Job Code: 4435Job Title: Government Liaison ManagerLocation: Abu DhabiClient: Government Entity (Direct hire)Experience: 3+ yearsWorking days: 5 daysEducation: Bachelor’s degreeA Government Liaison Manager who is responsible for managing the organization’s relationships with government agencies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and navigating the political and legal landscape to support the company’s objectives. This role involves acting as the key point of contact between the company and government entities, advocating for the organization’s interests while ensuring alignment with local laws and policies.Key Responsibilities:
Handling communications and correspondences with various companies and authorities with regards to any project requirements. Ensure insert all the info. & the unit docs. In ADM system and follow up until the completion of the registration certificate of client unit.
Arabic and English letters with authorities & arrange meetings with authorities, obtain approvals and permits for any project request.
Coordinate with the development team and the consultants to obtain schematic and geographic plans to receive approvals from DMT on any modifications on the master plans or the projects.
Provide the required information to the development team in coordination with the consultants to carry out the steps and procedures used in the government departments to provide the updated plans.
New projects for off plan sale registration are in the pipeline of the registration, working in parallel with the development team to be in advance stage of the registration.
Complete the marketing registration process smoothly, provide assistance via customer registration in ADM system, pay the fees and send the marketing registration certificate and the receipts to other departments.
Following with the consultant/ADM to expedite the consultant approvals to allow for early project registration Develop and maintain strong relationships with key government officials, regulators, and agencies.
Represent the company in meetings, hearings, and negotiations with governmental bodies. Ensure the organization’s compliance with all local, regional, and national laws and regulations.
Monitor government policies, legislative changes, and political developments that could impact the business. Advise internal teams on government regulations, permits, and requirements relevant to the business.
Coordinate the preparation and submission of government-related documents, permits, and applications. Resolve any regulatory issues or obstacles with government agencies promptly. Prepare reports and updates on government relations activities for senior management.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business, Public Administration, Law, or a related field.
Proven experience in government relations, public affairs, or regulatory affairs. In-depth knowledge of local government regulations, policies, and procedures.
Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build relationships with government officials and stakeholders.
