Position Summary
We are looking for a Government Relations and CSR Manager to join our Global Relations department to:
To develop and enhance the relationship of Samsung with the governments across MENA region in order to pro-actively identify, assess, and manage risks and opportunities resulting from governments activities, policies and regulations. Ultimately, contribute to the development of a conducive policy environment which enables Samsung to prosper and grow in the MENA region.
Plan and operate social responsibility activities and sustainability initiatives to respond to potential business risks preemptively and enhance corporate reputation. Contributes to make social development by doing a role as a corporate citizen and proceeding impactful social responsibility activities.
Role and Responsibilities

Pro-active Monitoring and Analysis:

• Prepare Weekly Policy monitoring report to inform the Samsung leadership about government developments across the MENA region
• Prepare Ad hoc detailed analysis on specific issues relevant for Samsung
• Assess policies, laws, regulations, movements of key people, and any other developments, to identify risks and business opportunities which could affect Samsung’s operations in MENA region
• Collect information on public investments and strategic projects in order to identify B2G and B2B opportunities across MENA

• Maintain up-to-date policy sensing and monitoring dashboard on key areas: taxation, employment, environment, trade, digital economy, product standardization, data privacy, business operations.

  Stakeholder Engagement and Networking:

• Assess on a regular basis the roles and influences of key stakeholders in MENA region

• Develop high-level engagement plan to build relationship with key stakeholders
• Engage directly with government officials on urgent issues affecting company’s operations
• Provide government relations and external affairs advice for identified projects across the MENA region
• Support the business in thinking strategically about how to unlock new engagement opportunities
• Maintain political awareness in relevant MENA countries, including UAE / KSA, Egypt, Morocco, and changing geopolitical dynamics that impact the region
• Prepare government relations communications and materials for stakeholder engagement

Advocacy:

• Engage with Samsung colleagues at country level to implement effectively these advocacy plans
• Represent Samsung in forums across MENA to share perspectives on key policy and regulatory issues
• Support subsidiaries to develop advocacy plans to drive forward yearly engagement strategies

Internal and external communication across MENA

• Build crisis management and strategic communications capabilities to communicate with government stakeholders if needed
• Provide strategic guidance and operational support to subsidiaries and relevant colleagues in MENA
• Work closely with HR and PR teams in creating newsletter articles for MENA newsletter, Global newsletter, Social media accounts, and Global CSR website.
• Own relationships with other teams throughout the company, including Marketing, Legal, General Affairs, CSR, and others

Skills and Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in international companies, consulting firms, institutions at public sectors
• Previous strong background across MENA region, UAE, KSA, Turkey, Egypt, Morocco, Jordan, etc.
• Prior experience across technology, FMCG, highly regulated industry and / or public affairs advisory side a plus
• High analytical skills capable of reviewing and developing white papers, advocacy positions, and economic / geopolitical analysis
• Hands-on expertise and knowledge on public policy development, advocacy, and public affairs initiatives
• Strong network with Dubai and Abu Dhabi governments as well as those in other priority countries
• Experience in developing and implementing GR strategy, plans and activities
• Knowledge in policy and regulations assessment
• Ability to coach and support senior leaders on public speaking and stakeholder engagement opportunities
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation) especially with public sector
• Excellent problem solving skills with impeccable attention to detail
• University degree in reputable university, Master degree is plus
• A strong track record of balancing a corporate controllership with significant ad hoc project experience
• Ability to work diligently, manage strict deadlines, and summarize complex issue in a clear and concise way

Please refer the Job description for details