The American Chamber of Commerce in Albania (AmCham) is looking for a dynamic Policy & Advocacy Manager to provide support in daily management of AmCham programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Prepare committee annual draft programs & of events – follow board approval process
- Coordinate events with Chairs of Committees & Key speakers (coordinate with communications and events manager)
- Continuously monitor the legislative landscape for proposed draft laws
- Coordinate with committees during the review and analysis of draft laws
- Prepare official letters and share committee comments with appropriate institutions as needed
- Attend relevant government sessions related to draft laws in order to protect member interests
- Provide solid analysis in law-making and policy development
- Responsible for shaping the organizations’ response to emerging policy trends, technology policies, knowledge & advocacy in relation with both, members & external partners
- Engage with public agencies and interest groups in preparing opinions and draft laws for recommendation to official channels/submissions
- Provide horizon scanning and maximize the organizations’ opportunities for external engagement
Required Qualifications/Competencies
- At least 7 years of relevant legal or public administration and/or private sector work experience
- University degree in legal or equivalent
- Proven ability to draft, edit and produce written proposals and results-focused reports
- Great attention to detail, ability to analyze and summarize long and complex documents
- Ability to think beyond traditional methods and to be innovative in seeking solutions to operational and logistical challenges
- Strong relationship building capabilities
- Good team working abilities
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.)
- Organizational, presentational & planning skills
- Ability to multitask and work without supervision
- Professional level English
Additional Desired Qualifications
- Have worked and/or studied in the United States for 2+ years
- Advanced degree in Business Management or Economics is preferred.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a brief cover letter and a current resume/CV at info@amcham.com.al and include “Policy & Advocacy Manager” in the subject line.
The application deadline is 01 October 2021.