We’re looking for a dynamic Government Affairs Manager to drive our public policy and regulatory strategy across the MENA region. In this high-impact role, you’ll lead engagement with government bodies, regulators, and industry stakeholders to shape policies that enable our growth. If you thrive at the intersection of business and government and are passionate about making an impact across diverse markets — we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement government affairs strategies to support business operations and regulatory compliance across MENA.
• Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, regulatory authorities, and public sector stakeholders.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and provide timely risk assessments and strategic guidance.
• Lead or support licensing and registration processes across multiple jurisdictions.
• Represent the company in meetings, consultations, and negotiations with government and industry bodies.
• Collaborate with legal, public policy, product, and operations teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.

Requirements:

Education and Background:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Public Policy, International Relations, Political Science or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 or more years of relevant experience in government affairs, regulatory affairs or public policy within the MENA region.
• Prior experience working with or within government institutions is strongly preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of the regulatory and political landscapes across key MENA markets.
• Proven negotiation and advocacy capabilities.
• Excellent Written and Verbal communication skills in both English and Arabic.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multiple stakeholder projects under tight deadlines.