19 Public Affairs jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Job Summary:

We are looking for a strategically-minded, data-driven professional to join our Communications, Public Affairs & Sustainability team. This role is ideal for someone with a consultancy or strategy background who thrives on translating vision into measurable results.

You’ll be the analytical backbone of a creative and high-impact team, driving performance measurement, defining success metrics, and helping shape data-informed narratives that align with business priorities. You’ll work closely with the Senior Director and team leads to ensure our work delivers tangible business value and influence.

What’s on the menu?

• Strategic Performance Management:
  - Develop and implement frameworks to measure the impact of communications, public affairs, and sustainability initiatives.
  - Define KPIs aligned with business objectives and regularly report on team performance.
  

• Business Case Development:
  - Support the creation of robust business cases for key initiatives and partnerships with regulators and key stakeholders.
  - Assess cost-benefit and ROI for major campaigns, programs, or policy projects.
  

• Insights & Analytics:
  - Conduct post-campaign and program evaluations.
  - Provide actionable insights through dashboards, presentations, and reports.
  

• Stakeholder Alignment:
  - Work cross-functionally with ops teams, strategy, and other business units to ensure consistent measurement standards and a clear link between function outcomes and company goals.
  

• Strategic Counsel:
  Act as a strategic advisor to the senior management by offering data-backed recommendations on focus areas, resource allocation, and team priorities.

What did we order?

• 6–8 years of experience in a top-tier consulting firm, strategy department, or similar analytical role.

• Strong understanding of communications, public policy, or ESG domains is a plus—but not mandatory.

• Demonstrated ability to turn data into compelling insights and narratives.

• Proficient in performance frameworks (OKRs, KPIs), data visualization tools, and Excel/PowerPoint.

• Strong project management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities.

• Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills.

talabat is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.

This role will report into the local Head of Department and help lead the way we shape create and develop our PA and Corporate Responsibility efforts across the UAE.

• Identify assess and leverage relevant public affairs opportunities and/or important regulatory changes on an ongoing basis

• Help establish and maintain strategic relationships with government entities and regulatory authorities in the UAE and ensure the companys priorities and role are clearly conveyed

• Support in the development and execution of public affairs plans across seven emirates and coordinate with internal/external stakeholders to drive ongoing projects and new initiatives

• Draft content and presentations organize meetings and events as well as ensure alignment with comms and marketing teams when needed (including newsletter to authorities)

• Help in risk mitigation including online/on-ground support and documenting incidents

• Collaborate closely with other functions to ensure alignment between business and policy objectives as well as sustainability goals and community outreach

Corporate Responsibility

• Project management of corporate responsibility initiatives that involve liaising with internal stakeholders across various departments (example: commercial operations finance legal marcomms)

• Aligning corporate responsibility and sustainability targets to international standards and local UAE government mandates

• Measuring the social impact of the initiatives and reporting on non- financial performance

Qualifications :

• A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in either Public Affairs exposure to Communications and/or Communications and Corporate Responsibility a plus

• Agency experience and/or dynamic in-house exposure with project management experience

• Qualifications and or Experience in Government Relations Public Affairs or Communications.

• Excellent written and verbal Arabic and English communications skills

• Results and data driven - proven involvement in impactful PA/CR campaigns.

• Dedicated reliable and accurate with great attention to detail

• A collaborative and agile mindset able to manage a large number of stakeholders

• Organizational skills - used to simultaneously working on several projects at any one time

• Able to work under pressure with high emotional intelligence and a professional approach

Additional Information :

As part of the talabat team:

• You have the opportunity to be based in our specially designed collaborative work space in City Walk.

• You will also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

• Monthly talabat credit to spend in the app however you want

• Parental leave

• Working with the team building the fastest-growing largest and most valuable network of online food ordering services.

• Our colleagues at talabat come from every corner of the globe working in diverse cross-cultural teams.

• Enjoy fresh fruits cereals beverages tea and discounts at our Everyday Roastery cafe next door

• Take a break in our wellbeing room music room or take in the views of the Dubai Downtown Skyline on our roof terrace!

