Director of Public Policy, India

Meta develops and deploys technologies - including advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) products - that support connections, communities, and economic growth. The Director of Public Policy, India, will lead our Public Policy team in a rapidly evolving tech policy landscape. This role oversees strategies and stakeholder engagement to achieve regulatory and policy priorities aligned with Meta's operations and strategy in India.As Director of Public Policy for India, you will direct policy strategy, engagement, and regulatory initiatives. You will also provide guidance on policy matters at the intersection of technology, society, and government, with a focus on the impact of Meta's products, platforms, and open-source technologies in the context of India.

Director of Public Policy, India Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Strategy: Define and implement public policy strategies for India, ensuring alignment with Meta's global, regional and local objectives
• Lead, manage, and mentor a multidisciplinary policy team including regulatory, product, economic and programs specialists
• Advise Meta executive management on public policy developments in India as part of the APAC Policy leadership team
• Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain relationships with government, policymakers, regulators, civil society, businesses, and industry associations, especially those engaged with AI and digital policy
• Represent Meta in senior policy discussions at high levels of the India government, in forums, expert panels and the media
• Policy Development and Advocacy: Shape discussions on legislative, regulatory, and societal issues with focus on AI technology, including generative AI and its responsible development
• Establish policy positions that support a safe, open, and equitable AI-powered digital ecosystem, reflecting Meta's commitment to ethical AI practices and transparency
• Communicate the societal impact and policy implications of Meta's products in India
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with other leaders and teams across legal, communications, product, operations, and AI research to enable coordinated policy approaches and advocacy
• Monitor regulatory trends and emerging issues in AI, digital transformation, and technology policy, and work with global teams to develop proactive solutions

• 18+ years of experience in public policy, regulatory affairs, law, government, technology, or related fields
• Demonstrated understanding of the policy landscape in India with a robust network among relevant stakeholders
• Proven experience developing and implementing policy strategies at scale, balancing technological advancement and regulatory requirements
• Proven track record of leadership, team management, and stakeholder engagement experience
• Experience communicating and presenting effectively (both written and verbal) in English
• Demonstrated track record of leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing outcomes in dynamic, technology-driven settings

• Experience in AI policy or digital technology policy in a multinational environment
• Demonstrated experience engaging with established network of relevant AI and digital policy stakeholders, including policymakers and technical experts
• Track record of maintaining high ethical standards, professionalism, and commitment to responsible development and deployment of AI
• Knowledge of additional Indian languages is a plus