits package that suits your needs and aspirations.
• Celebrate moments that matter in life with loved ones through Parental and Birthday leave, and give back to your communities through Love-all-Serve-all (LASA) volunteering leave
• We have a confidential Grabber Assistance Programme to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges.
• Balancing personal commitments and life's demands are made easier with our FlexWork arrangements such as differentiated hours
  
  

What We Stand For At Grab

We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that provides equal opportunity for Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. We consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, race, religion, age, gender, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique.

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About Grab and Our Workplace Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle-free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility. Get to Know the Team The Regional Public Affairs team reports directly to the CEO, and leads high-impact projects that align commercial and regulatory goals. The team partners with business teams and public sector stakeholders to drive initiatives that leverage technology for societal impact. You will provide direct exposure to senior leaders and an opportunity to work across diverse business areas to drive strategy. Get to Know the Role The Public Affairs team plays a critical strategic role at Grab. Given the dynamic and often intense regulatory scrutiny across the region, this team is essential in navigating complex landscapes, engaging with internal and external stakeholders, and developing proactive strategy. In this role, you will create high-impact change and work with a range of teams across SEA. This role is ideal for a strategy professional interested in the intersection of tech and public policy, offering broad exposure and the chance to create meaningful change. You will report to the

Head of Regional Public Affairs and be based in Petaling Jaya, with travel across Southeast Asia as needed. The Critical Tasks You Will Perform You will: Manage end-to-end delivery of projects, from defining clear objectives based on complex business and regulatory needs, to coordinating with cross-functional teams and ensuring efficient execution. Partner strategy teams on commercial initiatives, ensuring strategic alignment between Grab's business and regulatory goals. Co-create with strategy and product teams to adapt business initiatives to the context of current and anticipated regulatory developments. Develop and implement advocacy strategy, collaborating with country public affairs and regional business teams to meet public policy goals. Work with country public affairs teams to analyze public policy issues, develop positions, and provide advocacy recommendations. Orchestrate efforts across multiple Grab teams to address public policy topics cohesively in business operations. Execute campaigns that drive thought leadership and dialogues on key topics, e.g. through planning of dialogues, forums, roundtable discussions, policy programmes etc. Support building lasting relationships with governments, policy-makers, academics, NGOs, tech industry representatives, and other thought leaders in Southeast Asia and globally. What Essential Skills You Will Need You have at least 6 years of experience in project management to oversee complex multi-stakeholder initiatives, from problem statement and objective development, to planning, to execution; ability to define a clear set of problems / objectives to solve based on ambiguous / complex asks You have an interest in technology policy issues, including the ability to identify social and policy implications of business strategy You can bridge business and government objectives, translating interests to common ground and developing creative approaches You can translate perception challenges and goals into actionable thought leadership strategies and plans, encompassing key messages You have experience navigating dynamic situations to prioritise tasks and time - You have experience in complex stakeholder management to drive understanding and buy-in across diverse teams You have experience presenting insights to senior leaders Life at Grab We care about your well-being at Grab, here are some of the global benefits we offer: We have your back with

Term Life Insurance

and comprehensive

Medical Insurance. With

GrabFlex,

create a benefits package that suits your needs and aspirations. Celebrate moments that matter in life with loved ones through

Parental

and

Birthday leave , and give back to your communities through

Love-all-Serve-all (LASA)

volunteering leave We have a confidential

Grabber Assistance Programme

to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges. Balancing personal commitments and life's demands are made easier with our FlexWork arrangements such as differentiated hours What We Stand For At Grab We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that provides equal opportunity for Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. We consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, race, religion, age, gender, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique.

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Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle-free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility. Company Description

About Grab and Our Workplace

Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle-free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility.

Job Description

Get to Know the Team

The Regional Public Affairs team reports directly to the CEO, and leads high-impact projects that align commercial and regulatory goals. The team partners with business teams and public sector stakeholders to drive initiatives that leverage technology for societal impact. You will provide direct exposure to senior leaders and an opportunity to work across diverse business areas to drive strategy.

Get to Know the Role

The Public Affairs team plays a critical strategic role at Grab. Given the dynamic and often intense regulatory scrutiny across the region, this team is essential in navigating complex landscapes, engaging with internal and external stakeholders, and developing proactive strategy. In this role, you will create high-impact change and work with a range of teams across SEA. This role is ideal for a strategy professional interested in the intersection of tech and public policy, offering broad exposure and the chance to create meaningful change.

You will report to the

Head of Regional Public Affairs and be based in Petaling Jaya, with travel across Southeast Asia as needed.

