TikTok
Public Policy Manager: Strategic Engagement - Advocacy (AMS) - Public Policy
Washington D.C., District of Columbia · Manager · Full-time · Posted Oct 28, 2026
- Experience
- Minimum 3 years.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, International Affairs, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Communications, Business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
About the job
Build and lead seller and creator advocacy programs that connect small businesses and creators with policymakers and communicate TikTok Shop’s economic impact.
What you'll do
- Recruit and manage seller and creator advocates, serving as the primary contact for participants in TikTok Shop’s Small Business Advocacy Program.
- Plan advocacy events and policy engagements, including meetings with policymakers, conferences, and activations.
- Develop program materials and processes, manage event budgets and logistics, and track participation and outcomes.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in public policy, government relations, political campaigns, policy-focused communications, advocacy, or community engagement.
- Understanding of political and legislative processes and the creator economy and/or small business and e-commerce landscape.
- Strong communication, relationship-building, project management, organizational, and judgment skills; ability to travel frequently and work occasional evenings and weekends.
Nice to have
- Experience in grassroots advocacy or political/community organizing.
- Experience with creators, small businesses, or online sellers; TikTok content creation features and tools, or TikTok Shop.
Tools
TikTok, TikTok Shop
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