Public Affairs Specialist

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At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.Support the implementation of Vodafone’s Public Affairs strategy and advocacy work, ensuring alignment with Vodafone’s business priorities and compliance with national and European frameworks. Provide support to strategic projects and contribute to position Vodafone Portugal as a credible and constructive stakeholder in the telco and digital sectors.

What you’ll do

• Monitor industry trends and relevant national and EU policy developments to provide senior leadership of emerging risks/opportunities and informed positions;
• Prepare summaries, briefings, presentations and internal updates;
• Support the drafting of consultation responses, position papers and institutional communications;
• Stakeholder mapping, meeting preparation, engagement and follow-up activities;
• Support responses to information requests, ensuring compliance and liaising with internal teams as needed;
• Represent Vodafone in industry associations and meetings with key external stakeholders;
• Timely and accurate delivery of monitoring, research and briefing materials;
• Quality of advocacy contributions;
• Effective stakeholder engagement plans, representation and policy wins.

Who you are

• Degree in Economics, Law, Political Science, or related field;
• Strong interest in the telco and digital policy matters;
• Strong writing, analytical and research skills;
• Good organisation, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities;
• Collaborative approach, excellent communication skills and ability to build and manage stakeholder relationships;
• Experience or willingness to develop policy expertise and stakeholder engagement capabilities;
• Initial experience or strong interest in public affairs, regulatory affairs, telco and digital policy or European affairs would be valued;
• English and Portuguese language (spoken and written).

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

What's in it for you

• Hybrid Work Model - Flexible hybrid work model with 8-10 in-office days per month, managed by team leaders;
• Vodafone Products and Services - Employees get a mobile phone, free communication plan, data card, and various discounts on services and products;
• Recognition - Recognition programs for innovative, creative, high-potential employees and exemplary behaviors;
• Health and Well-being - Well-being Program offers nutrition and psychological consultations, webinars, workshops, and discounts on various services and products;
• Learning - Access to Communities of Practice and a customizable digital training platform with high-quality content (namely Harvard Business Publishing, Skillsoft and Speexx);
• Local and International Mobility - Internal recruitment with local and international rotation opportunities across departments and roles.

Who we are

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.

Together we can.