Government Affairs Manager, Nigeria
Core
Lead government engagement and public-sector pathways for Zipline's drone delivery operations in Nigeria, building relationships with national and subnational leaders to navigate policy and approvals.
Role type
Government Affairs Manager (Public Sector)
Builds
Market entry pathways, government partnerships, and regulatory compliance for autonomous logistics in Nigeria
Domain
Logistics / Public Policy / Government Relations
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Government affairs strategy, stakeholder mapping, policy analysis, political risk assessment, negotiation, briefing, relationship building, procurement process navigation
Preferred skills
Fluency in Yoruba, Hausa, or Igbo, experience with state government approval processes
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Set government engagement strategy mapping federal, state, and local stakeholders; build relationships with ministries, agencies, and traditional leaders; monitor non-aviation laws and policy developments; assess political and institutional risks; prepare stakeholder briefs and talking points; track engagement progress and commitments; represent Zipline with sound judgment; partner with Commercial Director on state opportunities; map decision-makers and procurement routes; plan Governor-level engagements; monitor policy changes affecting commercial opportunities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
