✨ AI Summary
This role involves managing government relations, regulatory compliance, and partner obligations for company operations in Syria. The Project Government Affairs Manager/Director will serve as the primary point of contact with government entities, ensuring smooth approvals, adherence to laws, and effective stakeholder engagement. Key responsibilities include building and maintaining relationships with government authorities, handling approvals and submissions, ensuring compliance with local laws and agreements, supporting negotiations, and monitoring regulatory changes.
Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 10 years of experience in government affairs, legal, or compliance, with a preference for experience in the energy, oil & gas, or infrastructure sectors. A strong understanding of the Syrian regulatory environment, coupled with skills in negotiation, influencing, risk assessment, and contract management, is crucial. Fluency in Arabic and English is required, as is the ability to work effectively in complex and sensitive environments.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 10 years of experience in government affairs, legal, or compliance, preferably within the energy, oil & gas, or infrastructure sectors. Knowledge of the Syrian regulatory environment is essential.
Description
Job SummaryManage government relations, regulatory compliance, and partner obligations for company operations in Syria. Act as the main point of contact with government entities, ensuring smooth approvals, compliance with laws, and effective stakeholder engagement.Job SummaryManage government relations, regulatory compliance, and partner obligations for company operations in Syria. Act as the main point of contact with government entities, ensuring smooth approvals, compliance with laws, and effective stakeholder engagement.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and manage relationships with government authorities and regulatory bodiesHandle approvals, permits, and official submissionsEnsure compliance with local laws and contractual agreements (PSAs, shareholder agreements)Support leadership in negotiations and government discussionsMonitor regulatory changes and assess risksCoordinate with internal teams on compliance and governance mattersPrepare reports on government affairs, compliance, and risksKey Skills & CompetenciesStrong government and stakeholder managementSolid understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworksContract management (especially PSAs / agreements)Negotiation and influencing skillsRisk assessment and problem-solvingHigh integrity and ethical standardsStrong communication skills (Arabic & English)Ability to work in complex and sensitive environmentsRequirementsBachelor's degree in a relevant fieldMinimum 10 years of experience in government affairs, legal, or complianceExperience in energy / oil & gas / infrastructure sectorsKnowledge of Syrian regulatory environment