Regional Director, Government Relations (MENA)

Boeing; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is looking for a Regional Director of Government Relations (MENA) in Abu Dhabi. This role focuses on coordinating advocacy efforts and managing telecommunications policy for regulatory and licensing interests. Candidates must have a minimum of five years' experience in government relations related to telecommunications or defense. Strong English communication skills are essential, while Arabic proficiency is a plus. The role emphasizes relationship management and cross-cultural collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of government relations experience with telecommunications or radio frequency spectrum.
• Experience in government affairs, preferably related to telecommunications or defense.
• Ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Represent Boeing's interests on telecommunications policy before government agencies.
• Support advocacy efforts in regional telecommunications groups.
• Establish and maintain contact with internal stakeholders regarding regulations.

Skills

Government relations experience

Telecommunications regulations knowledge

English language proficiency

Cross-cultural communication

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Regional Director Government Relations (MENA)

Company: Boeing International Corporation Abu Dhabi

The position develops coordinates and implements advocacy on behalf of the Boeing Company's telecommunications and radio frequency spectrum policy regulatory and licensing business interests in Europe, Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

The role requires high‑level knowledge of telecommunications navigation and surveillance systems and technologies, with the ability to become an expert in international telecommunications radio regulations, government affairs, and regulatory processes in different countries.

The position requires the ability to establish relationships with key telecommunications regulatory and policy officials at the national, regional, and international levels, and to work closely and develop coalitions with industry leaders and associations. A passion for aviation, satellite and defense interests is highly desirable.

Scope of Responsibilities

• Represent Boeings interests on telecommunications policy and licensing issues before government agencies, international and intergovernmental organizations, trade and industry associations within the assigned geographic area.
• Specifically support Boeings advocacy efforts before the European Conference of Postal and Telecommunications Administrations (CEPT) and the Arab Spectrum Management Group (ASMG) as well as in regional satellite and aviation‑related telecommunications and radio frequency spectrum groups.
• As needed obtain telecommunications licenses and authorizations in support of Boeing programs, products and services.
• Establish and maintain close contact with internal engineering and business leaders to understand their regulatory and policy requirements, particularly Boeing leadership in Europe, the Middle East and North Africa.
• Write concise internal memos, external regulatory filings and presentations to internal and external executive level audiences; experience explaining complex technical issues to a non‑technical audience.
• Work with all groups within the organization being responsive to requests for support in a timely manner.
• Work on multiple parallel issues; demonstrated English language and writing skills and the ability to work closely with a small remote team are critical to success in this position. Arabic language ability is advantageous.

External Relationship Management

• External relationships and influence are critical to this position. The ability to work across cultures and diverse teams to find solutions to complex technical and regulatory problems is a large part of this position. The person in this position must have sufficient contacts and the ability to develop contacts and relationships in Europe, the Middle East and North Africa.
• The ability to successfully advocate on behalf of Boeing spectrum initiatives across a range of satellite, defense, commercial space and aviation projects.
• It is critical the candidate can develop and maintain professional relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.

Basic Qualifications Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of government relations experience with telecommunications or radio frequency spectrum regulatory and policy issues.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working in government affairs, preferably on telecommunications, radio frequency spectrum, aviation, satellite or defense issues.
• English language proficiency (both written and spoken) is required.
• Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Advanced degree preferred.
• Arabic language proficiency (both written and spoken) is preferred.

Typical Education/Experience

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (Bachelors degree) and typically 5 years of experience related work experience as a minimum.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

This requisition is for an international locally hired position in Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S.-based payroll and will commensurate with experience and qualifications and in accordance with the applicable local law.

Employment is subject to the candidate's ability to satisfy local labor and immigration formalities.

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Not Applicable

Security Clearance

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer willing to sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Arab Emirates)

Required Experience

Director