Public Policy Associate

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Here at Dott, we believe in a future where our cities are free from cars and pollution. With our on-demand e-bikes and e-scooters, we want to help co-create liveable cities where space is given back to people. We dream of cities where it is easy to move from one place to another with less congestion and more socialisation. All work we do is to continue reaching for our mission, to free our cities with clean rides for everyone.

Though founded in Europe, our passionate, mission-driven people come from over 55 countries globally. With such representative employees working in over 9 countries, we can better meet our users' diverse needs. We collaborate with each other, transportation providers, and city officials to ensure what we do today has a tangible impact on tomorrow.  Moreover, each employee is equally invested and accountable for making each decision socially and environmentally sustainable. 

Dott is currently operating in 7 countries and over 50 cities, 15 in Italy, with big challenges and plans ahead for 2024.

We’re looking for a Public Policy Associate to support our growth in the country and our relationships with key stakeholders such as municipalities, institutions, partners, etc. We're looking for a smart and dedicated person, eager to learn and grow together with us. The Public Policy Associate will report to the Public Policy Director and can be located in any Italian city.

What you’ll do

  • Support the Public Policy Director in identifying and prioritizing cities for future expansion in Italy;
  • Help develop and shape knowledge about Dott & its strengths within cities;
  • Show reliability, trust, and proactivity towards cities and other external stakeholders;
  • Collaborate with local Administrations to strategically shape market regulations in line with best-in-class standards;
  • Organise policy-relevant events and activities;
  • Monitor, report, and organize policy activities, in collaboration with all the internal stakeholders;
  • Represent Dott at public policy-related local events;
  • Support the tender application process, helping to define Dott's strategic positioning & providing bespoke local content;
  • Research and analyze the political and governmental landscape in Italy, including regulations and policy developments;
  • Support in reviewing city satisfaction about Dott service where Dott operates, discussing improvement plans with city operations teams;
  • Contribute to building lasting and value-adding partnerships, to create a network around Dott, and to support the team’s goals.

    • What you’ll bring

  • 1-2 years experience in public affairs/policy, project management, institutional relations, policy-related consulting, mobility consulting, or similar;
  • Available to travel regularly to different Italian cities (one-day trips);
  • If living in Milan, available to work 2/3 days a week from the office (if living in another city, fully remote);
  • Experience in external relationships and representation;
  • Preferably a network of established relationships, especially if into city administrations, political parties, mobility-related public and private sector stakeholders;
  • Degree in Political Science, Law, International Relations, Economy, or similar (Master in public affairs, lobbying, or institutional relations is a big plus);
  • Strong writing skills in Italian and English (correspondence, proposals, etc.);
  • Any additional languages are a plus;
  • Event management;
  • A vision and passion for green mobility;
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills;
  • Ability to work well in a cross-functional and multi-cultural environment and in multiple teams simultaneously. 

    • What is our Employee Value Proposition (EVP):

    We embrace change in our cities, our work, and ourselves. We empower each other to make a lasting impact. We spark meaningful connections by fostering a supportive community. We succeed by adapting the way we work. Unlock the Change


    Benefits & Policies*:
    🚀 Employee Stock/Equity plan
    💰 A fair, mid-market salary package
    🧑‍💻 Weekly All-hands meetings
    🧘 Mental health support with Open-up
    🫂 Employee Resource Groups
    🪹 Pension scheme
    👶 Parental policies
    🏡 Hybrid Work Policy (twice a week at the office)
    🌎 Short-term Remote Work Policy
    🏞️ Sabbatical Policy 
    🪑 Work from home budget 

    (* benefits will vary based on the country and position)

    Sustainability Statement
    We continuously measure and improve our environmental and social impact.  We’re not claiming we’ll save the world, but we’re relentlessly striving to do the right thing for people, cities, and the planet. We’re constantly putting the environment and our social impact at the heart of every business decision. For more information on our sustainability, check out our Sustainability Report & Manifesto (bit.ly/3KB9dwq).

    Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) Statement
    Dott is an equal-opportunity employer and aims to be intentional in our ED&I strategy. We operate throughout Europe in the hometowns of countless people, including our employees. To truly free OUR cities, we must have a workforce that not only understands the unique needs of our cities but also represents the diversity within them. To support all our employees to be their authentic selves, we have a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination and harassment in any regard.

    Data Privacy
    At Dott, we respect fundamental privacy rights. We process your personal data per the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation ("GDPR"). Read our Applicant Privacy Statement for a clear explanation of how we process your personal data. (https://ridedott.com/applicant-privacy-statement/)
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