10 Advocacy jobs in Saudi Arabia
Head of Govt and Policy Advocacy MMEA
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The Head of Government and Policy Advocacy MEA will join a strengthened and dynamic Government and Policy Advocacy (GPA) team focused on enhancing Ericsson’s insight, access, and influence with policymakers. Our policy issues are focused on our business interests – wide-ranging, critical to customers, and at the heart of progress for society. We strive to influence policy early in its development and seed new policy ideas that may be required to support our company’s strategy and business objectives.
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About This Opportunity
The Head of Government and Policy Advocacy MEA will join a strengthened and dynamic Government and Policy Advocacy (GPA) team focused on enhancing Ericsson’s insight, access, and influence with policymakers. Our policy issues are focused on our business interests – wide-ranging, critical to customers, and at the heart of progress for society. We strive to influence policy early in its development and seed new policy ideas that may be required to support our company’s strategy and business objectives.
Reporting to the Regional Head, Government and Policy Advocacy, Europe / Middle East / Africa, you will develop and execute strategic government advocacy on Ericsson’s policy priorities and positions on a broad range of technology issues to support our business.
You will bring technology policy expertise as well as a strong understanding of the policy making process and external political and geopolitical context to help enable a telecommunications-friendly policy regime.
You will potentially manage at least one person and perhaps more. You will be prepared to travel in-country and internationally to meet business and GPA objectives.
What will you do?
The Head of Government and Policy Advocacy MEA will be responsible for:
- formulating and leading advocacy objectives on Ericsson business and policy priorities with government stakeholders.
- advising GPA colleagues and local business leadership in a strategic way on political, public affairs, economic and business issues.
- preparing verbal and written internal briefing materials for local, regional and global Ericsson executives.
- assessing and anticipating key market developments and public policy matters, and overseeing and coordinating external advocacy efforts, outreach programs and key initiatives.
- Engaging continuously with government and government influencers in the region to affect business objectives and policy change
- distilling and effectively communicating the significance of policy change on Ericsson’s business.
- effectively representing Ericsson’s interests in industry associations where Ericsson is a member.
- management skills, a teamworking ethos, curiosity and patience and a determination to succeed.
- Highly effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to comfortably interact at corporate and political levels.
- Ability to deliver factual, relevant talking points and other messaging and persuasively deliver messaging to relevant audiences.
- Experience in successfully managing multiple projects across cross-functional teams in a highly matrixed organisation.
- Ability to maintain the highest personal levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality, and integrity, including sensitivity to compliance risks related to interactions with government officials.
- Experience in identifying and understanding key technology issues in legislative and regulatory proposals, the business implications, and the ability to synthesize policy and advocacy documents for internal and external customers.
- Ability to think critically, process data from multiple sources, forecast potential scenarios and prioritize based on probability and desired outcome, and recommend the best course of action.
- Experience working within government, companies, or trade associations on public policy issues.
- A Bachelor’s degree is required. An advanced degree is also required in a relevant discipline (e.g., Law, Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Technology, Science, Engineering).
- 12+ years of experience in government or corporate public policy in the technology industry and with experience in digital policy (either within a tech vendor or operator environment, or in a government or regulator environment).
At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´ possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´l be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´l be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply?
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Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: Saudi Arabia (SA) | Riyadh
Req ID: 758658 Seniority level
- Seniority level Not Applicable
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Other
- Industries Telecommunications
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#J-18808-LjbffrHead of Govt and Policy Advocacy MMEA
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About This Opportunity
The Head of Government and Policy Advocacy MEA will join a strengthened and dynamic Government and Policy Advocacy (GPA) team focused on enhancing Ericsson's insight, access, and influence with policymakers. Our policy issues are focused on our business interests - wide-ranging, critical to customers, and at the heart of progress for society. We strive to influence policy early in its development and seed new policy ideas that may be required to support our company's strategy and business objectives.
Join our Team
About This Opportunity
The Head of Government and Policy Advocacy MEA will join a strengthened and dynamic Government and Policy Advocacy (GPA) team focused on enhancing Ericsson's insight, access, and influence with policymakers. Our policy issues are focused on our business interests - wide-ranging, critical to customers, and at the heart of progress for society. We strive to influence policy early in its development and seed new policy ideas that may be required to support our company's strategy and business objectives.
Reporting to the Regional Head, Government and Policy Advocacy, Europe / Middle East / Africa, you will develop and execute strategic government advocacy on Ericsson's policy priorities and positions on a broad range of technology issues to support our business.
You will bring technology policy expertise as well as a strong understanding of the policy making process and external political and geopolitical context to help enable a telecommunications-friendly policy regime.
You will potentially manage at least one person and perhaps more. You will be prepared to travel in-country and internationally to meet business and GPA objectives.
