Govt Relations & Partnerships Lead (Emirati Talent)

Mai Dubai™ Bottled Drinking Water; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Mai Dubai™ Bottled Drinking Water is seeking an experienced Head of Government Relations & Partnerships (Emirati Talent) to lead our government relations function and strengthen strategic partnerships across UAE federal, local and semi-government entities.

This senior role requires an established network, strong stakeholder engagement, and the ability to drive strategic business opportunities across Dubai and the UAE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Marketing or a related field. An MBA or Master's degree is an advantage.
• 10+ years of experience in government relations or business development involving government entities, including at least 3 years in a team management role.
• Strong knowledge of UAE government structures, vendor registration and procurement processes.
• An established network across Dubai and UAE government entities.
• Excellent stakeholder management, relationship-building, communication and presentation skills.
• Fluency in Arabic and English.
• Experience in FMCG or the water industry would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with UAE government authorities, federal and local entities, and semi-government organizations.
• Facilitate access to key decision-makers and create opportunities for Mai Dubai's Sales team through introductions and strategic engagements.
• Develop and execute the annual government relations plan, identifying target entities, stakeholders and potential business opportunities.
• Lead government vendor registrations, pre-qualification processes and monitor relevant procurement and tender opportunities.
• Represent Mai Dubai at government meetings, events and forums.
• Coordinate government-related approvals, permits, licenses and regulatory requirements.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of Government Relations professionals.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Relationship building

Communication

Presentation skills

Networking in government

Bilingual: Arabic & English

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

FMCG/Water industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Public Administration/Marketing

MBA or Master's degree (advantage)

10+ years in government relations or business development

Job description

Mai Dubai™ Bottled Drinking Water is seeking an experienced Head of Government Relations & Partnerships (Emirati Talent) to lead our government relations function and strengthen strategic partnerships across UAE federal, local and semi-government entities.

This senior role requires an established network, strong stakeholder engagement, and the ability to drive strategic business opportunities across Dubai and the UAE.