• Sponsored healthcare and gym membership

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Role Summary

At talabat, we’re transforming how people connect with food and essential services across the region. As we grow, so does the importance of our relationships with governments, regulators, and policy influencers. We’re looking for a seasoned Public Affairs professional to enhance our government engagement across the GCC and broader MENA region.

You’ll play a critical role in shaping a regulatory environment that supports innovation, while fostering meaningful relationships with key stakeholders at the highest levels. This is a high-impact role for a strategic thinker with access to decision-makers and a deep understanding of the region’s political and economic landscape.

What's On Your Plate?

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Government Engagement:
  Update talabat’s government engagement strategy across the MENA region, with a strong focus on the GCC. Serve as the primary point of contact for senior-level government officials, regulatory bodies, and policy influencers.
  

• Policy Advocacy:
  Anticipate, monitor, and assess relevant regulatory and political developments. Develop policy positions and advocacy strategies that align with business priorities and regional realities.
  

• Executive Advisory:
  Act as a senior advisor to talabat’s leadership, providing counsel on political risks, public policy trends, and government affairs strategy.
  

• Stakeholder Management:
  Build and maintain a network of trusted relationships with ministries, regulators, public institutions, industry associations, and diplomatic missions.
  

• Cross-functional Alignment:
  Collaborate closely with the wider Public Affairs, Communications, Operations, legal, and other internal teams to ensure coordinated, compliant, and strategic external engagement.
  

• Crisis & Issue Management:
  Lead response strategies related to regulatory risks, government investigations, or reputational threats with high-level public stakeholders.

What Did We Order?

Preferred candidates will be:

• A trusted and connected expert in public affairs with 10+ years of experience in government relations, policy, or regulatory affairs in the MENA region.

• Deep network within GCC government institutions and regional stakeholders, with a proven track record of access and influence.

• Strong political acumen, business sensitivity, and understanding of how government decisions impact digital platforms and consumer services.

• Exceptional communication, persuasion, and executive presence skills.

• Fluent in English and Arabic (mandatory).

• Experience in tech, digital economy, or highly regulated sectors is preferred.

talabat is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.

We are looking for a strategically-minded, data-driven professional to join our Communications, Public Affairs & Sustainability team. This role is ideal for someone with a consultancy or strategy background who thrives on translating vision into measurable results.

You ll be the analytical backbone of a creative and high-impact team, driving performance measurement, defining success metrics, and helping shape data-informed narratives that align with business priorities. You ll work closely with the Senior Director and team leads to ensure our work delivers tangible business value and influence.

What s on the menu?

Strategic Performance Management:
- Develop and implement frameworks to measure the impact of communications, public affairs, and sustainability initiatives.
- Define KPIs aligned with business objectives and regularly report on team performance.

Business Case Development:
- Support the creation of robust business cases for key initiatives and partnerships with regulators and key stakeholders.
- Assess cost-benefit and ROI for major campaigns, programs, or policy projects.

Insights & Analytics:
- Conduct post-campaign and program evaluations.
- Provide actionable insights through dashboards, presentations, and reports.

Stakeholder Alignment:
- Work cross-functionally with ops teams, strategy, and other business units to ensure consistent measurement standards and a clear link between function outcomes and company goals.

Strategic Counsel:
Act as a strategic advisor to the senior management by offering data-backed recommendations on focus areas, resource allocation, and team priorities.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

What did we order?

6 8 years of experience in a top-tier consulting firm, strategy department, or similar analytical role.

Strong understanding of communications, public policy, or ESG domains is a plus but not mandatory.

Demonstrated ability to turn data into compelling insights and narratives.

Proficient in performance frameworks (OKRs, KPIs), data visualization tools, and Excel/PowerPoint.

Strong project management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities.

Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills.

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Since launching in Kuwait in 2004, talabat, the leading on-demand food and Q-commerce app for everyday deliveries, has been offering convenience and reliability to its customers. talabat’s local roots run deep, offering a real understanding of the needs of the communities we serve in eight countries across the region.

We harness innovative technology and knowledge to simplify everyday life for our customers, optimize operations for our restaurants and local shops, and provide our riders with reliable earning opportunities daily.