What will you do?
The Head of Government and Policy Advocacy MEA will be responsible for:
- formulating and leading advocacy objectives on Ericsson business and policy priorities with government stakeholders.
- advising GPA colleagues and local business leadership in a strategic way on political, public affairs, economic and business issues.
- preparing verbal and written internal briefing materials for local, regional and global Ericsson executives.
- assessing and anticipating key market developments and public policy matters, and overseeing and coordinating external advocacy efforts, outreach programs and key initiatives.
- Engaging continuously with government and government influencers in the region to affect business objectives and policy change
- distilling and effectively communicating the significance of policy change on Ericsson's business.
- effectively representing Ericsson's interests in industry associations where Ericsson is a member.
- management skills, a teamworking ethos, curiosity and patience and a determination to succeed.
- Highly effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to comfortably interact at corporate and political levels.
- Ability to deliver factual, relevant talking points and other messaging and persuasively deliver messaging to relevant audiences.
- Experience in successfully managing multiple projects across cross-functional teams in a highly matrixed organisation.
- Ability to maintain the highest personal levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality, and integrity, including sensitivity to compliance risks related to interactions with government officials.
- Experience in identifying and understanding key technology issues in legislative and regulatory proposals, the business implications, and the ability to synthesize policy and advocacy documents for internal and external customers.
- Ability to think critically, process data from multiple sources, forecast potential scenarios and prioritize based on probability and desired outcome, and recommend the best course of action.
- Experience working within government, companies, or trade associations on public policy issues.
- A Bachelor's degree is required. An advanced degree is also required in a relevant discipline (e.g., Law, Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Technology, Science, Engineering).
- 12+ years of experience in government or corporate public policy in the technology industry and with experience in digital policy (either within a tech vendor or operator environment, or in a government or regulator environment).
Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply?
Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.
Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: Saudi Arabia (SA) Riyadh
Req ID: 758658 Seniority level
- Seniority level Not Applicable
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Other
- Industries Telecommunications
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Public Policy Manger, KSA, AWS Global Public Policy
Posted 15 days ago
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Would you like to be part of a public policy team focused on increasing awareness and adoption of Amazon Web Services (AWS)* services cloud amongst enterprises, public sector and regulated industries (e.g., financial services and healthcare) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia? Do you have government affairs experience and have the technology public policy experience necessary to help further advance Amazon as a leading cloud platform provider in the Kingdom?
Amazon Web Services is the leading provider of cloud computing services, providing IT infrastructure offerings such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, database services and more. We are looking for a talented, innovative individual to represent AWS in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia before policymakers. The successful candidate will proactively build relationships with key policymakers, IT decision makers and executives in government and other relevant organizations and help prioritize international, national, and regional government public policy issues faced by AWS customers. You will address policy risks to AWS customers as well as advance strategic business opportunities and initiatives in the IT services industry. This position will also support AWS's participation in key business associations that are critical to advancing AWS public policy and business objectives. You will become familiar with all aspects of AWS's business, and interface directly with the business units in the region.
Key job responsibilities
This Riyadh-based government affairs and policy position, which will also participate in the Amazon Europe, Middle-East & Africa Public Policy team, shall:
- Develop, lead and implement Saudi Arabia government affairs advocacy objectives and policy/political priorities for Amazon Web Services (AWS);
- Represent key policy positions directly and through industry associations to the governments and local authorities to enable a transparent and innovation friendly regulatory environment for the growth of AWS customers;
- Work collaboratively and transparently with the AWS business units to ensure alignment between core business priorities, public policy goals and "go to market" strategies;
- Assess and communicate potential regulatory issues and government sector market segment (revenue) opportunities and threats, develop mitigation or enhancement strategies and policy positions, and coordinate external advocacy efforts, outreach programs and key initiatives in concert with AWS business objectives;
- Facilitate high-level meetings between AWS executives and key stakeholders, including senior government officials, regulators, industry association and alliance partners to promote and advocate the company's public policies;
- Determine, maintain and staff appropriate corporate membership opportunities in industry associations on behalf of AWS, and ensure appropriate utilization of high judgment, high integrity outside consultants.
The successful candidate must be inquisitive, enthusiastic about technology, enjoy working hard and being continually challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. The responsibilities require that candidates be willing and able to make frequent trips, within Saudi Arabia and the Middle-East.
Basic Qualifications
- 8 to 10 yrs experience representing a large company or organization (e.g. trade or industry association) on policy advocacy and government affairs matters with policymakers and government stakeholders at the national and local levels.
- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Law, Political Science, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Economic Development).
- Fluent in written and spoken English and Arabic.
- Maintain highest personal levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality and integrity, with a strong professional reputation in the industry.
