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Last week I shared some details about an organisation & recruiting task I am currently helping a Swedish client with. I received some very interesting responses and feedback afterwards here on LI, so thought I would continue sharing. So after establishing which organisational setup would be the best fit for the Public Affairs function, we have now progressed to next step, which is recruitment of the Nordic Public Affairs Lead. I kicked off this step by outlining some of the most common archetypes in Public Affairs as well as what will be needed in the future to compete. I have fresh insights about the current state of Public Affairs, as I am currently also interviewing PA pros from all over Europe for The Public Affairs Manager Survey 2025, which will be out on the 18th of November. But back to this recruitment, we are discussing the composition of the Public Affairs function going forward, which types & skills to look for and - very important - when to hire them. I cannot stress this enough. You have to recruit people in the right order! If your organisation is very immature in terms of Public Affairs, it doesn't make sense to hire certain archetypes. On the other hand if your are building the function, and e.g. have a 5 year plan for this, then you should look for the skills needed for this. It depends on the maturity level. I operate with four archetypes currently: 🎯 Firefighter - Re-active, short-term & focus, single-issues, network skills prioritized 🎯 Organizer - More internally focused on structures, processes and building a team that can drive PA-efforts. 🎯 Diplomats - Experts in connecting and aligning external expectations with internal performance. 🎯 Specialist - Experts on certain issues, methods or tactics.   Remember these are *archetypes*, its not always this binary, and candidates can of course be more than one type, but this helps the organisation organize, visualize and reflect on what they will need - and when! This is why organisation and recruitment in Public Affairs is so closely linked and shouldn't be separated. Sometimes I can assess if a Public Affairs function will work or not in less than a minute. #publicaffairs anderskopp.com

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The goal of public affairs work is to effectively communicate the organization's message, protect its reputation, and achieve its strategic objectives. Public affairs work encompasses a range of activities aimed at managing an organization's relationships with stakeholders, shaping public opinion, and influencing public policy. It involves communication, advocacy, and engagement with various audiences, including government officials, the media, community groups, and the general public. Public affairs professionals often work to promote the organization's interests, build goodwill, address issues, and navigate regulatory and political landscapes. This can include activities such as lobbying, media relations, community outreach, public relations campaigns, and crisis management. A great picture with H.E Deputy Prime Minister Say Samal, Minister of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction.

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It’s Stampede time in Calgary! WABE’s Secretary/Treasurer Cameron Thomson stopped in Diversified’s Kickoff Soriee and meetup with Ken Gould and Calaigh Copland. Connecting with WABE friends at industry events reminds us we are not alone in the work we do. Taking time to meet new people working in your field can give you an alternative perspectives, a chance for creative ideas to be seeded or a feeling of pride sharing your career story. Engaged employees tend to have stronger relationships with their bosses, are better prepared to tackle new challenges and changes, feel more valued by their employers, manage stress more effectively, and experience greater overall life satisfaction. At WABE we believe there is value in connecting and providing a space and events for our industry friends and business to gather. https://wabe.ca