24 Public Affairs jobs in the Philippines

Job Description:

• Assist in developing and implementing corporate communication strategies.
• Drafts, edits, and proofreads press releases, internal communications, and other corporate documents.
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure consistent messaging and branding across all communication channels.
• Write quality contents for various platforms, including blogs, newsletters, website, and social media.
• Assist in creating marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, presentations, etc.
• Collaborate with graphic designers and team members to produce engaging multimedia content.
• Conduct market research to identify industry standards, competitor activities, and potential opportunities.
• Gather and analyze data on consumer behavior and preferences to inform marketing strategies.
• Manages events and handles press activities effectively
• Creates and executes public relations campaigns
• Coordinates media interviews and press conferences
• Writes for both internal and external audiences, including newsletters, official statements, and speeches
• Applies crisis communication strategies and supports brand messaging and reputation management

Job Qualification:

• Holds a bachelor's degree in marketing, Advertising, Mass Communications, Communication Arts, Journalism, Media Studies, Corporate Communication, or a related field
• Has at least three (3) years of experience in a marketing or communications role
• Demonstrates excellent copywriting, feature writing, and storytelling skills
• Builds and maintains strong media networks and professional relationships
• Thinks strategically and communicates with poise and professionalism in external engagements
• Has working knowledge of both digital and traditional media tools
• Possesses basic knowledge in photography, design, and photo editing
• Communicates with excellence, both orally and in writing
• Willing to work onsite in Makati.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company Christmas gift
• Company events
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for promotion
• Pay raise
• Promotion to permanent employee

Work Location: In person

Lead or support Public Affairs activities/projects to support business objectives in the area of responsibility, engage in stakeholder engagement in the area of responsibility.

Shape external policy in the area of responsibility.

Position Novartis as a trusted partner.

Hold key external stakeholder relationships.

Deliver political intelligence and advice to relevant Novartis businesses.

Provide support to PA Leadership.

Major accountabilities:

• Identify, prioritize and drive topics which define policy environment for business -Contribute to the creation, revision and publishing of policy documents, advocacy toolkits, training materials.
• Shape, represent, and advance Novartis legislative, policy and alliance strategic objectives -Execute product advocacy where applicable
• Map external stakeholders and systematically engage pro-actively through direct contact and relationship building, setting up key platforms for engagement on key policy and business priorities, working in partnership
• Based on internal alignment with cross-function teams(IMI and global functions) about country priorities, identify key policy areas where we need to shape the environment and engage various external stakeholders externally, build and execute engagement plans
• Lead and/or Active member of the local trade/industry associations and participate in the policy discussion to shape the favorable environment
• Mitigate negative impact of regulation either as Novartis individually and/or together with industry/trade association
• Formulate and obtain board alignment across division to implement consistent public affairs strategy in line with Novartis corporate strategy and implement them consistently
• Represent Novartis, providing regular and quality input to Government through reports and/or briefing documents
• Develop the plan to achieve company key priorities related to the access ( public and private) and collaborate with relevant internal and external stakeholders to achieve this priority.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders including government, research institutes and media to support business objectives
• Close communication and alignment within the organization especially with other business functions to ensure the achievement of business objectives.
• Disseminate information to relevant stakeholders (patient group, regulators, media and partners) through appropriate use of communication channels.
• Lead Public Affairs Council at the country level to strategize and implement initiatives.
• Translate policy/regulatory changes into implications for Novartis, and develop strong positioning for policy advocacy
• Serve as an advisor to the Country President to identify aligned priorities between Novartis and the government and the short-to-mid term engagement plan to achieve those objective.
• Ethics and Compliance
• Work within any given legal framework, Novartis Ethics, Risk and Compliance policies and ensure those around him/her do the same
• Work to ensure a diverse and inclusive environment, free from all forms of discrimination and harassment.

Key Performance Indicators

• Deliver quality and timely briefings, reports, thought pieces and other written material
• Develop Public Affairs strategy, stakeholder map, country plan, engagement plan and implementation
• Achieve country milestones according to strategy, objectives and work plans
• Novartis market reputation: surveys, interviews, polls, and media.
• Stakeholder satisfaction with presented information: surveys of relevant Media or analyst stakeholders; internal customer satisfaction.
• Consistency of apparent Novartis corporate position within target markets
• Extent of participation at relevant industry conference
• Regional / global / Country and CP coordination: alignment with regional / global Public Affairs strategies

Minimum Requirements:

Education

• Masters or Degree in public policy, business, bioscience or related fields

Languages

• Proficiency in English (written & spoken) and local language.

Experience

• 8-10 years in public affairs public policy or related. Multinational experience preferred.
• Background in government service is an added advantage. Ie experience working with important external stakeholders such as ministries, embassies, and other government agencies.
• critical thinking and is highly self-motivated to proactively drive the PA agenda

Work Experience:

• Collaborating across boundaries.
• Project Management.
• Operations Management and Execution.

