arabic-speaking senior government affairs & policy advisor (gulf)

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arabic-speaking senior government affairs & policy advisor (gulf) Jobs in Jeddah

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Mind Friend PRO

Location: Hybrid (International)
 Travel: Frequent – Must be able to travel with 24 hours’ notice
 Compensation: USD $200K + Bonus + Commission Top-tier salary + all travel expenses covered
 
Important: Read Before Applying: 
This is not an academic, research, or entry-level policy role.
 We are seeking a senior professional with direct, hands-on experience working with governments, sovereign wealth funds, or government-related investment and financial institutions in the GCC region.
 Candidates without practical government or sovereign-level experience will not be considered.
 
Role Overview: 
We are appointing a senior-level advisor to act as a strategic liaison between European stakeholders and government or sovereign entities across the Gulf region.
 
This role requires: 
<ul>
<li>Real operational experience inside or alongside government</li>
<li>Established relationships within sovereign or ministerial circles</li>
<li>Strong geopolitical judgement</li>
<li>Ability to navigate high-level institutional environments</li>
</ul>
This position is not entry-level. All requirements listed below are mandatory unless stated otherwise.:
 
Requirements: 
Candidates who do not meet all of the following criteria will not be considered::
 
Mandatory Requirements (Non-Negotiable): 
Applicants must demonstrate: 
<ul>
<li>Minimum 5–10 years senior-level experience</li>
<li>Direct experience working:</li>
<li>Inside a government ministry (GCC preferred), OR</li>
<li>For a sovereign wealth fund, OR</li>
<li>For a government-related investment authority, OR</li>
<li>Within financial, trade, energy, defence, or commerce authorities</li>
<li>Demonstrated professional experience working in Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and/or Saudi Arabia</li>
<li>Proven exposure to decision-making environments at senior institutional level</li>
<li>Experience managing relationships with:</li>
<li>Sovereign wealth funds</li>
<li>Ministries</li>
<li>Government investment bodies</li>
<li>Financial regulators</li>
<li>Energy or defence authorities</li>
<li>Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and reading at professional level)</li>
<li>Minimum Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)</li>
<li>Ability to travel internationally within 24 hours’ notice</li>
<li>Highly discreet, professional, and culturally aware</li>
<li>Ability to manage high-level communications between European stakeholders and Gulf counterparts</li>
</ul>
Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.:
 
Additional Advantage: 
<ul>
<li>Fluency in additional languages beyond Arabic and English.</li>
<li>Established network within Gulf state regulatory or governmental bodies.</li>
<li>Existing relationships within GCC sovereign institutions</li>
<li>Background in investments, finance, trade, defence, or energy sectors</li>
<li>Experience managing politically sensitive cross-border matters</li>
<li>Established credibility within government-linked entities</li>
</ul>
Profiles We Are Seeking: 
We are interested in professionals who have: 
<ul>
<li>Worked at senior level within a GCC ministry</li>
<li>Held roles in sovereign wealth funds (e.g., investment, strategy, international partnerships)</li>
<li>Operated in government-backed investment platforms</li>
<li>Managed cross-border institutional or state-linked projects</li>
<li>Served in senior advisory roles to ministers, boards, or sovereign institutions</li>
</ul>
Profiles We Are NOT Seeking: 
<ul>
<li>Academic researchers without government operational exposure</li>
<li>Entry-level policy analysts</li>
<li>Construction or infrastructure project managers</li>
<li>Real estate project managers</li>
<li>Junior consultants without sovereign-level experience</li>
</ul>
Core Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Lead strategic engagement with government and sovereign stakeholders</li>
<li>Navigate institutional processes within GCC entities</li>
<li>Support cross-border investment and advisory discussions</li>
<li>Prepare executive-level briefing materials</li>
<li>Represent the organisation in high-level meetings when required</li>
<li>Maintain strict discretion and professional integrity</li>
</ul>
Application Requirement: 
In your application, you must clearly state: 
<ul>
<li>Government or sovereign entity you worked for</li>
<li>Your level of seniority</li>
<li>Nature of decision-making exposure</li>
<li>Countries of operation</li>
<li>Years of direct government-related experience</li>
</ul>
Applications that do not clearly demonstrate relevant government or sovereign experience will not proceed.
 
Benefits: 
Top-Tier Salary: (USD $ 200,000+ Annually) Plus Bonus a highly competitive compensation package.
 Full Expense Coverage: All business travel and logistical expenses are fully paid.
 Hybrid Environment: A flexible working model combining remote work with essential on-site presence.
 Professional Prestige: Work within a high-stakes, international professional environment at the intersection of European and Gulf commerce.

