Regulatory & Public Policy Manager

About the role

The Regulatory & Public Policy Manager will lead the development and execution of regulatory, public policy, and excise tax strategies for the Zambia market. This strategic position combines project management, advocacy, and technical expertise to drive sustainable policy outcomes and tax optimization across Greater Africa.

Key responsibilities

• Project‑manage public policy and tax optimisation initiatives, collaborating with Zone/BU and Corporate Affairs teams to meet KPI‑based targets.
• Oversee the Greater Africa excise tax optimisation project, handling data analysis, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.
• Partner with government‑affairs and commercial teams to deliver excise tax optimisation deliverables.
• Lead a direct team that formulates regulatory and public policy positions on alcohol regulation, fiscal differentiation, socio‑economic impact, sustainability, illicit alcohol, and fiscal marking.
• Prepare advocacy materials, briefing documents, and executive communications to support interactions with policymakers and regulators.
• Serve as subject‑matter expert on the Alcohol Levy Act, Zambia’s alcohol regulations, illicit alcohol issues, and fiscal marking.
• Support educational programs and sector‑economics initiatives through research and content development.
• Design and implement an illicit‑alcohol framework with pilot interventions, focusing on beer differentiation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies to enhance ABI’s reputation as a trusted partner.

Required profile

• Deep understanding of regulatory processes and a proven record of successful advocacy campaigns.
• Excellent project‑management capabilities with the ability to influence and negotiate at senior levels.
• Technical knowledge of Zambian regulatory and tax policies (preferred).
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and guide a multidisciplinary team.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape public policy in a dynamic, fast‑growing market.
• Collaborative environment with global resources and local impact.
• Professional development and career growth within a leading beverage company.