Skills:

• Communication Medium.
• Corporate Communication.
• Curiosity.
• Influencing Skills.
• Microsoft Access.
• Prioritization.
• Public Affairs.
• Strategic Partnerships.

Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?

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Division

People & Organization

Business Unit

Universal Hierarchy Node

Location

Philippines

Site

Makati City

Company / Legal Entity

PH03 (FCRS = PH003) Novartis Healthcare Philippines, Inc

Functional Area

Communications & Public Affairs

Job Type

Full time

Employment Type

Regular

Shift Work

No

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Lalamove
is disrupting the logistics industry by connecting customers and drivers directly through our technology. We offer customers a lightning fast and convenient way to book delivery and moving services whether they are at their home, at work or on the go. People talk about O2O, we live it Currently, Lalamove is a leading global on-demand delivery platform with millions of delivery partners serving millions of orders everyday.

At Lalamove, we strongly believe in the power of community. Millions of drivers and customers use our technology every day to connect with one another and move things that matter. Delivery is what we do best and we ensure it is always fast and simple.

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly driven
Senior Public Affairs Manager
to lead our government relations and public affairs strategy. This role will be responsible for building strong relationships with government agencies, industry associations, and key stakeholders to support business objectives and ensure regulatory compliance.

What You'll Do
Engage different stakeholders such as government authorities, non-governmental organisations, business chambers, etc. in the Philippines to promote exchange of views, build consensus on issues and explore partnerships.

Develop and implement government relations strategies that align with business goals.

Represent the company in meetings, hearings, and industry forums with government bodies and regulatory agencies.

Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, industry associations, and community stakeholders.

Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments, assessing their potential business impact.

Provide insights and recommendations to leadership on policy and compliance matters.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Legal, Operations, Marketing, etc.) to ensure alignment in advocacy and communications.

Manage crisis communications and external affairs issues as needed.

What We Seek
A wise and reliable practitioner with both private and government exposure to public policy.

What You'll Need
A degree or master's degree holder with prior education or experience in public policy preferred

Knowledgeable in dealing with various local and national government agencies.

Experience in formulating and implementing strategic communications and partnership plans concerning external partners

Must be willing to both working onsite and travelling to different locations when representing the company

Position Overview
We are looking for a dynamic and dedicated PACS Senior Manager to join our team in the Philippines. This role serves as the lead for the Public Affairs, Communications, and Sustainability (PACS) function for the Philippine portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate with internal and external teams (e.g., bottlers, trade and industry associations, public affairs, and communications agencies) to develop and execute the Philippines' PACS strategy and stakeholder engagement plan.
• Advocate for legislation and regulations to support our business and industry needs in the Philippines.
• Manage the Incident and Crisis Management process in close collaboration with bottlers and Technical and Supply Chain teams.
• Cultivate and manage key stakeholder relationships, including government ministries, agencies, industry & trade associations, think tanks, and media.
• Oversee and manage routines, reporting, and performance metrics for PACS plans, budget, and business success metrics in the Philippines.
• Develop and implement a strategic communications strategy to support business and corporate goals
• Enhance our corporate reputation through stakeholder and media engagements, community affairs and sustainability activities.

KeY SUCCESS PARAMETERS
Experience

• Bachelor's degree required; an advanced degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., public affairs, communications, public policy, or sustainability) is preferred.
• 10 years or more of relevant experience in public affairs in public and/or private sector organizations.
• Demonstrated excellence in navigating matrix organizations and working with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven success in developing and executing national and regional stakeholder engagement strategies, while expanding and strengthening stakeholder networks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues and influence business outcomes.
• Ability to remain calm and solutions-oriented when managing challenging regulatory issues and crisis situations.

Key Skills And Competencies

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to manage divergent local stakeholders and synthesize multiple concepts to define and execute long-term public affairs, communications and sustainability strategies and work plans.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:15

Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.

Company Description

OceanaGold is a growing mid-tier gold and copper producer listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). With four operating mines—Haile in the USA, Didipio in the Philippines, and Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand—we are committed to safe, responsible mining that generates strong returns and supports sustainable development.

Our purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce power renewable energy, life-saving medical devices, and the technology that connects communities. Beyond this, our operations drive economic growth and improve health and education outcomes in the regions we serve, supporting over 3,700 direct jobs globally.

Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, and invest in, creating lasting value for all our stakeholders.

Job Description

The Didipio mine is located on Luzon Island in the Philippines and is the Company's only asset that produces both gold and copper. Didipio was built by OceanaGold in 2013 and operates fully as underground mine, with over 800 employees that support the mine.

