Area Head of Public Affairs

Government Relations and Public Policy – VIETNAM, CAMBODIA & MYANMAR

IMPROVING LIFE FOR ALL BY INTEGRATING THE WORLD

At Maersk, we believe in an integrated world. Connected all the way. We provide our customers with a simple end-to-end offering of products and services through a superior delivery network at sea, on land and in the air, taking the complexity out of supply chains and thereby improve the flow of foods, goods, data, and materials to sustain people, businesses, and economies globally. Sustainability and decarbonization of trade are integrated into our business.

In everything we do, we are driven by our purpose and by values which have been shaped and strengthened our company since its foundation in 1904.

To support this journey, we are strengthening our government relations and public affairs activities in Vietnam, Cambodia, and Myanmar.

If you want to be a part of this journey, we want to hear from you.

THE POSITION

As Manager for Government Relations and Public Policy, based in Hanoi, Vietnam, you will contribute to business objectives, issue management, and mitigation of regulatory risks for Maersk in Vietnam, Cambodia & Myanmar (VCM).

You will be part of a diverse, highly skilled and engaged Global Public Affairs team with colleagues in Denmark, Singapore, India, China, and other countries, and in your daily work you will be engaging very closely with the senior Maersk management team in Vietnam.

You will report to the Chief Group Representative, South Asia, Southeast Asia & Oceania, based in Singapore.

Our Global Public Affairs team follows political and regulatory developments and engages in dialogue with governments, authorities, industry organisations and other stakeholders on issues that could impact Maersk’s business framework conditions. Furthermore, we provide support and guidance to management and business units in engagement with government representatives or other authorities.

THE ROLE

• BUSINESS ISSUES MANAGEMENT. Monitoring and mapping of public policy and regulatory issues of relevance to Maersk businesses in VCM; in coordination with business leaders prioritizing issues based on a value-at-stake approach; monitoring and reporting on developments. Act as a trusted advisor to Maersk’s leadership.

• ADVOCACY. Develop advocacy strategies and execute on same to secure relevant approvals and permissions from national as well as local authorities for Maersk to grow and develop logistics and transport solutions for customers. Produce relevant advocacy material, including background briefings, position papers, and speeches to prepare the participation of senior executives.

• COORDINATE ENGAGEMENT WITH MAERSK BUSINESS STAKEHOLDERS. Execution of Maersk’s government relations and public policy activities, including engaging appropriately with relevant key government officials, business associations coalitions and other relevant stakeholders. Furthermore, mobilise and involve senior executives in engagement with external stakeholders when relevant and appropriate.

• MONITOR POLICY DEVELOPMENTS. Following general political and policy trends across VCM to support business development and mitigate risks. Analyse and report on these developments when relevant for Maersk’s prioritised regulatory issues.