Public Affairs Specialist

5 days ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Kaspersky Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Public Affairs Specialist to lead our efforts in engaging with key stakeholders in the META region. This pivotal role requires strong leadership and management skills, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

The successful candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in a technology company, think tank, public affairs consultancy, or government sector. A degree in Law, International Relations, Information Technology, or Public Policy is also required.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Identify and develop trusted relationships with key institutional stakeholders, regulators, think tanks, NGOs, public sector agencies, academia, and others in the META region.
  2. Manage the local public affairs team and coordinate the agencies' work in the region.
  3. Represent the company at high-profile meetings with external stakeholders and public events.
  4. Monitor relevant policies across markets and deliver data-driven analytical reports and advice to internal stakeholders.
  5. Shape the company's external narrative on legislative initiatives in areas such as cybersecurity, IoT, Industry 4.0, critical infrastructure protection, data protection, and AI regulation.
  6. Support the company's involvement in forums and events, and foster relationships with public institutions, industry representatives, and partners.
  7. Apply strategies to advance the company's thought leadership goals.
  8. Advise the company on navigating regulations and global developments, managing trade-offs, and supporting decision-making processes.
  9. Facilitate participation in major cybersecurity awareness initiatives and public-private collaboration projects.

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