Vice President, Global Affairs

The role

This leader will oversee Government Affairs, Sustainability & Responsible Technology, and Social Impact & Nonprofit Go-To-Market. You will set a unified strategy for Global Affairs to support commercial growth and represent Okta with external stakeholders.

What you will do

• Set a unified strategy for Global Affairs to support commercial growth.
• Serve as an executive champion for trust, responsible AI, and mission-aligned growth.
• Represent Okta with government officials, regulators, enterprise customers, nonprofit partners, and investors.
• Present vision and operations to employees, executives and board members.
• Operate an overlay model across GTM to drive revenue via compliance, sustainability, and nonprofit offerings.
• Manage and develop a high-performing leadership team.
• Lead global Government Affairs strategy and public policy priorities.
• Partner with GTM and public sector sales leaders to accelerate pipeline.
• Oversee sustainability strategy, disclosures, and compliance.
• Oversee nonprofit business, product donation commitment, and donor-advised fund.

Required qualifications

• 15+ years of experience spanning Government Affairs, Public Policy, Global Affairs, Social Impact, and/or Corporate Strategy.
• Strong, demonstrated background in Government Affairs and public sector engagement.
• Senior-level financial oversight experience, including managing large operating and/or philanthropic budgets.
• Exceptional communicator and storyteller with proven external speaking and public advocacy experience.
• Ability to influence C-level executives and the Board of Directors.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and unite disparate functions into a cohesive strategy.

Nice to have

• Enterprise SaaS or technology experience
• Experience in cybersecurity, identity, trust, or AI governance
• Existing relationships with key policymakers, regulators, and industry coalitions

Benefits

• Equity
• Bonus
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Paid leave including PTO and parental leave

About the company

Okta's Global Affairs organization is a strategic function designed to drive business growth, navigate regulatory landscapes, and advance the mission to build a secure, inclusive, and sustainable world.