Reporting to President of OceanaGold Philippines and General Manager - External Affairs and Social Performance this position leads the External Affairs function for OceanaGold Philippines (OGPI), playing a vital role in building and maintaining long-term, sustainable relationships with all levels of government and other key stakeholders. These relationships are essential to the continued operation of the Didipio Mine and the advancement of OceanaGold's broader interests across the Philippines.

Responsible for integrating External Affairs and Social Performance (EA&SP) considerations into exploration planning to proactively mitigate risks related to social license and regulatory compliance, particularly across government relations, tenement management, and exploration permitting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic stakeholder engagement to support permitting, operational continuity, and long-term community and government relationships.
• Embed EA&SP considerations into exploration strategies to support sustainable and compliant development.
• Define clear parameters for negotiation, including priorities, legal obligations, ethical standards, and cost implications.
• Form collaborative solutions by identifying shared objectives and reducing potential conflict.
• Represent OceanaGold with integrity and purpose in regulatory and public forums.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Science, Environmental Science, Law, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in a managerial or leadership role.
• At least 5 years of experience in stakeholder engagement and dialogue, preferably within the resource or mining sector.

Knowledge and Expertise:

• In-depth understanding of regulatory compliance requirements in the Philippines.
• Strong grasp of social science concepts, including social performance management systems, social impact assessments, social risk management, and sustainability frameworks.
• Familiarity with responsible gold mining principles and practices.
• Sound awareness of the Philippine socio-political landscape and its relevance to mining operations.

Core Skills:

• Stakeholder engagement and effective dialogue facilitation.
• Strategic planning and compliance management.
• Policy and procedures development.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.
• Data collection, analysis, and problem-solving capability.

Key Attributes:

• Ability to anticipate and manage social and regulatory risks.
• Strong relationship-building skills with a high degree of empathy, intuition, and patience.
• Resilience under pressure and adaptability in dynamic environments.

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonuses
• Travel provided to and from work
• Meal allowance
• Health Insurance
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected

YOU MATTER:OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Company Description
OceanaGold is a growing mid-tier gold and copper producer listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). With four operating mines—Haile in the USA, Didipio in the Philippines, and Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand—we are committed to safe, responsible mining that generates strong returns and supports sustainable development.

Our purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce power renewable energy, life-saving medical devices, and the technology that connects communities. Beyond this, our operations drive economic growth and improve health and education outcomes in the regions we serve, supporting over 3,700 direct jobs globally.

Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, and invest in, creating lasting value for all our stakeholders.

Job Description
The Didipio mine is located on Luzon Island in the Philippines and is the Company's only asset that produces both gold and copper. Didipio was built by OceanaGold in 2013 and operates fully as underground mine, with over 800 employees that support the mine.

Reporting to President of OceanaGold Philippines and General Manager - External Affairs and Social Performance this position leads the External Affairs function for OceanaGold Philippines (OGPI), playing a vital role in building and maintaining long-term, sustainable relationships with all levels of government and other key stakeholders. These relationships are essential to the continued operation of the Didipio Mine and the advancement of OceanaGold's broader interests across the Philippines.

Responsible for integrating External Affairs and Social Performance (EA&SP) considerations into exploration planning to proactively mitigate risks related to social license and regulatory compliance, particularly across government relations, tenement management, and exploration permitting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic stakeholder engagement to support permitting, operational continuity, and long-term community and government relationships.
• Embed EA&SP considerations into exploration strategies to support sustainable and compliant development.
• Define clear parameters for negotiation, including priorities, legal obligations, ethical standards, and cost implications.
• Form collaborative solutions by identifying shared objectives and reducing potential conflict.
• Represent OceanaGold with integrity and purpose in regulatory and public forums.

Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Science, Environmental Science, Law, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in a managerial or leadership role.
• At least 5 years of experience in stakeholder engagement and dialogue, preferably within the resource or mining sector.

Knowledge and Expertise:

• In-depth understanding of regulatory compliance requirements in the Philippines.
• Strong grasp of social science concepts, including social performance management systems, social impact assessments, social risk management, and sustainability frameworks.
• Familiarity with responsible gold mining principles and practices.
• Sound awareness of the Philippine socio-political landscape and its relevance to mining operations.

Core Skills:

• Stakeholder engagement and effective dialogue facilitation.
• Strategic planning and compliance management.
• Policy and procedures development.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.
• Data collection, analysis, and problem-solving capability.

Key Attributes:

• Ability to anticipate and manage social and regulatory risks.
• Strong relationship-building skills with a high degree of empathy, intuition, and patience.
• Resilience under pressure and adaptability in dynamic environments.

Additional Information
WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonuses
• Travel provided to and from work
• Meal allowance
• Health Insurance
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected

YOU MATTER:
OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Company Background

Backed by two leading Australian venture capital firms, DesignCrowd powers and BrandCrowd—platforms used by millions to create logos, brand kits, and small-business design assets. We are seeking an exceptional Reddit & Q&A Community Outreach Specialist to drive earned visibility through authentic participation on Reddit, Quora, YouTube comments, and other relevant forums. This role reports directly to the SEO Manager and the Head of Marketing & Analytics.