Arabic-Speaking Government & Sovereign Affairs Advisor

Location: Hybrid (International)
 Travel: Frequent – Must be able to travel with 24 hours’ notice
 Compensation: USD $200K + Bonus Top-tier salary + all travel expenses covered
 
We are seeking a highly disciplined, expert Senior Project Manager to serve as the primary strategic lead and communicator between our European clients and stakeholders across the GCC.
 This role requires a unique blend of high-level project management, geopolitical savvy, and extreme operational flexibility. You will be responsible for navigating complex government-related business environments and ensuring seamless execution of international initiatives.
 
This position is not entry-level. All requirements listed below are mandatory unless stated otherwise.:
 
Requirements: 
Candidates who do not meet all of the following criteria will not be considered::
 
Non-Negotiable Requirements: 
<ul>
<li>Complete fluency in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and reading at professional level)</li>
<li>Minimum Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)</li>
<li>Minimum 5 years’ proven experience as a Project Manager</li>
<li>Demonstrated professional experience working in Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and/or Saudi Arabia</li>
<li>Strong understanding of Middle East geopolitics and regional sensitivities</li>
<li>Proven experience handling government-related or government-adjacent business in the Gulf region</li>
<li>Exceptional writing, research, and briefing capabilities</li>
<li>Ability to manage high-level communications between European stakeholders and Gulf counterparts</li>
<li>Able to travel internationally with 24 hours’ notice</li>
<li>Highly discreet, professional, and culturally aware</li>
</ul>
Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
 
Preferred Qualifications: 
<ul>
<li>Fluency in additional languages beyond Arabic and English.</li>
<li>Established network within Gulf state regulatory or governmental bodies.</li>
</ul>
Core Responsibilities
 <ul>
<li>Lead strategic projects between European clients and Gulf-based stakeholders</li>
<li>Manage cross-border communications and stakeholder alignment</li>
<li>Prepare high-level briefing papers, research notes, and strategic reports</li>
<li>Navigate government processes and institutional protocols in the Gulf region</li>
<li>Ensure projects are delivered on time and aligned with geopolitical realities</li>
<li>Represent the organisation in senior meetings when required</li>
</ul>
Benefits: 
Top-Tier Salary: (USD $ 200,000+ Annually) Plus Bonus a highly competitive compensation package.
 Full Expense Coverage: All business travel and logistical expenses are fully paid.
 Hybrid Environment: A flexible working model combining remote work with essential on-site presence.
 Professional Prestige: Work within a high-stakes, international professional environment at the intersection of European and Gulf commerce.

Arabic-Speaking Senior Government Affairs & Policy Advisor (Gulf)

MindFriend PRO

<div>
 
 Location:
 
 Hybrid (International)
 
 
 
 Travel:
 
 Frequent - Must be able to travel with 24 hours' notice
 
 
 
 Compensation:
 
 
 USD $200K
 
 
 + Bonus
 
 Top-tier salary + all travel expenses covered
 
 
 We are seeking a highly disciplined, expert
 
 Senior Project Manager
 
 to serve as the primary strategic lead and communicator between our European clients and stakeholders across the GCC.
 
 
 This role requires a unique blend of high-level project management, geopolitical savvy, and extreme operational flexibility. You will be responsible for navigating complex government-related business environments and ensuring seamless execution of international initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 This position is not entry-level. All requirements listed below are mandatory unless stated otherwise.
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Candidates who do not meet all of the following criteria will not be considered:
 
 
 
 
 Non-Negotiable Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Complete fluency in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and reading at professional level)
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred)
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 5 years' proven experience as a Project Manager
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated professional experience working in Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and/or Saudi Arabia
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of Middle East geopolitics and regional sensitivities
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience handling government-related or government-adjacent business in the Gulf region
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional writing, research, and briefing capabilities
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to manage high-level communications between European stakeholders and Gulf counterparts
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to travel internationally with 24 hours' notice
 </li>
 <li>
 Highly discreet, professional, and culturally aware
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
 
 
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Fluency in additional languages beyond Arabic and English
 </li>
 <li>
 Established network within Gulf state regulatory or governmental bodies
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Core Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead strategic projects between European clients and Gulf-based stakeholders
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage cross-border communications and stakeholder alignment
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare high-level briefing papers, research notes, and strategic reports
 </li>
 <li>
 Navigate government processes and institutional protocols in the Gulf region
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure projects are delivered on time and aligned with geopolitical realities
 </li>
 <li>
 Represent the organisation in senior meetings when required
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 
 Top-Tier Salary:
 
 (USD $ 200,000+ Annually) Plus Bonus a highly competitive compensation package.
 
