We're looking for a dedicated Public Affairs Expert (m/f/d) professional to lead our efforts in Peru!. You will play a crucial role in building relationships with stakeholders, engaging communities, and championing our mission alongside key internal leaders.

Your Tasks – Paint the world green

• Develop and execute a strategic approach to achieve Flix Bus' goals in public affairs

• Identify and develop networks with key government and non-governmental actors across the political spectrum at all levels (city, state, and national), particularly with regard to the technology and/or transportation and mobility sector

• Establish and advance the Flix Bus brand and profile with policy makers including (local and national) governments, third parties and academics

• Participate in and shape policy frameworks at city, state, and national level

• Engage key influencers (academic institutions, think tanks, etc.) in policy making to advance Flix Bus' agenda

• Become a thought leader in the transportation and mobility space, and a trusted advisor for policy makers

• Provide general public affairs and activity support to day-to-day business operations

• Work hand in hand with the Global Public Affairs and Corporate Comms teams to ensure consistency in messaging

• You will report directly to the Managing Director Peru

Your Profile – Ready to hop on board

• 7-10 years of relevant work experience in Public Affairs, government, law, or in a Political or Institutional environment

• Advanced degree, or equivalent, in Political Science, Public Affairs, Law, Economics or a related communications discipline is preferred

• You are an excellent communicator, both verbal and written, in both Spanish and English

• Knowledge of Peruvian regulatory and legislative processes and exposure to the Peruvian parliamentary, political and legislative institutions and framework

• Solid network in Peru with relevant stakeholders

• Excellent (verbal and written) communication skills in Spanish and English

• The ability to adequately deal and manage relationships with different internal and external stakeholders and institutional partners

• Ability to make decisions and act autonomously while escalating when necessary

• Experience in the technology sector and/or transportation and mobility sector is a plus, as is some experience of working with media and journalists is a plus

Our Perks – More than just a job

• You have an impact. With innovation and smart technology, we are creating the easiest way to travel. We want your ideas and give you autonomy to make them reality.
• Flix is flexible. Organize your own schedule with trust-based hours and up to 60 days of working from (m)anywhere. We are an office-first company, and we encourage all employees to come regularly to their local office.
• Travelling is our passion. Discover the world with your free Flix rides and bring along your friends and family for half price.
• Teamwork makes the dream work. Our Flix Team has people from over 80 different nations. We work in a multicultural environment where we can challenge and support each other.
• We're not only green in color. We're building for the long term, and that means protecting our planet. We constantly test new green technologies and compensate for the CO2 after all our business travel since 2018.
• Your well-being is important to us. To treat your mind and body we will give you a competitive paid time off package, mental health support including 1:1 consultations with a psychologist, and a neat discount on Urban Sports Club memberships.

Want to rewrite the history of mobility with us? Then join our ride and apply now. We're excited to hear from you! We recognize that everyone carries a unique set of valuable skills and experiences. If you think you could have an impact even though you don't meet 100% of the requirements, we still encourage you to apply.

About Flix
We are a global mobility provider with headquarters in Europe and the United States. Since 2013, we have changed the way millions of people have traveled, offering new alternatives for convenient, affordable and eco-friendly travel. Thanks to a unique business model and innovative technology, we have quickly established one of the largest long-distance mobility networks in the world – and our journey has just begun.
The following video shows our amazing success story: