Job Openings Advocacy Manager (HCMC)

About the job Advocacy Manager (HCMC)

Screening partner: Cotalent (authorized to screen and pre-qualify all applicants for EuroCham).

Equal opportunity and Data Use: All qualified candidates will receive fair consideration. Your CV and personal data will be used solely for recruitment purposes for this role and closely related roles at EuroCham, processed under legitimate interest, stored securely, and not shared outside the recruitment process (including GDPR where applicable).

Role Snapshot

  • Location: Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi, On-site
  • Work time: Standard office hours (Monday-Friday)
  • Employment type: Full-time, 24-month fixed-term contract after 2-month probation
  • Reporting line: Executive Director
  • Team scope: Manages Sector Committee Coordinators, Assistants, and Interns
  • Salary: Negotiable
  • Benefits: Insurance coverage, 13th-month bonus, Professional development budget
  • Eligibility: Fluent in Vietnamese and English, able to travel 1-2 times per month between HCMC and Hanoi

Company Profile

The European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) represents nearly 1,400 European companies operating in Vietnam across various industries. Founded in 1998, EuroCham serves as the primary voice of the European business community, advocating for a transparent, stable, and competitive business environment. Its goal is to boost EU-Vietnam economic ties, advocate for policies, and facilitate dialogue between businesses and government officials.

Role Purpose & Success Outcomes

The Advocacy Manager leads EuroCham's advocacy strategy and execution, ensuring that the organization effectively represents the interests of its members to Vietnamese and European authorities.

Success looks like:

  • The Whitebook is published and launched successfully with broad participation and positive visibility.
  • Sector Committees are well-coordinated, active, and demonstrate measurable engagement and satisfaction.
  • Advocacy initiatives deliver timely, high-quality outputs and clear impact on business and regulatory outcomes.
  • Internal management and communication processes are efficient and collaborative across offices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, execute, and continually improve EuroCham's advocacy strategy in alignment with the organization's goals.
  • Oversee and support the operation of all Sector Committees, ensuring coordination, quality, and alignment of priorities.
  • Edit and manage the annual Whitebook publication and coordinate related launch events and briefings.
  • Lead advocacy initiatives, position papers, and stakeholder engagement activities with local and European authorities.
  • Collaborate with the EU Delegation, EU-Vietnam Business Council, and other key institutions on trade and policy issues.
  • Organize and support advocacy-related events in coordination with the Events teams in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Supervise, coach, and motivate the Sector Committee Coordinators, Assistants, and Interns.
  • Support the Board of Directors and Executive Director in advocacy, external relations, and governance tasks.
  • Monitor advocacy performance and recommend improvements to enhance impact and member satisfaction.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, including Vietnamese authorities, the EU Delegation to Vietnam, the EU-Vietnam Business Council, sector committee leaders, member companies, and relevant media representatives.

Must-Have Requirements

Non-Negotiables

  • Degree in Law, Economics, Political Science, International Relations, or Business.
  • Minimum 5-8 years of relevant professional experience.
  • Proven leadership experience in managing projects or cross-functional teams.
  • Proficient in English and a native speaker of Vietnamese.
  • Availability to travel between Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi (1-2 trips per month).

Required

  • Demonstrated experience in advocacy, stakeholder engagement, or government relations.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-cultural and multidisciplinary teams.

  • Strong project management, negotiation, and communication skills.

  • Experience working with chambers, associations, or public-private organizations.

  • Excellent time management and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of international or European trade law.
  • Familiarity with the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement and related institutions.

  • Experience in CSR or public affairs within Vietnam or the EU contexts.

Working Style & Culture

  • Professional, mission-driven, and member-oriented.
  • Collaborative, respectful, and cross-functional teamwork between offices.
  • Calm and constructive approach under pressure; diplomacy in stakeholder engagement.

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Shortlisting & interviews: EuroCham will contact shortlisted candidates directly to schedule interviews.
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