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Public Policy (APAC) Senior Manager

Job type: Consultant
Time type: Full-time
Location: Malaysia or Singapore
Post date: 10 July 2025

Position Summary:

The Public Policy (APAC) Senior Manager will join the GS1 Global Public Policy team and collaborate daily with GS1 offices and colleagues in Asia-Pacific. The position will have accountability for the execution of public policy activities that advance the GS1 Global public policy strategy and GS1 Asia-Pacific regional priorities. Responsibilities include engaging with regulators, intergovernmental organisations, industry associations, and other stakeholders, while also working closely with GS1 offices in approximately 20 markets.

The position requires extensive experience in the regulatory and public policy environment within Asia-Pacific and aims to promote understanding of global standards and regulatory harmonisation among key stakeholders. It offers the opportunity to work with a leading international organisation focused on enhancing safety and efficiency in global commerce by partnering with businesses and governments.

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:

  • Bachelor's level degree (required) in relevant field, such as public affairs, political science, international relations or business with more than 6 to 8 years of work experience
  • 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.

Skills required:

  • Must be fluent in English, oral and written; knowledge of major Asian language is beneficial.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills – confident presenter and public speaker.
  • Proven organisational, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong collaborative skills, an international mindset and willingness to proactively involve stakeholders from a wide range of countries and support multicultural working groups.
  • Comfortable learning about new technology and explaining it in a simple way for external audiences such as industry and government.
  • Willingness to be part of a globally distributed team which will meet virtually more than in person.
  • Excellent time management with flexibility to cater to commitments across multiple time zones.
  • Highly motivated and detail oriented, with the proven ability to follow through on short and long-term work streams.
  • Ability to create strong and trusted relationships with a globally distributed team in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Demonstrates integrity, passion, energy, and drive in their work.

Additional Information:

This job may require up to 10% global travel.

GS1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will never unlawfully discriminate on the grounds of race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, age, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, or political opinions.

How to apply:

Email your cover letter with CV to: jobs@gs1.org; include the job title in the subject line. Responses will be treated quickly and with strict confidentiality.