MindFriend Pro is hiring a Arabic-Speaking Senior Government Affairs & Policy Advisor (Gulf). This role acts as the senior strategic lead and key communicator between our European clients and stakeholders across the GCC. You'll need high-level project management skills, geopolitical savvy, and extreme operational flexibility to navigate complex government-related business environments and ensure seamless execution of international initiatives.
What You'll Do
- Lead strategic projects between European clients and Gulf-based stakeholders.
- Manage cross-border communications and stakeholder alignment.
- Prepare high-level briefing papers, research notes, and strategic reports.
- Navigate government processes and institutional protocols in the Gulf region.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time and aligned with geopolitical realities.
- Represent the organisation in senior meetings when required.
What We're Looking For
- Complete professional fluency in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and reading).
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s preferred.
- Minimum 5 years’ proven experience as a Project Manager.
- Demonstrated professional experience working in Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and/or Saudi Arabia.
- Strong understanding of Middle East geopolitics and regional sensitivities.
- Proven experience handling government-related or government-adjacent business in the Gulf region.
- Exceptional writing, research, and briefing capabilities.
- Ability to manage high-level communications between European stakeholders and Gulf counterparts.
- Able to travel internationally with 24 hours’ notice.
- Highly discreet, professional, and culturally aware.
Nice to Have
- Fluency in additional languages beyond Arabic and English.
- Established network within Gulf state regulatory or governmental bodies.
Benefits & Compensation
- Top-Tier Salary: USD $200,000+ Annually plus Bonus.
- Full Expense Coverage: All business travel and logistical expenses are fully paid.
- Hybrid Environment: A flexible working model combining remote work with essential on-site presence.
- Professional Prestige: Work within a high-stakes, international professional environment at the intersection of European and Gulf commerce.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid position with an international scope.
MindFriend Pro provides equal employment opportunities.
