Head of Government Affairs

Job description

-Develop and implement a countrywide government affairs strategy aligned with business priorities.

• Build and maintain relationships with key government stakeholders at the countrywide, regional, and municipal levels.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, providing actionable insights to internal teams.
• Advocate for policies that foster innovation while mitigating risks to operations.
• Collaborate with legal, communications, and business teams to align government outreach with company goals.
• Represent Keeta in industry associations, public forums, and policy dialogues.
• Proactively address potential regulatory challenges and crisis scenarios.
• Support the growth of cross-functional teams by providing regulatory guidance in early-stage initiatives -8+ years in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory roles, preferably in tech, telecom, or digital services.
• Deep understanding of countrywide political dynamics and legislative processes.
• Established network with government institutions and policymakers.
• Strong analytical skills to translate complex regulations into business impacts.
• Proven ability to work independently in unstructured environments.
• Exceptional communication skills in English and the local language; fluency in Arabic is a plus.
• Advanced degree in Public Policy, Law, Political Science, or related field preferred.
• Opportunity to shape Keeta’s foundational government strategy in a critical market.
• Flexibility to innovate in a lean, mission-driven team.
• Competitive compensation and equity package.
• Cross-functional exposure to global operations.