 
 
 Full Expense Coverage:
 
 All business travel and logistical expenses are fully paid.
 
 
 
 Hybrid Environment:
 
 A flexible working model combining remote work with essential on-site presence.
 
 
 
 Professional Prestige:
 
 Work within a high-stakes, international professional environment at the intersection of European and Gulf commerce.
</div>

Mindfield Resources

<div>
 
 
 Our client :
 
 A leading consumer goods organization with a large, multi-location workforce is looking to hire an
 
 HR Business Partner
 
 to support its growing operations.
 
 
 
 Your Role
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Partner with business leaders to align people strategy with commercial and operational goals
 </li>
 <li>
 Act as a trusted advisor to management and employees across assigned geographies and functions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Use people data and business insight to design and implement effective HR policies and programs
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage the end-to-end employee lifecycle, including contracts, recruitment, and onboarding
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead complex employee relations cases, ensuring fair investigations and sound resolutions
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws and partner with legal teams as required
 </li>
 <li>
 Support organizational restructures, workforce planning, and succession initiatives
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Must Have
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 10+ years of HR experience in a large, fast-paced commercial organization with a sizeable workforce
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong hands-on experience with Saudi labor laws and local compliance requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Solid working knowledge across core HR disciplines, including ER, compensation, and performance management
 </li>
 <li>
 Professional qualification in Human Resources
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong stakeholder management skills and business-partnering mindset
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP / HR systems
 </li>
 <li>
 As per Saudization requirements this role is designated only for Saudis.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Human Resources Business Partner

Antal

Head of Sales &ndash; Technology Solutions (Saudi Arabia)One of our clients, a leading technology solutions provider in Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Head of Sales to drive commercial growth across its cloud, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital transformation portfolios.This senior leadership role requires strong expertise in solution-based selling and the ability to scale revenues across enterprise, SME, and public sector clients. The successful candidate will lead and inspire a high-performing sales organization, define strategic go-to-market initiatives, and position the company as a trusted digital transformation partner aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.Key ResponsibilitiesSales Leadership &amp; Strategy<ul><li>Define and execute the overall sales strategy across cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and consulting services.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and scale a results-driven sales team to exceed revenue and growth targets.</li><li>Develop and implement go-to-market strategies in collaboration with global Tier-1 technology partners.</li><li>Establish sales KPIs, performance tracking, and reporting frameworks.</li></ul>Business Development &amp; Market Expansion<ul><li>Drive revenue growth across enterprise, SME, and government sectors.</li><li>Manage full sales cycles from pipeline development through negotiation and deal closure.</li><li>Act as a trusted advisor to C-level stakeholders, promoting digital transformation as a business enabler.</li><li>Expand market presence through strategic alliances and partnerships.</li></ul>Client &amp; Partner Management<ul><li>Build and maintain long-term relationships with key clients and strategic partners.</li><li>Collaborate with cloud and technology vendors to deliver integrated, value-driven solutions.</li><li>Oversee high-quality proposals, tenders, and RFP responses.</li></ul>Sales Operations &amp; Enablement<ul><li>Oversee forecasting, pipeline management, and sales performance reporting.</li><li>Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and evolving client needs.</li><li>Work closely with technical, marketing, and delivery teams to ensure customer success.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Computer Engineering, or a related field (MBA preferred).</li><li>Minimum 10 years of sales experience, including 4+ years in a senior leadership role within ICT or technology solutions.</li><li>Proven success in selling cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise solutions.</li><li>Strong leadership experience building and managing high-performing sales teams.</li><li>Established network across Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s enterprise, SME, and public sector markets.</li><li>Strong understanding of solution-based selling and digital transformation initiatives.</li><li>Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written).</li></ul>SkillsHard Skills: Cloud &amp; AI Solutions, Cybersecurity, B2B Sales Strategy, Partner &amp; Channel Development, Market Analysis, Sales Forecasting, Contract NegotiationSoft Skills: Strategic Thinking, Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Communication, Negotiation, Problem-SolvingNote: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Job Type: Full-timePay: Up to ﷼30,000.00 per month

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