Privacy Advocacy Specialist

Responsibilities

Overview

PDPO (Privacy and Data Protection Office) leads and empowers TikTok's privacy efforts, advising across the company on safeguards and technical mitigations to protect users’ privacy across TikTok’s products and platforms. We are seeking a highly motivated Advocacy Specialist to advance the organization’s reputation as a privacy and data protection leader. You will develop and execute advocacy strategies to enhance credibility and influence public opinion, represent the organization in external forums, and build strategic relationships with policymakers, industry leaders, and advocacy groups.

You will work with internal teams to align advocacy initiatives with organizational goals, monitor industry trends, and shape public discourse on privacy. You will develop programs to showcase the organization’s leadership in privacy innovation and contribute to a safer, more responsible digital ecosystem.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement advocacy strategies
• Collaborate with internal teams to create and execute comprehensive advocacy plans aligned with organizational privacy objectives
• Represent the organization in external engagements, including conferences, industry summits, and policy forums, to advocate for privacy and data protection standards
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, and advocacy groups
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align messaging and ensure consistency in external communications
• Create advocacy materials such as white papers, position statements, and public-facing content that communicate the organization’s privacy initiatives and achievements
• Collaborate with internal communications teams to amplify advocacy efforts through digital campaigns and media outreach
• Monitor industry trends, stay informed on global privacy and data protection developments, and identify opportunities to shape public discourse
• Provide leadership with regular updates on advocacy outcomes and industry challenges
• Enhance organizational reputation by organizing and participating in external activities (e.g., media days, webinars, industry events) to showcase best practices and thought leadership
• Support the development of awareness programs and materials that resonate with external audiences

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or above in information security, computer science, law, communication, public relations, or related majors
• Minimum 5 years of experience in advocacy, public affairs, or privacy-related roles; domain knowledge in privacy, data protection, or cybersecurity is preferred
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities
• Proficient in public speaking with experience presenting to diverse audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Quick learner and adaptable team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Exceptional written and spoken communication skills

About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Why Join Us

Inspiring creativity is core to TikTok’s mission. Our innovative product helps people express themselves, discover, and connect. Our diverse teams create value for communities, inspire creativity, and bring joy. We strive to work with great people, embrace curiosity and humility, and make an impact in a rapidly growing tech company. We face challenges as one team with an “Always Day 1” mindset to achieve meaningful breakthroughs for our company and users. Join us.

Diversity & Inclusion

TikTok is committed to an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. We aim to celebrate diverse voices and create a workplace that reflects the communities we reach.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet