Head of Government Affairs, Indonesia at Visa

Jakarta, Jakarta, Indonesia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Payments, FintechIndustries

Requirements

  • Support development and implementation of a robust government engagement strategy for Indonesia in close coordination with the Head of Government Engagement IPVMC, Country Manager for Indonesia, and other Visa business leaders
  • Monitor the regulatory and political landscape in Indonesia, assess threats and opportunities to Visa’s business, communicate intelligence to relevant colleagues, and strategize advocacy and engagement approaches
  • Be acutely aware of potential global implications of local issues and coordinate their management with global colleagues
  • Manage Visa’s relationships with government officials, regulators, and policy makers across key government agencies in Indonesia relevant to Visa’s business
  • Proactively manage relationship with the payments regulator for policy guidance, advocacy, notifications, approvals for Visa solutions, and regulatory reporting
  • Regularly communicate directly with lawmakers, government officials, regulators, and policy makers to build awareness about Visa’s value, enhance reputation, and competitive position
  • Develop and deliver informative and engaging local communications about Visa’s value and the payments industry aligned with business priorities and global branding
  • Coordinate and ensure local, regional, and global business subject matter experts conduct regular face-to-face technical issue briefings with regulators and government officials
  • Proactively identify opportunities for constructive engagements

Responsibilities

  • Prominently position the value of Visa with political, regulatory, and policy decision-makers in Indonesia
  • Lead development and execution of engagement strategies related to key Corporate Affairs initiatives in Indonesia, coordinating with Head of Communications on strategies and plans
  • Lead strategic engagement with key enabling partners such as Association of Payment Systems Association (ASPI), Fintech Association (AFTECH), and others
  • Proactively shape the near-term regulatory landscape through constructive input and engagement with government stakeholders on public and regulatory policies to benefit Visa’s business and electronic payments industry expansion
  • Proactively identify partnership opportunities with government and key stakeholders, positioning Visa advantageously in areas like government payments, transit and tourism expansion, financial inclusion, e-commerce adoption, SME digitalization, fintech enablement, and other government programs
  • Provide strategic inputs on Indonesia’s Country strategy to ensure Visa’s relevance in market
  • Support the Product team and related functions to establish a go-to-market strategy compliant with prevailing regulatory requirements

Skills

Government Affairs
Regulatory Engagement
Policy Strategy
Stakeholder Management
Communications Strategy
Partnership Development
Fintech
Payments Industry

Visa

Global digital payment network provider

About Visa

Visa operates a global digital payment network that facilitates electronic payments for millions of people daily. The company connects consumers, businesses, financial institutions, and governments, allowing them to make transactions using Visa cards. Each time a card is used, Visa earns money through transaction, service, and data processing fees. Unlike many competitors, Visa focuses on expanding access to financial services for underserved communities and supporting local economies. The company's goal is to promote financial inclusivity and drive sustainable commerce, ensuring that more people can participate in the global economy.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1958Year Founded
$55.8MTotal Funding
ANGEL_INDIVIDUALCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance.
Life Insurance.
Dental Insurance.
Disability Insurance.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.

Risks

CBDCs could reduce reliance on Visa's payment network.
'Buy Now, Pay Later' services may decrease traditional credit card transactions.
Fintech startups offering zero-fee transactions could pressure Visa's revenue model.

Differentiation

Visa operates a global digital payment network connecting millions daily.
The company focuses on financial inclusivity and sustainability in its operations.
Visa collaborates with central banks on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).

Upsides

Visa's partnership with fintechs enhances cross-border payment solutions.
Adoption of blockchain technology could revolutionize digital payments.
AI-driven fraud detection systems are reducing fraudulent activities.

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