33 Public Policy jobs in Saudi Arabia
Public Policy Manger, KSA, AWS Global Public Policy
Posted 25 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 19 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
Posted 19 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 in Public Policy
Posted 9 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
Posted 8 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.
Faculty 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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr(Global Petroleum Gas) Public Policy Analyst
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Duties & Responsibilities:
- Review and evaluate policies regarding digital wellbeing and excessive use of digital solutions.
- Establishing process for data collection and analysis to ensure data is consistent, complete, and that analysis is in line with current strategic priorities and focus
- Determine the policies that are inline with the digital wellbeing agenda
- Identifying benefits, disadvantages, and omissions in existing policy frameworks.
- Ensuring that policies and policy amendments meet legal requirements.
- Report new proposed policies related to digital wellbeing
- Identifying opportunities to raise awareness of digital wellbeing in regulatory and legislative bodies at state and national level
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(Global Petroleum Gas) Public Policy Analyst
Posted today
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Duties & Responsibilities:
- Review and evaluate policies regarding digital wellbeing and excessive use of digital solutions.
- Establishing process for data collection and analysis to ensure data is consistent, complete, and that analysis is in line with current strategic priorities and focus
- Determine the policies that are inline with the digital wellbeing agenda
- Identifying benefits, disadvantages, and omissions in existing policy frameworks.
- Ensuring that policies and policy amendments meet legal requirements.
- Report new proposed policies related to digital wellbeing
- Identifying opportunities to raise awareness of digital wellbeing in regulatory and legislative bodies at state and national level
(Global Petroleum Gas) Public Policy Analyst
Posted today
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Duties & Responsibilities:
- Review and evaluate policies regarding digital wellbeing and excessive use of digital solutions.
- Establishing process for data collection and analysis to ensure data is consistent, complete, and that analysis is in line with current strategic priorities and focus
- Determine the policies that are inline with the digital wellbeing agenda
- Identifying benefits, disadvantages, and omissions in existing policy frameworks.
- Ensuring that policies and policy amendments meet legal requirements.
- Report new proposed policies related to digital wellbeing
- Identifying opportunities to raise awareness of digital wellbeing in regulatory and legislative bodies at state and national level
Government Affairs & Public Policy Director, GCC Region
Posted 3 days ago
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Reporting to the Head of Government Affairs in the International Region, the Director, Government Affairs & Public Policy, GCC will be responsible for developing and executing Government Affairs & Public Policy initiatives in the GCC region in alignment with the International GAPP Department and the country leadership teams. Furthermore, the role will also interact with relevant external stakeholders across respective markets, in line with Vertex’s approved and agreed business strategy.
The successful candidate must work collaboratively with colleagues in other functions within the company.
The candidate should have a strong background in Government Affairs & Public Policy in the bio / pharmaceutical industry, government or administration, including experience in corporate relations. The candidate should also have experience in the area of rare diseases and / or gene and cell therapies.
The successful candidate will be responsible for projecting the highest values and ethics consistent with Vertex corporate policies at all times.
This position is based in Riyadh, KSA.
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop Government Affairs and Public Policy activities for Vertex;
- Represent and lead Vertex engagement in selected industry organizations and with key stakeholders;
- Proactively monitor and analyse relevant pharmaceutical, healthcare and regulatory policy;
- Exemplifying Vertex’s core values in fulfilling these job duties.
Key Requirements :
Flex Designation :
Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible
Flex Eligibility Status :
In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as :
1. Hybrid : work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2. On-Site : work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
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