Here at talabat, we are building a high-performance culture through engaged workforce and growing talent density. We're all about keeping it real and making a difference. Our 6,000+ strong talabaty are on an awesome mission to spread positive vibes. We are proud to be a multi-great place to work award winner.

This role will report into the local Head of Department and help lead the way we shape, create and develop our PA and Corporate Responsibility efforts across the UAE.

• Identify, assess and leverage relevant public affairs opportunities and/or important regulatory changes on an ongoing basis

• Help establish and maintain strategic relationships with government entities and regulatory authorities in the UAE, and ensure the company’s priorities and role are clearly conveyed

• Support in the development and execution of public affairs plans across seven emirates and coordinate with internal/external stakeholders to drive ongoing projects and new initiatives

• Draft content and presentations, organize meetings and events, as well as ensure alignment with comms and marketing teams when needed (including newsletter to authorities)

• Help in risk mitigation, including online/on-ground support and documenting incidents

• Collaborate closely with other functions to ensure alignment between business and policy objectives, as well as sustainability goals and community outreach

Corporate Responsibility

• Project management of corporate responsibility initiatives that involve liaising with internal stakeholders across various departments (example: commercial, operations, finance, legal, marcomms)

• Aligning corporate responsibility and sustainability targets to international standards and local UAE government mandates

• Measuring the social impact of the initiatives and reporting on non- financial performance

• A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in either Public Affairs, exposure to Communications and/or Communications and Corporate Responsibility a plus

• Agency experience and/or dynamic in-house exposure, with project management experience

• Qualifications and or Experience in Government Relations, Public Affairs or Communications.

• Excellent written and verbal Arabic and English communications skills

• Results and data driven - proven involvement in impactful PA/CR campaigns.

• Dedicated, reliable and accurate with great attention to detail

• A collaborative and agile mindset, able to manage a large number of stakeholders

• Organizational skills - used to simultaneously working on several projects at any one time

• Able to work under pressure with high emotional intelligence and a professional approach

As part of the talabat team:

• You have the opportunity to be based in our specially designed collaborative work space in City Walk.

• You will also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

• Monthly talabat credit to spend in the app, however you want

• Parental leave

• Working with the team, building the fastest-growing, largest and most valuable network of online food ordering services.

• Our colleagues at talabat come from every corner of the globe, working in diverse, cross-cultural teams.

• Enjoy fresh fruits, cereals, beverages, tea, and discounts at our Everyday Roastery cafe next door

• Take a break in our wellbeing room, music room or take in the views of the Dubai Downtown Skyline on our roof terrace!

• Sponsored healthcare and gym membership

We are looking for a strategically-minded, data-driven professional to join our Communications, Public Affairs & Sustainability team. This role is ideal for someone with a consultancy or strategy background who thrives on translating vision into measurable results.

You ll be the analytical backbone of a creative and high-impact team, driving performance measurement, defining success metrics, and helping shape data-informed narratives that align with business priorities. You ll work closely with the Senior Director and team leads to ensure our work delivers tangible business value and influence.

What s on the menu?

Strategic Performance Management:
- Develop and implement frameworks to measure the impact of communications, public affairs, and sustainability initiatives.
- Define KPIs aligned with business objectives and regularly report on team performance.

Business Case Development:
- Support the creation of robust business cases for key initiatives and partnerships with regulators and key stakeholders.
- Assess cost-benefit and ROI for major campaigns, programs, or policy projects.

Insights & Analytics:
- Conduct post-campaign and program evaluations.
- Provide actionable insights through dashboards, presentations, and reports.

Stakeholder Alignment:
- Work cross-functionally with ops teams, strategy, and other business units to ensure consistent measurement standards and a clear link between function outcomes and company goals.

Strategic Counsel:
Act as a strategic advisor to the senior management by offering data-backed recommendations on focus areas, resource allocation, and team priorities.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

What did we order?

6 8 years of experience in a top-tier consulting firm, strategy department, or similar analytical role.

Strong understanding of communications, public policy, or ESG domains is a plus but not mandatory.

Demonstrated ability to turn data into compelling insights and narratives.

Proficient in performance frameworks (OKRs, KPIs), data visualization tools, and Excel/PowerPoint.

