Government Relationship Manager at ENGIE

ENGIE; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

ENGIE IMEA in Dubai seeks a Government Relationship Manager to develop and maintain relationships with government authorities and to facilitate permitting and planning for Abu Dhabi projects. The role is on-site and permanent, reporting to the AMEA region based in Dubai.

The position requires planning and leading meetings with municipalities and agencies, coordinating with project teams, and securing licenses and permits while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in government relations or similar roles with Abu Dhabi government entities.
• Excellent written and spoken English and Arabic communication.
• Knowledge of UAE laws, CICPA processes and project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Strategically develop and maintain relationships with government authorities to facilitate permitting and planning for Abu Dhabi projects.
• Plan and lead meetings with municipalities, local authorities and agencies; develop and follow up on approvals.
• Coordinate between Engie project teams and authorities; arrange licenses, permits, and events.
• Plan and manage government relations activities to ensure compliance and smooth project delivery.

Skills

English language

Arabic language

Communication

Public relations

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration/communication/legal or related field

Job description

Government Relationship Manager at ENGIE in Dubai, DU, AE. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. Government Relationship Manager ENGIE group is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. Together with our 96,000 employees, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are committed to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally friendly solutions. Inspired by our purpose (“raison d’être”), we reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on our key businesses (gas, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers. ENGIE’s Business Unit for the Asia Middle East and Africa (AMEA) region is headquartered in Dubai. The region has activities in large scale power generation, water desalination, district cooling, energy solutions and renewables including green hydrogen, wind and solar. We act throughout the value chain: strategy, design, engineering, energy-efficient asset construction, digital platforms, operations management, financing syndication and outcome assurance. And, by using globally leading technologies, we create innovative energy and smart solutions that help to make the world a better place.

About the job

• Business Line: AMEA
• Primary Location: UAE
• Employee Status: Permanent
• Schedule: Full Time

Key activities and competencies

• Strategic: Develop and maintain relationships with government authorities to facilitate smooth permitting and planning of Abu Dhabi projects.
• Operational: Plan and lead meetings with municipalities, local authorities and agencies. Develop and follow up specific applications and approvals.
• Organizational: Coordinate between Engie project team and local authorities, government and agencies.
• Planning & Delivery of Work: Plan and manage government relations activities, including securing special licenses and permits. Coordinate with relevant agencies to arrange in-house and external events, meetings, and other functions.

Key relationships

• Internal: Project teams (BD, construction, legal, HR departments)
• External: Governmental and non-governmental authorities, specifically Abu Dhabi and Al Ain municipality authorities. Other agencies and advisors, contractors, customs and permitting authorities.

Required Qualifications

• Higher Diploma/Bachelor's degree in business administration, communication, legal or a related field.
• Experience: At least five years of experience working as a Relationship Manager or in a similar role in the Abu Dhabi governmental or government related entities. Project and construction related experience dealing with key stakeholders and ensuring administrative steps are dealt with timely and efficiently. Proven experience in public relations and a strong understanding of project documents and local UAE laws.
• Knowledge and Skills: Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English and Arabic. In-depth understanding of office management procedures and departmental and legal policies. Proficiency with UAE government processes (including familiarity with CICPA processes) Understanding of complex project structure with multiparty and involving international and local stakeholders. Understanding of typical construction related issues with an ability to preempt and resolve issues when they arise

Additional Information

• UAE national only, Abu Dhabi Business Unit: GBU Renewables & Flexible Power Division: R&B AMEA - Middle-East & North Africa
• Legal Entity: INTERNATIONAL POWER S.A., DUBAI BRANCH
• Company Name: ENGIE IMEA
• Minimum Base Salary:
• Maximum Base Salary:
• Pay Basis:

Why this matters to us

Our organisation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer reasonable accommodations upon request for individuals with disabilities.