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Meet the Team Cisco is looking for a government affairs and public policy professional to join its Government Affairs team for a position as India Government Affairs Manager. Based in the Greater Delhi area, this individual will report to the Managing Director of India and ASEAN Government Affairs and will help lead Ciscos government engagements and public policy efforts throughout India. Ciscos Government Affairs team represents the company with governments around the world to build relationships with key leaders, advance Ciscos public policy goals, and educate governments about our industry. Government Affairs is involved in all key legislative, regulatory, and global issues that impact the technology industry. We are comprised of government and public policy experts across nearly two dozen countries who represent Cisco at the highest levels of government. The team has extensive experience in and out of government and are leaders in the industry. Your Impact As the India Government Affairs Manager, you will represent Cisco with leaders at all levels of government and facilitate our engagement in country. You will play a pivotal role in formulating and implementing innovative policy solutions that advance Ciscos business and enable our mission to power an inclusive future for all. Responsibilities Cultivate strong relationships with key leaders, elected officials, and policymakers at all levels of government to effectively convey Ciscos perspective and strategic priorities Proactively engage Cisco in local policymaking processes, including representing the company in industry coalitions, government hearings, and other relevant meetings Develop and execute advocacy strategies to help advance Ciscos core public policy initiatives Monitor and analyze political and policy trends across India to advise on potential business implications Prepare position papers, presentations, and briefings Work closely with Ciscos business leaders in India and other senior executives globally, providing clear and concise explanations of complex regulatory and policy matters Minimum Qualifications 7-10 years of political and public policy experience from roles within government, corporate government affairs, trade associations, and/or public policy institutions Comprehensive understanding of the legislative and regulatory processes involved in technology policy, as well as a familiarity with public policy issues and challenges impacting the technology industry Exceedingly strong political judgement and relationship-building skills Strong communication, collaboration, and advocacy skills Full professional proficiency in English Degree in political science, business, law, economics or similar Willing to travel throughout India and, on occasion, internationally Preferred Qualifications Telecommunications and technology-related experience in the private and/or public sector Advanced degree Proficiency in one or more other languages spoken in India
