25 Policy Analysts jobs in Saudi Arabia
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.
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.
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.
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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 Manager
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51Talk, a publicly listed multinational company, is a global leader in online English education, connecting learners with certified teachers for personalized, one-on-one lessons. Established in 2011, we leverage innovative technology to deliver high-quality, affordable language education to students worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary liaison between the company and government entities, including regulatory ministries, authorities, educational institutions, and NGOs in Saudi Arabia.
- Monitor, analyze, and interpret government policies, regulations, and legislation impacting the education sector, providing strategic insights and actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
- Prepare comprehensive reports, proposals, policy briefs, and other communications for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring accuracy, professionalism, and clarity.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, educational organizations, and NGO representatives, to support the company's objectives and foster effective local partnerships.
- Organize and participate in meetings, conferences, and events with government entities and educational organizations, representing the company's interests and vision.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing the education sector in Saudi Arabia, keeping the company informed about legislative changes and advising on appropriate actions.
Qualifications and Skills
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in government relations, public policy, or a related field, preferably with direct experience working with the Ministry of Education.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English, with excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Deep understanding of the Saudi education system, government structures, and regulatory frameworks, mainly related to the Ministry of Education and educational NGOs.
- Strong professional communication skills suited to a multinational corporate environment.
- Exceptional analytical abilities to evaluate the impact of new regulations and provide well-considered, forward-thinking recommendations.
- Comprehensive knowledge of local cultural dynamics, government protocols, and practices in Saudi Arabia.
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Public Relations
- Industries E-Learning Providers
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#J-18808-LjbffrGovernment Affairs Specialist
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Coordinate internally to assist visit agenda by High-level Chinese Government Officials to head office and project sites during their saudi visits.
Coordinate externally with government counterparties to confirm meetings.
Coordinate with all functions to organize and execute the meetings and receptions of visiting gov officials.
Handle day-to-day communication and coordination with China Office for gov requests and other tasks.
Follow up action on meetings with government and push forward internal coordination across internal functions.
Form clear timetable for major events/calendar of relevance hosted by Saudi government.
Plan and execute year-round participation in key Saudi gov trips to China in conjunction with China visits of global and China leadership.
Monitor and analyze China policies affecting the organization.
Assist in developing and implementing advocacy strategies to influence policy outcomes in alignment with organizational goals.
Prepare position papers, testimony, and briefing materials.
Track and report on government activities, policy trends, and potential risks/opportunities.
Minimum 8 years + working experience.
Prefer the candidate with work experience in government / sizable mature multi-national company.
Proficient in government protocols and work procedures with a deep understanding of government work and structure.
Exceptional English and Chinese communication skills, able to effectively collaborate with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds. English-Chinese interpretation skills is a plus.
Outstanding coordination skills, able to develop plans amid changes with strong will to coordinate across departments.
Good team player.