At DesignCrowd, you'll work with pioneering technology, comprehensive digital strategies, and a dynamic team in a fast-paced, agile startup environment.

The Role

Community conversation is core to our growth. As the Reddit & Q&A Community Outreach Specialist, your objectives are to:

• Generate authentic, rule-compliant mentions of and BrandCrowd by helping users in relevant threads (never spam).
• Proactively find and engage in live opportunities (new and evergreen) across priority topics—especially AI design tools and AI for small businesses.
• Capture insights (questions, objections, competitor mentions) and feed them back to SEO/Content/Product.
• Track and report activity with disciplined documentation.

Your responsibilities will include the following:

• Develop a monitoring workflow for priority topics/keywords (e.g., logo maker, brand kit, rebrand, business name ideas, social media assets, file formats (SVG/PNG), AI design tools, AI for small businesses, Etsy/Shopify branding).
• Use saved searches/alerts and tools (TrackReddit, GummySearch, Google Alerts; optional: vidIQ/TubeBuddy) to surface high-intent conversations.
• Write concise, helpful replies that answer the question first; mention only when clearly relevant, using a natural one-line intro (e.g., "Hi, I'm (First name) from ") and linking only when rules allow.
• Respect each community's rules (no astroturfing, vote manipulation, mass posting, or sockpuppets).
• Maintain and organize a tracker of every interaction (URL, platform, sub/topic/channel, question summary, your reply, brand mention Y/N, status, and results such as upvotes/likes/replies or creator hearts/pins).
• Deliver a weekly summary of top questions, objections, feature requests, competitor mentions, and threads requiring an official brand response.
• Build and continually update a living FAQ/objection-handling notes and propose content/landing pages we should create to better serve recurring questions.

Your key performance metrics for the role will include the following:

• Quality contributions posted per month (target 60–80 across platforms, balanced new + evergreen)
• Relevance rate (≥80% aligned to priority topics)
• Compliance (0 removals for spam; 100% rule-compliant, transparent posts)
• Engagement lift (upvotes/replies on Reddit/Quora; likes/replies/creator hearts or pins on YouTube)
• Attribution (40–60% of posts naturally include a mention without forcing it)
• Weekly insights quality (actionable summaries; FAQ growth)

Initial Hiring Process (Online Test Required):

All applicants must complete an online Live-Thread Outreach Test prior to interviews. You'll find 3–5 live Reddit threads, 3–5 Quora questions, and 3–5 recent YouTube videos, draft compliant value-first replies, and submit links, brief rule screenshots, a filled tracker, and a one-page insights summary.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Remote

Benefits:

• Company events
• Opportunities for promotion
• Pay raise
• Promotion to permanent employee (where probation applies)
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• 13th month salary

Experience:

• Community engagement on Reddit/Quora/YouTube: 1- 2 years (Required)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Php20, Php25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Pay raise
• Work from home

Work Location: Remote

We are looking for a field-based Community and Government Relations Officer who will serve as a key liaison between the company, local government units (LGUs), landowners, and other stakeholders in support of our projects. The ideal candidate should possess a pleasing personality, strong interpersonal skills, and a deep understanding of land acquisition processes and local governance procedures. The role will involve frequent travel and coordination with communities and LGUs across designated provincial areas.

• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with LGU officials, barangay leaders, land/property owners, and community stakeholders.
• Facilitate and support negotiations for land acquisition, including site visits, document verification, and stakeholder meetings.
• Conduct field validations, landowner profiling, and assist in securing right-of-way agreements and other legal/technical documents.
• Represent the company in public consultations, barangay assemblies, and coordination meetings with government and community groups.
• Assist in securing permits, endorsements, and clearances from local government agencies and offices.
• Ensure that all community and government interactions follow proper legal and ethical standards.
• Provide timely reports on field activities, stakeholder concerns, and progress on community-related issues.
• Mediate and resolve minor conflicts or issues with stakeholders in coordination with the legal and project teams.
• Maintain accurate records of all correspondence, agreements, and documentation related to land and stakeholder engagements.

• Graduate of Political Science, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Communication, or any related field.
• With at least 2-3 years of experience in community relations, government liaison work, or land acquisition.
• Strong knowledge of local government structures, barangay-level operations, and land titling/acquisition processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; must have a pleasing and approachable personality.
• Able to build rapport and trust with stakeholders across different socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Flexible and willing to be assigned in provincial locations for extended periods.
• Highly organized, proactive, and capable of working independently in the field.
• Proficient in report writing and basic MS Office applications.
• With valid driver's license is a plus.