About the job
Location: Hybrid (International)
Travel: Frequent – Must be able to travel with 24 hours’ notice
Compensation: USD $200K + Bonus Top-tier salary + all travel expenses covered
We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Senior Government Affairs & Policy Advisor with fluency in Arabic and English to be the key strategic liaison between our European clients and stakeholders in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations.
This role demands a unique combination of advanced project management skills, geopolitical insight, and adaptability to navigate the intricacies of government-related business operations.
Please note that this position is not entry-level. All requirements listed below are mandatory unless stated otherwise.
Requirements
Candidates who do not meet all of the following criteria will not be considered:
Essential Requirements
- Complete fluency in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and reading at a professional level)
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)
- A minimum of 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 in managing government-related or government-adjacent business within the Gulf region
- Exceptional writing, research, and briefing capabilities
- Adept at managing high-level communications between European stakeholders and Gulf counterparts
- Must be able to travel internationally with 24 hours’ notice
- Highly discreet, professional, and culturally aware
Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in additional languages beyond Arabic and English.
- Established network within Gulf state regulatory or governmental bodies.
Core Responsibilities
- 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 organization in senior meetings when required
Benefits
Top-Tier Salary: (USD $ 200,000+ Annually) Plus Bonus and all travel expenses covered.