The Critical Tasks You Will Perform

You Will

Manage end-to-end delivery of projects, from defining clear objectives based on complex business and regulatory needs, to coordinating with cross-functional teams and ensuring efficient execution. Partner strategy teams on commercial initiatives, ensuring strategic alignment between Grab's business and regulatory goals. Co-create with strategy and product teams to adapt business initiatives to the context of current and anticipated regulatory developments. Develop and implement advocacy strategy, collaborating with country public affairs and regional business teams to meet public policy goals. Work with country public affairs teams to analyze public policy issues, develop positions, and provide advocacy recommendations. Orchestrate efforts across multiple Grab teams to address public policy topics cohesively in business operations. Execute campaigns that drive thought leadership and dialogues on key topics, e.g. through planning of dialogues, forums, roundtable discussions, policy programmes etc. Support building lasting relationships with governments, policy-makers, academics, NGOs, tech industry representatives, and other thought leaders in Southeast Asia and globally.

Qualifications

What Essential Skills You Will Need

You have at least 6 years of experience in project management to oversee complex multi-stakeholder initiatives, from problem statement and objective development, to planning, to execution; ability to define a clear set of problems / objectives to solve based on ambiguous / complex asks You have an interest in technology policy issues, including the ability to identify social and policy implications of business strategy You can bridge business and government objectives, translating interests to common ground and developing creative approaches You can translate perception challenges and goals into actionable thought leadership strategies and plans, encompassing key messages You have experience navigating dynamic situations to prioritise tasks and time - You have experience in complex stakeholder management to drive understanding and buy-in across diverse teams You have experience presenting insights to senior leaders

Additional Information

Life at Grab

We care about your well-being at Grab, here are some of the global benefits we offer:

We have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance. With GrabFlex, create a benefits package that suits your needs and aspirations. Celebrate moments that matter in life with loved ones through Parental and Birthday leave, and give back to your communities through Love-all-Serve-all (LASA) volunteering leave We have a confidential Grabber Assistance Programme to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges. Balancing personal commitments and life's demands are made easier with our FlexWork arrangements such as differentiated hours

What We Stand For At Grab

We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that provides equal opportunity for Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. We consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, race, religion, age, gender, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique. Seniority level

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About Grab and Our Workplace

Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle-free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility.

Get to Know the Team

The Regional Public Affairs team reports directly to the CEO, and leads high-impact projects that align commercial and regulatory goals. The team partners with business teams and public sector stakeholders to drive initiatives that leverage technology for societal impact. You will provide direct exposure to senior leaders and an opportunity to work across diverse business areas to drive strategy.

Get to Know the Role

• The Public Affairs team plays a critical strategic role at Grab. Given the dynamic and often intense regulatory scrutiny across the region, this team is essential in navigating complex landscapes, engaging with internal and external stakeholders, and developing proactive strategy.
• You will create high-impact change and work with a range of teams across SEA.
• This role is ideal for a strategy professional interested in the intersection of tech and public policy, offering broad exposure and the chance to create meaningful change.
• You will report to the Head of Regional Public Affairs and be based in Petaling Jaya, with travel across Southeast Asia.

The Critical Tasks You Will Perform

• You will:
  • Manage end-to-end delivery of projects, from defining clear objectives based on complex business and regulatory needs, to coordinating with cross-functional teams and ensuring efficient execution
  • Partner strategy teams on commercial initiatives, ensuring strategic alignment between Grab's business and regulatory goals.
  • Co-create with strategy and product teams to adapt business initiatives to the context of current and anticipated regulatory developments.
  • Develop and implement advocacy strategy, collaborating with country public affairs and regional business teams to meet public policy goals.
  • Work with country public affairs teams to analyze public policy issues, develop positions, and provide advocacy recommendations.
  • Orchestrate efforts across multiple Grab teams to address public policy topics cohesively in business operations.
  • Execute campaigns that drive thought leadership and dialogues on key topics, e.g. through planning of dialogues, forums, roundtable discussions, policy programmes etc.
  • Support building lasting relationships with governments, policy-makers, academics, NGOs, tech industry representatives, and other thought leaders in Southeast Asia and globally.

What Essential Skills You Will Need

• You have at least 5 years of experience in project management to oversee complex multi-stakeholder initiatives, from problem statement and objective development, to planning, to execution; ability to define a clear set of problems / objectives to solve based on ambiguous / complex asks
• You have an interest in technology policy issues, including the ability to identify social and policy implications of business strategy
• You can bridge business and government objectives, translating interests to common ground and developing creative approaches
• You can translate perception challenges and goals into actionable thought leadership strategies and plans, encompassing key messages
• You have experience navigating dynamic situations to prioritise tasks and time -
• You have experience in complex stakeholder management to drive understanding and buy-in across diverse teams
• You have experience presenting insights to senior leaders

Life at Grab

We care about your well-being at Grab, here are some of the global benefits we offer:

• We have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance.
• With GrabFlex, create a benefits package that suits your needs and aspirations.
• Celebrate moments that matter in life with loved ones through Parental and Birthday leave , and give back to your communities through Love-all-Serve-all (LASA) volunteering leave
• We have a confidential Grabber Assistance Programme to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges.
• Balancing personal commitments and life's demands are made easier with our FlexWork arrangements such as differentiated hours

What We Stand For At Grab

We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that provides equal opportunity for Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. We consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, race, religion, age, gender, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique.

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