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Head of Government Affairs, Central West Francophone Africa (CWFA)
Based in Visa’s Abidjan office, this dynamic position requires a proactive, solution-oriented, articulate, and strategic thinker who can operate and interact at the highest levels of government. The role involves frequent travel within Francophone West and Central Africa.
Position Summary
This role is responsible for managing Visa’s relationships with key government officials, policymakers, public influencers, and regulators in CWFA markets, including Cote d’Ivoire, Senegal, and Cameroon.
Key Responsibilities
Key Competencies
Job Scope
This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.
Basic Qualifications
• 8+ years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or at least 5 years of experience with an advanced degree (e.g., Master’s, MBA, JD, MD), or 2 years with a PhD.
Preferred Qualifications
• 9+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree, 7+ years with an advanced degree, or 3+ years with a PhD.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Public Policy, International Relations, Law, or related fields.
• 8–10 years’ experience in government relations, regulatory, or public affairs roles.
Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.