Relations Manager – Government Engagement (UAE National Only)

Job PurposeTo lead and strengthen Dubai Chambers’ engagement with federal and Dubai Government entities by serving as the central focal point for regulatory collaboration, stakeholder engagement, government consultations, awareness initiatives, and regulatory facilitation activities. The role is responsible for managing strategic relationships with government partners, coordinating regulatory workshops and awareness programs for Business Groups and Business Councils, overseeing government data requests and industry feedback mechanisms, and ensuring effective communication and collaboration between regulators and the private sector. The role contributes to enhancing Dubai Chambers’ position as a trusted partner to government entities while supporting a proactive and business-friendly regulatory environment.Government Engagement Relations & Stakeholder ManagementServe as the primary relationship manager for federal and Dubai Government entities engaging with Dubai Chambers, Business Groups, and Business Councils.Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with government stakeholders to facilitate effective collaboration, consultation, and knowledge sharing.Act as the central coordination point between regulators and the private sector on regulatory, sectoral, and business-related matters.Regulatory Workshops & Consultation Programs Develop and manage the annual calendar of government workshops, regulatory consultations, awareness sessions, and stakeholder engagement activities.Coordinate with government entities, Business Groups, Business Councils, and internal stakeholders to identify priority topics, emerging regulations, and sector-specific challenges.Oversee the planning, promotion, logistics, and execution of all government engagement events, ensuring high participation and stakeholder satisfaction.Regulatory Intelligence & Data Management Manage and coordinate data requests, surveys, and information-gathering exercises initiated by government entities.Consolidate industry feedback, sector insights, and business challenges from Business Groups and Councils and ensure timely submission to relevant authorities.Monitor emerging regulatory developments and identify opportunities for proactive engagement between regulators and the business community.Regulatory Facilitation & Government Services Manage relationships with key authorities including CDA, DET, and other relevant government entities to facilitate licensing, renewals, NOCs, approvals, and regulatory processes.Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure efficient and timely resolution of government related requests and approvals.Qualifications & Experience: Minimum QualificationBachelor’s Degree in Public Policy, Government Relations, International Relations, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline.Minimum Experience and Skills5-7 years of relevant experience in government liaison, corporate affairs, business relations, policy support, or stakeholder coordination.Experience supporting workshops, awareness sessions, or stakeholder events.Familiarity with government engagement protocols and regulatory environments in Dubai/UAE.Experience preparing reports, summaries, and engagement outcomes.