Role Summary:
The Government Relations Manager in China will pursue long-term relationships with government officials on all levels. This role will

• Help establish Picarro in Greenhouse Gas Networks by managing the Government relationships
• Work together with a network of local leaders
• Be responsible for external/internal communications in line with Picarro's strategies & guidelines

As the primary interface between Picarro and the governments in China, this role requires combined knowledge and experience to manage government relations with various public officials and will work closely with Picarro's Commercial, Finance, HR, Legal, and Regulatory Affairs teams to achieve the best outcome from the government's policies.
You will:

• Build, manage, and enable the China GR network, including working procedures
• Keep informed on local government agenda and policies, collaborate with internal leaders around sustainability-related policies, and identify and drive business opportunities for Picarro
• Provide insights and create a clear understanding of the major policy strategies that may impact or influence company commercial business strategies
• Monitor proposed regulations and support the impact, risk analysis, and crisis management activities
• Partner with the leadership team as a crisis communications point of contact
• Engage with government officials at different levels and develop engagement strategies / key messages for high-level local authorities' interactions with government stakeholders
• Develop and execute GR strategies aligned with and supportive to Picarro's business strategy in China, building and enhancing Picarro's reputation and perception among government stakeholders
• Work closely with the leadership team to develop Picarro's government relations to meet China's overall growth strategies and strategic priorities
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with senior decision-makers in the government bodies relevant to Pizarro's business
• Develop and maintain good relations with Academia, CMA, MEE, peer companies, industry associations, industry experts, and critical semi-government research institutions related to Pizarro's business
• Develop external/internal communications plans to execute multi-channel communications programs for Picarro's brand development and positioning across multiple stakeholder groups, including customers, business leaders, industry groups, and governments
• Advise how to respond to government policy and priority changes, industry trends, technology development, and investment direction
• Provide input and advice to the leadership team on business development opportunities and long-term business strategies, including new investment locations

Must-have qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred; or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of working experience in Public Affairs in multinational companies in China
• Strong business acumen and strong communication skills
• Previous experience working in related industries preferred
• Experience implementing strong processes to drive performance
• Demonstrable track record managing issues and handling crises
• Fluency in Mandarin and English, outstanding written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Ability to align company strengths and goals with strategic government opportunities and challenges, leading to business growth
• Unquestionable and consistent commitment to business ethics and personal integrity
• Able to work under pressure with flexible working hours across multiple time zones
• Independent, proactive, and able to work in a matrix environment
• Able to travel per business requirements, both within China and to headquarters in Santa Clara, California

About Picarro:
Picarro, Inc. is the world's leading producer of greenhouse gas and optical stable isotope instruments, which are used in a wide variety of scientific and industrial applications, including: atmospheric science, air quality, greenhouse gas measurements, gas leak detection, food safety, hydrology, ecology and more. The company's products are all designed and manufactured at Picarro's Santa Clara, California headquarters and exported to countries worldwide. Picarro's products are based on dozens of patents on cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS) technology. Picarro's solutions are unparalleled in precision, ease of use, portability, and reliability.
The company has received honors including the World Economic Forum Technology Innovation Pioneer, IHS CERA Energy Innovation Pioneer, the U.S. Department of Energy Small Business of the Year, the Ti E50 Winner, and the Red Herring Global 100 Winner. Key investors include Benchmark Capital Partners, Greylock Management Corporation, Duff, Ackerman & Goodrich, Stanford University, Focus Ventures, Mingxin China Growth Ltd., NTT Finance, and Weston Presidio Capital.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, gender identity, social orientation, nor on the basis of disability.
Posted positions are not open to third-party recruiters/agencies, and unsolicited resume submissions will be considered a free referrals.
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