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Senior Government Affairs & Policy Advisor (Arabic-Speaking) - Gulf Region

mind-friendJacksonville, Florida, United States
Hybrid Full-time $200K/yr - $200K/yr
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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

Essential RequirementsFluency in Arabic and EnglishBachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)5+ years of Project Management experienceExperience in Gulf nations (Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia)Understanding of Middle East geopoliticsExperience with government-related businessStrong writing and research skillsAbility to communicate effectively with high-level stakeholdersWillingness to travel internationallyProfessional discretion and cultural awarenessPreferred QualificationsFluency in additional languagesNetwork within Gulf regulatory bodies

About the role

Location: Hybrid (International)

Travel: Frequent – Must be able to travel with 24 hours’ notice

Compensation: USD $200K + Bonus Top-tier salary + all travel expenses covered

We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Senior Government Affairs & Policy Advisor with fluency in Arabic and English to be the key strategic liaison between our European clients and stakeholders in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations.

This role demands a unique combination of advanced project management skills, geopolitical insight, and adaptability to navigate the intricacies of government-related business operations.

Please note that this position is not entry-level. All requirements listed below are mandatory unless stated otherwise.

Requirements

Candidates who do not meet all of the following criteria will not be considered:

Essential Requirements

  • Complete fluency in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and reading at a professional level)
  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)
  • A minimum of 5 years’ proven experience as a Project Manager
  • Demonstrated professional experience working in Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and/or Saudi Arabia
  • Strong understanding of Middle East geopolitics and regional sensitivities
  • Proven experience in managing government-related or government-adjacent business within the Gulf region
  • Exceptional writing, research, and briefing capabilities
  • Adept at managing high-level communications between European stakeholders and Gulf counterparts
  • Must be able to travel internationally with 24 hours’ notice
  • Highly discreet, professional, and culturally aware

Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficiency in additional languages beyond Arabic and English.
  • Established network within Gulf state regulatory or governmental bodies.

Core Responsibilities

    • Lead strategic projects between European clients and Gulf-based stakeholders
    • Manage cross-border communications and stakeholder alignment
    • Prepare high-level briefing papers, research notes, and strategic reports
    • Navigate government processes and institutional protocols in the Gulf region
    • Ensure projects are delivered on time and aligned with geopolitical realities
    • Represent the organization in senior meetings when required

Benefits

Top-Tier Salary: (USD $ 200,000+ Annually) Plus Bonus and all travel expenses covered.

About mind-friend

mind-friend is a forward-thinking organization dedicated to fostering international collaboration and understanding. Our mission is to bridge the gap between European and Gulf stakeholders, ensuring smooth and effective project execution in complex governmental environments.

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