Position Title: External Affairs Trainee
Dakar, SN
Times are changing at PMI.
We’ve chosen to do something big. The world expects us to act responsibly – and we are doing just that by transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose: to deliver a smoke-free future.
This transformation is reshaping every part of our business — from the products we offer, to the way we engage with society. It’s a journey that opens new opportunities and demands fresh thinking. That’s where you come in.
Start Your Career with Purpose
If you’re early in your career and have already gained hands-on experience, particularly from a Big 5 firm (such as EY, PwC, Deloitte, KPMG, or BDO) this is the perfect place to take your next step. You’ll join a global business with the energy of a start-up, and your work will have real, visible impact.
External Affairs is a fast-evolving function, building influence through meaningful engagement with governments, regulators, and public health stakeholders. You’ll work alongside experts in fiscal affairs, regulatory strategy, sustainability, and public policy, helping drive one of the most significant business transformations of our time.
Your Day-to-Day
Fiscal Support
- Analyze Finance Law updates and maintain an Excel summary on excise, VAT, and other relevant taxes
- Monitor IMF’s “Rapport IV” and fiscal trends across the PAE region
- Gather and report on fiscal developments and WHO perspectives
- Support simulations to assess fiscal impact of new tax legislation
Regulatory Support
- Build familiarity with Tobacco Control Laws (TCL) across markets
- Track upcoming TCL initiatives through online research and consultant networks
- Summarize and assess regulatory proposals and assist in preparing position papers
Administrative & Budgetary Support
- Assist with budget management, accrual planning, and rolling forecasts
- Collect documentation for air tickets, advances, and expenses
- Monitor invoice processing in SAP and liaise with accounting on codification
- Prepare Travel & Entertainment budgets and manage consultant payments
- Submit contracts, due diligence, and compliance forms
- Archive documentation (electronic and physical) and support other team requests
Who We’re Looking For
- Completed Master’s degree in Finance, Fiscal/Legal Studies, or a similar field
- Minimum 6–18 months of relevant working experience, ideally including time at a Big 5 accounting firm
- Strong English communication skills – both written and verbal (non-negotiable)
- Intermediate Excel skills for analysis, tracking, and reporting (non-negotiable)
- Proven ability to collaborate across teams and build strong relationships
- Confident and proactive in engaging senior stakeholders
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Must already be living in Senegal with a valid residence permit
What We Offer
Our success depends on talented people like you — individuals who show up every day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress. At PMI, you’ll find a place where you can:
- Shape your future and ours. Take risks, experiment, and drive innovation
- Belong in an inclusive, diverse environment where your voice is respected
- Grow pursuing your ambitions with the support of a global business
- Make a difference by helping us deliver on our bold vision: a smoke-free future
PMI welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, religion or belief, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
We encourage applications from Senegalese Residence/Citizens who are members of designated groups and have equivalent experience in PMI or a related field. Laws and principles will be considered during the candidate selection process to promote diversity and the exchange of ideas.
Ready to Join Us?
Apply now via our official career portal.
Direct applications via email or social media will not be accepted.
