At The Coca-Cola Company, we are proud to be one of the world's most recognized and respected brands, with a legacy spanning over 139 years and a portfolio of more than 200 brands enjoyed by millions globally. Our mission is simple yet powerful: refresh the world and make a difference. We are seeking a **Senior Manager, Public Affairs, Brazil** to lead the mapping, development, and execution of strategic relationships with key local governments and partners across Brazil. This role is pivotal in strengthening Coca-Cola's local license to operate, positioning the Company as a trusted partner to cities and communities, and enabling collaboration with NGOs and strategic allies in support of shared social, environmental, and economic priorities. The ideal candidate will bring strong public-sector experience, partnership-building capability, and the ability to operate effectively across geographies and stakeholders. If you are passionate about collaboration, community impact, and building long-term partnerships, we want you on our team. **What You'll Do for Us** + **Lead the mapping and prioritization** of relationships and engagement opportunities with local governments across Brazil, with a strong focus on So Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, Manaus, and locations where bottlers operate. + **Build and manage relationships** with key local government stakeholders, positioning Coca-Cola as a constructive and reliable partner at the municipal and state levels. + **Identify and develop strategic partnership opportunities** with NGOs, civil society organizations, and other key partners, in close collaboration with Communications and Sustainability teams. + **Enable local engagement strategies** that align public affairs, sustainability, and business priorities to support community development and shared value creation. + **Partner cross-functionally** with bottlers, PACS, Sustainability, Communications, and business leadership to ensure alignment between local initiatives and enterprise objectives. + **Monitor local policy and political dynamics** , identifying risks and opportunities that may impact operations, reputation, or partnerships. + **Represent the Company** in local forums, multi-stakeholder initiatives, and partnership discussions, ensuring consistent and values-driven positioning. + **Support the execution of the PACS ABP** through operational planning, budget tracking and program implementation, coordination with bottlers and internal teams, and on-the-ground support during issues and crisis (IMCR) situations as needed. **Requirements & Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree required; degree in Public Administration, Political Science, International Relations, Law, or related field preferred. + Solid experience in government relations, public affairs, or partnerships, with direct exposure to local or state governments in Brazil. + Strong understanding of Brazil's local government structures and decision-making processes, particularly in major urban centers. + Proven ability to build and manage relationships with public-sector stakeholders, NGOs, and external partners. + Experience working cross-functionally with communications, sustainability, or community-focused teams. + Strategic and analytical mindset, with the ability to identify partnership opportunities and translate them into actionable plans. + Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the credibility to influence without direct authority. + Portuguese fluency required; English proficiency required for regional and global collaboration. **What We'll Do for You** + **Global Exposure:** Be part of a globally connected PACS organization, collaborating with regional and global teams on public affairs and partnerships. + **Iconic Brands:** Contribute to the success and reputation of one of the world's most respected companies. + **Learning & Development:** Access continuous learning platforms, leadership development resources, and opportunities for career growth. + **Purpose-Driven Work:** Play a meaningful role in building partnerships that strengthen communities and support sustainable development across Brazil. Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:15 Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.