Public Affairs Expert

DIGI BELGIUM welcomes you. We've set foot in the telecom landscape with a singular mission - to disrupt and redefine. With audacious goals and an unyielding ambition, we're forging a path that is fiercely customer-centric and rooted in innovation. Prepare to witness a revolution in telecom, because DIGI BE isn't just here to play; we're here to lead and transform.

To support us in this mission, we are currently looking for a Public Affairs Expert. Are you the one we’re looking for? Keep reading!

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the development and implementation of comprehensive public affairs and communication strategies, aligned with DIGI's objectives and values, with a primary focus on promoting the deployment of its fibre and mobile networks;

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to incorporate public affairs considerations into the company’s plans and initiatives, and vice versa;

• Establish and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, including government and regulatory agencies as well as industry partners, to advocate for DIGI’s projects;

• Monitor, analyse, respond to consultations, and lobby on legislative and regulatory developments affecting the telecommunications sector in Belgium, providing timely insights to internal teams;

• Participate in and/or take the lead in driving the company’s advocacy efforts to influence policies and regulations relevant to supporting corporate objectives;

• Contribute to the planning and execution of crisis communications to safeguard the company’s reputation during challenging situations;

• Develop and implement corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives to enhance the company’s image and community engagement;

• Lead thought leadership initiatives to position the company as a key player in the telecommunications sector.

Must Haves Qualities & Talents:

• Master’s Degree in Law;

• Experience: extensive experience in public affairs/advocacy roles;

• Experience with working on telecom or media matters preferred;

• Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex matters in simple and understandable manner;

• Results driven, validated experience leading strategic projects with ability to work independently and efficiently;

• Intercultural awareness and innovative mindset;

• Fluency (oral and written) in English, and either Dutch or French;