Director of Government Relations and Public Affairs
Core
Lead high-level government and public affairs engagement to support business expansion and strategic partnerships in the UAE energy sector.
Role type
Director of Government Relations and Public Affairs
Builds
Strategic partnerships with government entities, industry associations, and diplomatic bodies to influence policy and market positioning.
Domain
Energy transition, renewable energy, and government relations in the Middle East.
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Government stakeholder engagement, regulatory analysis, strategic partnership negotiation, crisis communication, public relations strategy, executive reporting, conflict resolution, market trend analysis.
Preferred skills
Knowledge of sustainability and energy transition sectors (cogeneration, desalination, renewable energy, energy storage), French language proficiency.
Technologies
Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain relationships with government entities and industry leaders; monitor regulatory developments and engage with policymakers; lead crisis communication initiatives; manage media engagement and public relations strategies; prepare executive reports on market insights and business metrics.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership
