Government Affairs Senior Manager CCA

Government Affairs Senior Manager CCA Bogotá, Colombia

Be a part of a revolutionary change.

At PMI, we've chosen to do something incredible. We're transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose: delivering a smoke-free future.

This transformation creates unique opportunities for talented professionals to help shape the external environment that will enable innovation, support responsible regulation, and accelerate positive change.

As part of our Corporate Affairs team, you'll help bring facts and science to the forefront, foster constructive dialogue with key stakeholders, and contribute to important policy discussions across one of the world's most regulated industries.

We are looking for a Government Affairs Senior Manager to lead PMI's government affairs and public policy agenda across the Caribbean, Central America and Andean Cluster (CCA).

• Develop and execute government affairs and public policy strategies aligned with PMI's business priorities and smoke-free vision.

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with government officials, policymakers, regulators, industry associations, chambers of commerce and other key stakeholders.

• Monitor political, legislative and regulatory developments, identifying risks and opportunities that may impact the business.

• Lead advocacy initiatives and public policy engagement efforts across the region.

• Advise senior business leaders on government affairs, policy and regulatory matters.

• Represent PMI in high-level external engagements and industry forums.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Regulatory Affairs, Fiscal Affairs, Legal, Communications, Compliance, Sustainability and Commercial teams.

• Lead, coach and develop Corporate Affairs talent while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and innovation.

Who We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree required.

• Master's degree preferred (Public Policy, International Affairs, Government Relations, MBA or equivalent).

• 12+ years of experience in Government Affairs, Public Affairs, Corporate Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Public Policy or External Relations.

• Proven experience engaging with senior government officials, regulators and policymakers.

• Strong background operating in regional or multi-country environments.

• Experience within highly regulated industries is highly preferred.

• Advanced English and Spanish proficiency.

• Availability to travel frequently across the region.

What Will Make You Successful

• Strong strategic and political acumen.

• Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills.

• Deep understanding of policy development and regulatory environments.

• Ability to navigate complexity, ambiguity and change.

• Strong business partnership mindset and executive presence.

• Proven leadership experience with a track record of developing talent.

Why Join PMI?

At PMI, you'll be part of a global organization undergoing one of the most ambitious business transformations in the world.

You'll work in a dynamic, fast-paced and collaborative environment where your expertise can directly influence business strategy, public policy discussions and the future of our industry.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact across multiple markets while helping advance our vision of a smoke-free future.

Join us and play your part in delivering a smoke-free future.