Keeta

Head Of Government Affairs

Manama, BahrainPosted 1 months ago

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Salary
AED 58k–117k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Senior
Field
Executive & Management
Work mode
On site

About the role

Responsibilities: 1. Develop and implement a countrywide government affairs strategy aligned with business priorities. 2. Build and maintain relationships with key government stakeholders at the countrywide, regional, and municipal levels. 3. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, providing actionable insights to internal teams. 4. Advocate for policies that foster innovation while mitigating risks to operations. 5. Collaborate with legal, communications, and business teams to align government outreach with company goals. 6. Represent Keeta in industry associations, public forums, and policy dialogues. 7. Proactively address potential regulatory challenges and crisis scenarios. 8. Support the growth of cross-functional teams by providing regulatory guidance in early-stage initiatives. Requirements: 1. 8+ years in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory roles, preferably in tech, telecom, or digital services. 2. Deep understanding of countrywide political dynamics and legislative processes. 3. Established network with government institutions and policymakers. 4. Strong analytical skills to translate complex regulations into business impacts. 5. Proven ability to work independently in unstructured environments. 6. Exceptional communication skills in English and the local language; fluency in Arabic is a plus. 7. Advanced degree in Public Policy, Law, Political Science, or related field preferred. Highlights: 1. Opportunity to shape Keeta's foundational government strategy in a critical market. 2. Flexibility to innovate in a lean, mission-driven team. 3. Competitive compensation and equity package. 4. Cross-functional exposure to global operations.

Requirements

  • 1. 8+ years in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory roles, preferably in tech, telecom, or digital services.
  • 2. Deep understanding of countrywide political dynamics and legislative processes.
  • 3. Established network with government institutions and policymakers.
  • 4. Strong analytical skills to translate complex regulations into business impacts.
  • 5. Proven ability to work independently in unstructured environments.
  • 6. Exceptional communication skills in English and the local language; fluency in Arabic is a plus.
  • 7. Advanced degree in Public Policy, Law, Political Science, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

  • 1. Develop and implement a countrywide government affairs strategy aligned with business priorities.
  • 2. Build and maintain relationships with key government stakeholders at the countrywide, regional, and municipal levels.
  • 3. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, providing actionable insights to internal teams.
  • 4. Advocate for policies that foster innovation while mitigating risks to operations.
  • 5. Collaborate with legal, communications, and business teams to align government outreach with company goals.
  • 6. Represent Keeta in industry associations, public forums, and policy dialogues.
  • 7. Proactively address potential regulatory challenges and crisis scenarios.
  • 8. Support the growth of cross-functional teams by providing regulatory guidance in early-stage initiatives.

Skills

  • government affairs
  • public policy
  • regulatory affairs
  • stakeholder management
  • policy analysis
  • regulatory guidance
  • policy advocacy
  • cross-functional collaboration
  • crisis management
  • regulatory monitoring
  • legal liaison
  • communication in English
  • Arabic language (bonus)

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