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent understanding of the country's political landscape at a national, provincial and local level. Able to dive deep on political, legislative and regulatory trends that may impact AWS businesses, and to synthesize policy documents for internal and external customers.
- A strong understanding of IT issues in the country (such as cloud computing, Artificial Intelligence, cyber security, data protection, trade, taxes, and e-commerce).
- Demonstrated track-record of achieving meaningful changes to the legislative and regulatory environment through public policy advocacy.
- Highly effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. A strong track record of engaging with government ministries and agencies in ICT, financial services, health, energy regulators, and policy makers at the executive and working levels.
- Inquisitive, enthusiastic about technology, and able to demonstrate sound judgment in ambiguous situations.
- Effective research and analytical skills to develop and support policy positions.
- Effective time-management skills, including ability to prioritize and manage multiple workstreams.
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Faculty Position - Public Policy
Posted 16 days ago
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The KSPP is a newly established graduate school offering master’s and executive education programs. The first cohort of master’s students started in fall 2024. Located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on the modern KAPSARC campus, the KSPP provides an excellent educational environment.
The school aims to be a world-class institution that prepares future public policy leaders in Saudi Arabia and globally. It focuses on management and leadership, energy and climate policy, and data analytics, fostering skills to tackle policy challenges.
The KAPSARC School of Public Policy (KSPP) invites applications for a faculty position in public finance. We seek candidates with research, teaching, and outreach activities in public finance. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including support for children’s education, housing, and health insurance.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct impactful research, teach courses in your research field, contribute to core and elective courses, supervise capstone projects, and engage in the school’s academic community.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in economics with a specialization in public policy.
Faculty Position - Public Policy
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The KSPP is a newly established graduate school offering master's and executive education programs. The first cohort of master's students started in fall 2024. Located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on the modern KAPSARC campus, the KSPP provides an excellent educational environment.
The school aims to be a world-class institution that prepares future public policy leaders in Saudi Arabia and globally. It focuses on management and leadership, energy and climate policy, and data analytics, fostering skills to tackle policy challenges.
The KAPSARC School of Public Policy (KSPP) invites applications for a faculty position in public finance. We seek candidates with research, teaching, and outreach activities in public finance. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including support for children's education, housing, and health insurance.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct impactful research, teach courses in your research field, contribute to core and elective courses, supervise capstone projects, and engage in the school's academic community.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in economics with a specialization in public policy.
Faculty Position in Public Policy
Posted 26 days ago
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The KAPSARC School of Public Policy (KSPP) invites applications for a faculty position in public policy. We welcome candidates whose research, teaching, and outreach activities broadly focus on applied econometrics and public policy design topics.
The successful candidate will be expected to carry out impactful research, teach courses related to the candidate’s research field, contribute to core courses and/or electives in public policy design and evaluation, supervise capstone projects, and contribute to the overall academic environment of the School. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in public policy.
The KSPP is a newly established graduate school that offers master’s and executive education programs. The first cohort of master’s students commenced their graduate studies in the fall of 2024. Situated in the thriving capital city of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on the state-of-the-art KAPSARC campus, the KSPP is well-placed to offer students an exceptional educational experience.
The KSPP’s vision is to be a world-class education and research institution that prepares the next generation of public policy leaders and professionals within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and globally. To achieve this vision, the school is committed to providing high-quality educational programs and creating a bridge between academia, industry, and government. As the first public policy school in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the KSPP is uniquely positioned to offer public policy degrees focusing on management and leadership, energy and climate policy, and data analytics. By providing concentrations in these fields, the school aims to help students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to address pressing policy challenges and make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyon d.
The KSPP offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including children’s educational support, housing support, and premier health insurance.
#J-18808-LjbffrFaculty Position in Public Policy
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The KAPSARC School of Public Policy (KSPP) invites applications for a faculty position in public policy. We welcome candidates whose research, teaching, and outreach activities broadly focus on applied econometrics and public policy design topics.
The successful candidate will be expected to carry out impactful research, teach courses related to the candidate's research field, contribute to core courses and/or electives in public policy design and evaluation, supervise capstone projects, and contribute to the overall academic environment of the School. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in public policy.
The KSPP is a newly established graduate school that offers master's and executive education programs. The first cohort of master's students commenced their graduate studies in the fall of 2024. Situated in the thriving capital city of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on the state-of-the-art KAPSARC campus, the KSPP is well-placed to offer students an exceptional educational experience.
The KSPP's vision is to be a world-class education and research institution that prepares the next generation of public policy leaders and professionals within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and globally. To achieve this vision, the school is committed to providing high-quality educational programs and creating a bridge between academia, industry, and government. As the first public policy school in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the KSPP is uniquely positioned to offer public policy degrees focusing on management and leadership, energy and climate policy, and data analytics. By providing concentrations in these fields, the school aims to help students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to address pressing policy challenges and make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyon d.