Strong project management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities.

Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills.

Disclaimer: Naukrigulf.com is only a platform to bring jobseekers & employers together. Applicants are advised to research the bonafides of the prospective employer independently. We do NOT endorse any requests for money payments and strictly advice against sharing personal or bank related information. We also recommend you visit Security Advice for more information. If you suspect any fraud or malpractice, email us at

We are seeking a highly skilled professional to drive business growth through strategic public affairs.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in consultancy or strategy, who thrives on turning vision into measurable results.

You will be the analytical backbone of a creative and high-impact team, driving performance measurement, defining success metrics, and helping shape data-informed narratives that align with business priorities.

Key responsibilities include:

Strategic Performance Management

• Develop frameworks to measure communications, public affairs, and sustainability initiatives.
• Define KPIs aligned with business objectives and report on team performance.

Business Case Development

• Support creation of robust business cases for key initiatives and partnerships.
• Assess cost-benefit and ROI for major campaigns, programs, or policy projects.

Insights & Analytics

• Conduct post-campaign and program evaluations.
• Provide actionable insights through dashboards, presentations, and reports.

Stakeholder Alignment

• Work cross-functionally to ensure consistent measurement standards.

Strategic Counsel

• Act as a strategic advisor to senior management, offering data-backed recommendations.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a talented team and contribute to the development of effective business strategies. The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical skills, the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, and a passion for driving business growth.

The Truthinfois seeking excellent persons with rich experience in international affairs and publicpolicy, who can provideoriginal and insightful advice for clients on global issues and challenges.Since the company focuses on the current policy, events and statements related to the Middle East region or the Indo-Pacific region, we tend to recruit individuals who are interested in this field and have the ability to perform a detailed analysis of events related to these regions.

Responsibilities:

·Keep abreast of international hot issues and propose critical opinions with convincing evidence

·Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies on the Middle East region or the Indo-Pacific region to address challenges and ensure project success.

·Collect useful data and resources from a wide range of channels, such as official websites, news report, historical documents, academic papers, books, and other reliable channels

·Delve into critical policies, statements and trends

·Prepare and present detailed project reports

Qualifications:

·Advanced degree in relevant fields; or equivalent combination of education and experience

·At least five years’ work experience in policy-making, international relations, and other related experience

·Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to write clearly, concisely, and expeditiously.

·Strong analytical abilities with high attention to detail

·Ability to work independently on projects and complex tasks

Compensation:

·Salary offersare determined by the candidates’educational background and years of experience related to the position, as well as the quality of the research reports they submit.

·The Truthinfois inclined to recruit candidates who are willing to be our long-term advisors. After a three-month trial, the company will make a comprehensive judgement. If candidates are approved, the company will sign contract with them and pay salary monthly. Before that, compensation will be provided per time.

The Truthinfois seeking excellent persons with rich experience in international affairs and publicpolicy, who can provideoriginal and insightful advice for clients on global issues and challenges.Since the company focuses on the current policy, events and statements related to the Middle East region or the Indo-Pacific region, we tend to recruit individuals who are interested in this field and have the ability to perform a detailed analysis of events related to these regions.

Responsibilities:

·Keep abreast of international hot issues and propose critical opinions with convincing evidence

·Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies on the Middle East region or the Indo-Pacific region to address challenges and ensure project success.

·Collect useful data and resources from a wide range of channels, such as official websites, news report, historical documents, academic papers, books, and other reliable channels

·Delve into critical policies, statements and trends

·Prepare and present detailed project reports

Qualifications:

·Advanced degree in relevant fields; or equivalent combination of education and experience

·At least five years’ work experience in policy-making, international relations, and other related experience

·Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to write clearly, concisely, and expeditiously.

·Strong analytical abilities with high attention to detail

·Ability to work independently on projects and complex tasks

Compensation:

·Salary offersare determined by the candidates’educational background and years of experience related to the position, as well as the quality of the research reports they submit.

·The Truthinfois inclined to recruit candidates who are willing to be our long-term advisors. After a three-month trial, the company will make a comprehensive judgement. If candidates are approved, the company will sign contract with them and pay salary monthly. Before that, compensation will be provided per time.