Director, Middle East Government Affairs

Salesforce; Dubai; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Government Affairs Director to lead their engagement with government officials in the Middle East. This pivotal role involves developing strategies to foster relationships with key stakeholders, advocating for policies that support the tech sector, and ensuring compliance with regional laws. The ideal candidate will bring over a decade of experience in government or industry, a robust network in GCC countries, and fluency in both English and Arabic. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to driving digital transformation and making a positive impact in the region.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in government, industry, or consulting, ideally in tech policy.
• Strong network with senior government contacts in GCC countries.

Responsibilities

• Develop government relations strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Build relationships with officials and advocate for Salesforce's interests.

Skills

Government Relations Strategy

Stakeholder Engagement

Policy Discussions

Compliance

Political Analysis

Communication Skills

Fluency in English and Arabic

Job description

Apply remote type: Office - Flexible locations in United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 5 Days Ago
Job requisition id: JR288351

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Job Category : Global Affairs

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Location : This role is based in KSA and is open to candidates already based there or willing to relocate.

Position Overview

We are seeking a government affairs professional based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to join Salesforce’s EMEA Government Affairs team. The Middle-East Government Affairs Director will report to the Head of EMEA Government Affairs. This team leads Salesforce’s engagement with government officials, legislators, regulators, and political stakeholders, shaping public policy positions. The role involves building and expanding Salesforce’s interactions with government entities across the Middle East, ensuring recognition as the #1 CRM AI Enterprise and a trusted partner in digital transformation.

Responsibilities

• Government Relations Strategy: Develop and implement a government relations strategy aligned with Salesforce’s regional business objectives, fostering relationships with senior officials in GCC countries.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with government officials, policymakers, and industry groups to advocate for Salesforce’s interests and participate in relevant forums.
• Policy Discussions: Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, advise senior management, and represent Salesforce in meetings and industry events, advocating for policies that support tech sector growth.
• Compliance: Collaborate internally to ensure regional activities comply with laws and regulations, providing guidance on compliance issues.
• Values: Contribute to Salesforce’s Impact Program and the 1-1-1 model initiatives in the Middle East.
• Internal Collaboration: Work with legal, PR, and business teams to coordinate external and government affairs strategies, providing counsel on public policy and geopolitical issues.

Minimum Qualifications

• Over 10 years of relevant experience in government, industry, consulting, or think tanks, preferably in technology policy.
• Active network of senior government contacts in Middle East countries, especially GCC states.
• Fluent in English and Arabic, both written and spoken.
• Deep understanding of local business and political environments.
• Knowledge of tech policy issues such as privacy, security, AI, data, and trade.
• Willingness to learn continuously about evolving technology landscapes.
• Alignment with Salesforce’s values of trust, customer success, innovation, and equality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Self-motivated, results-oriented, independent worker with a service-minded attitude.
• Strong political, analytical, and communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Experience with multinational corporations and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and travel across the Middle East region.

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