The KSPP offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including children's educational support, housing support, and premier health insurance.
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Adjunct Faculty Position - Economics/Public Policy
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The KSPP is a newly established graduate school that offers master’s and executive education programs. The first cohort of master’s students commenced their graduate studies in the fall of 2024. Situated in the thriving capital city of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on the state-of-the-art KAPSARC campus, the KSPP is well-placed to offer students an exceptional educational experience.
The KSPP’s vision is to be a world-class education and research institution that prepares the next generation of public policy leaders and professionals within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and globally. To achieve this vision, the school is committed to providing high-quality educational programs and creating a bridge between academia, industry, and government. As the first public policy school in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the KSPP is uniquely positioned to offer public policy degrees focusing on management and leadership, energy and climate policy, and data analytics. By providing concentrations in these areas, the school aims to help students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to address pressing policy challenges and make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.The KAPSARC School of Public Policy (KSPP) invites applications for a faculty position in public management.
The KAPSARC School of Public Policy (KSPP) invites applications for a faculty position in public management.We welcome candidates from any subfield of public management, including those with research interests that intersect with political science, decision science, and/or economics. The KSPP offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including children’s educational support, housing support, and premier health insurance.
Responsibilities:
- The successful candidate will be expected to carry out impactful research, teach courses related to the candidate’s research field, contribute to core courses and/or electives in public sector management and leadership, supervise capstone projects, and contribute to the overall academic environment of the School.
Qualifications:
- The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in management science, political science, or similar disciplines with a track record of research on public management topics.
Adjunct/Visiting Faculty - Economics or Public Policy
Posted 2 days ago
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The KAPSARC School of Public Policy (KSPP) is an emerging graduate school that offers Masters, PhD, and executive education programs. Presently, the school is in the developmental phase and is offering executive education programs. The first cohort of master’s students is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2024. Situated in the thriving capital city of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on the KAPSARC campus, the KSPP is well-placed to offer students an exceptional educational experience.
The KSPP’s vision is to be a world-class education and research facility that prepares the next generation of public policy leaders and professionals, within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and globally. To achieve this vision, the school is committed to providing high-quality educational programs and creating a bridge between academia, industry, and government. By doing so, the KSPP seeks to facilitate the sharing and application of knowledge and best practices, and the adoption of industry-leading practices to enhance the learning experience of its students.
As the first public policy college in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the KSPP is uniquely positioned to offer degrees that focus on general public policy, energy policy and economics, sustainability, and climate policy. By providing programs in these fields, the school aims to help students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to address pressing policy challenges and make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.
Responsibilities:
- Teaching Economics or Public Policy within the Masters in Public Policy Course.
- A minimum commitment of one semester during the 2024/2025 academic year, full time and located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Qualifications:
- PhD or equivalent degree in Economics, Public Policy, or similar disciplines.
- A strong teaching, research, and service record.
Government Affairs and Public Policy Director for
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- Work internally closely with the Business Units and other global functions to develop and implement advocacy strategies to address policy issues impacting HP;
- Become a strategic partner. Provide political advice and counsel to senior business leaders to shape the business strategy and internal strategy;
- Represent HP’s values and positions in trade associations. Participate proactively;
- Translate technical messaging into compelling policy recommendations;
- Supporting company executives in their engagement, profile and relationship building with government to position them as thought leaders. Prepare policy briefings and material to HP Senior Executives;
- Develop and implement political engagement strategies to help identify, win, and grow HP Inc. public sector business.
**Qualifications/Skills/**
- A postgraduate degree level qualification in law, public policy, international affairs or similar;
- Sophisticated knowledge of the KSA/UAE governments, and the regional geopolitics;
- Ability to think, plan, and execute resourcefully and creatively;
- Outstanding organizational abilities, in particular, the capacity to manage several different workstreams at one time and the proactivity to drive work programs forward and co-ordinate the involvement of all the relevant stakeholders;
- Exceptional written and oral communications skills and a proven track record of producing high quality content and materials;
- Exceptional interpersonal skills. Ability to adapt to change. Negotiation and leadership skills;
- Fluency in English and Arabic language is a must
**Experience**
- Minimum seven years professional experience demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the legislative decision making and public procurement processes;
- Experience leading the development and implementation of government relations strategies for an organization and/or company;
- Experience of providing government relations advice and support to businesses and/or organizations competing for public sector business;
- Track record in successful relationship building and political influencing, and a willingness to dedicate time and effort to broadening and deepening those networks;
- Experience working in a business environment, providing advice and counsel to senior management, and presenting to senior level boards and committees;
- Ability to influence without reporting line: the role is an individual contributor role hence the ability to successfully collaborate internally being a cross functional team player is instrumental for mission success.