Public Sector Affairs Expert

6 days ago


Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Startup Accelerator ™ Full time
Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Working Groups Affairs Senior Specialist to join our team at Startup Accelerator ™. The successful candidate will play a vital role in driving the Sector's objectives by managing and coordinating the activities of various working groups. This position requires a deep understanding of UAE's commercial environment, policy-making processes, and governance frameworks to align working group activities with organizational goals.

This is a mid-senior level full-time position that offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with a talented team of professionals. As a Senior Specialist, you will be responsible for providing strategic guidance to ensure working group activities align with organizational objectives and deliver measurable impact on broader goals.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Development and Alignment: Support the development and implementation of the Sector's strategy, including strategic initiatives such as the advocacy agenda and future-focused projects.
  • Governance and Process Management: Define and implement governance structures for working groups, including processes, procedures, and policies (e.g., internal regulations documents). Ensure working groups operate efficiently and effectively within established frameworks, maintaining accountability and clarity in roles and responsibilities.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration and Engagement: Build, strengthen, and maintain close relationships with Working Group chairs, members, and high-level stakeholders (e.g., government entities, industry leaders) to ensure working group effectiveness. Engage with diverse internal and external stakeholders to gather input, foster consensus, and advocate for working group objectives within the UAE context.
  • Policy Development and Advocacy: Leverage working group insights to draft well-researched policy proposals and recommendations for senior management and external stakeholders. Interpret laws and regulations, conduct policy research, and apply knowledge of policy-making and advocacy processes to support organizational goals.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, with proven expertise in strategy development and policy advocacy.
  • Experience in data analysis and UAE business environments is highly desirable.
  • Experience with Big4 is recommended.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Data Science, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to our employees, including:

  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment.
  • The opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals.
  • The chance to make a meaningful contribution to the organization's mission.


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