Associate Manager – Government Relations (UAE National Only)

Job Purpose

To manage and strengthen relationships with government partners, coordinate regulatory and awareness workshops with Business Groups and Business Councils, and act as a central focal point for government-related data requests, engagements, and regulatory facilitation activities.

Government Relations & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for federal and Dubai Government entities engaging with Dubai Chambers and BGBCs.
• Manage and maintain effective working relationships with key government partners, including but not limited to CDA and DET.
• Facilitate coordination between government entities and relevant Business Groups and Councils.

Workshops & Awareness Sessions Management

• Plan, coordinate, and manage the annual calendar of regulatory, awareness, and consultation workshops organized for government entities.
• Liaise with internal teams, Business Groups, and Councils to confirm participation and content alignment.
• Oversee end-to-end logistics for government workshops, including invitations, marketing coordination, RSVPs, venues, and operational arrangements.

Data Requests & Reporting

• Coordinate and manage structured data requests from government entities (e.g. sectoral challenges, industry insights, and feedback from Business Groups).
• Ensure accurate consolidation, validation, and timely submission of requested information.
• Prepare post-workshop reports capturing outcomes, key insights, attendance, and participation metrics.

Regulatory & Licensing Facilitation

• Manage the relationship with CDA and DET to facilitate processes related to license renewals, NOCs, and regulatory approvals (e.g. banking-related requirements).
• Act as a coordination point between internal stakeholders and government entities to ensure smooth and timely processing.

Governance & Continuous Improvement

• Track trends, demand patterns, and recurring regulatory topics to support future planning and capacity forecasting.
• Propose process improvements and structured engagement models to manage increasing demand efficiently.

Qualifications & Experience:

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy, Government Relations, International Relations, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline.

Minimum Experience and Skills

• 4–5 years of relevant experience in government liaison, corporate affairs, business relations, policy support, or stakeholder coordination.
• Experience supporting workshops, awareness sessions, or stakeholder events.
• Familiarity with government engagement protocols and regulatory environments in Dubai/UAE.
• Experience preparing reports, summaries, and engagement outcomes.