348 Public Relations Managers jobs in the United Arab Emirates

POSITION SUMMARY

Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human environment – passionate people driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future.

Public Affairs Associate will play a crucial role in supporting the Government Relations and Sustainability Manager in developing and executing strategies to engage with governmental entities, stakeholders, and advocating for sustainable practices within the organization. The position requires a strong understanding of governmental processes, excellent communication skills, and a passion for public policy and sustainability initiatives.

A DAY IN THE LIFE …

• Support the Government Relations and Sustainability Manager in monitoring legislative and regulatory developments at local, regional, and national levels.
• Represent Nestle at industry events, conferences, and public forums to ensure Nestlé is a proactive participant in all government stakeholder engagements.
• Assist in the development of advocacy strategies to influence policy decisions in alignment with organizational goals and values.
• Conduct research on relevant policy issues, trends, and best practices in sustainability and government relations.
• Assist in preparing briefing materials, policy position papers, and advocacy documents for internal and external stakeholders.
• Help coordinate meetings, events, and outreach activities with government officials, industry associations, and other key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate government relations and sustainability considerations into business operations, projects, and initiatives.
• Stay informed about emerging trends, standards, and best practices in corporate sustainability and government relations.

What will make you successful…

• Strong public and corporate affairs track-record (2 to 3 years minimum)
• Good understanding of national regulations, policies and direction
• Deep understanding of influence networks and channel strategies
• Experience of media relations management or communication
• Bachelor's Degree holder
• Strong language skills in English and Arabic
• Experience of working in non-profit organizations would be desirable"

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.

Job Description
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

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

• Drive strategy, engagement, and activation of external stakeholders to influence healthcare policies and secure patient access to medicines and vaccines
  
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders to shape the healthcare environment
  
• Lead collaborations with patient advocacy groups and champion patient perspectives across the organization
  
• Coordinate internal and external voices to achieve business objectives
  

• Build and maintain strong relationships with government officials and Key Opinion Leaders
  
• Lead and execute policy strategies to accelerate diagnosis and create market conditions for broad access
  
• Monitor and analyze new & upcoming regulations from health authorities
  
• Develop innovative approaches for access and engage health authorities in patient management
  
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to align public affairs strategies with commercial objectives
  

• Design and implement creative approaches for stakeholder engagement
  
• Develop specific tools and materials for external engagement including policy narratives
  
• Set up advisory boards with policy experts and build industry coalitions
  
• Ensure Public Affairs and business strategies align with government priorities
  
• Coordinate Sanofi activities and projects with relevant authorities
  

• Lead patient advocacy initiatives and develop innovative support programs
  
• Analyze and present insights from the healthcare environment
  
• Cultivate strategic partnerships with patient associations
  
• Monitor and report on healthcare trends and policy changes
  

• Setup and maintain dashboards for ongoing activities and projects
  
• Provide strategic guidance on reimbursement topics
  
• Update teams on project progress and success
  
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies
  
• Lead digital transformation initiatives within public affairs
  

• Ministry of Health and health authorities
  
• Government institutions and regulatory bodies
  
• Research centers and universities
  
• Scientific and disease societies
  
• Patient advocacy groups
  
• Healthcare policymakers
  

• Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Public Health, or related field
  
• Minimum 8-10 years' experience in healthcare, with 5+ years in market access/public affairs
  
• Specialty Care experience is a plus
  

• Excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills
  
• Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities
  
• Strong political acumen and stakeholder management skills
  
• Proven track record in influencing policy changes
  
• Proficiency in project management
  
• Ethical decision-making with commitment to compliance
  
• Fluency in English and local language
  

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This role is a great chance to join a team that transforms the way people shop and eat.

We are a technology-driven company at the forefront of the rapidly expanding food delivery industry, bringing neighbourhoods to our customers' doors by connecting consumers, restaurants, shops, and riders.

Our mission is to give people the opportunity to buy what they want, as they want it, when and where they want it.

• Coordinate administrative activities with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment on public affairs strategies and messaging.
• Collaborate with departments such as legal, communications, and operations to facilitate meetings or working groups and discuss priorities, campaigns, and stakeholder engagement efforts.
• Act as a liaison between different teams to streamline workflows, share information, and address cross-functional challenges.
• Follow up on incoming external inquiries from regulators and stakeholders, responding promptly and professionally to requests for information, clarification, or meetings.
• Maintain a database or system to track and document inquiries, responses, and follow-up actions to ensure accountability and thoroughness.
• Assist in implementing quarterly plans and initiatives and follow up on progress, collaborating with team members to identify bottlenecks or challenges.

This role is open only to UAE Nationals who possess a UAE passport and Family book (Khulasat Al Qaid).

• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role or communication function or front-facing functions, with fresh graduates also being considered.
• Fluent in Arabic/English, with a preference for policy, business administration, or communication degree holders but not essential.

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.

Job Description
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.

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.

This role requires a highly organized individual to manage all activities related to public authorities, ensuring a seamless administration process. The Government Relations Associate is responsible for coordinating and managing all activities including visa processing, trade license issues, legal permits, sponsorship relations, and interactions with ministries.

• Process Improvement
• Participate in continuously improving related processes and procedures to ensure optimal customer service in the department.


• Legal Permit Management
• Submit requests for issuance and renewal of all legal permits (municipality, advertisement signage, sale permits, commerce, fire department, civil information, health, etc.), and follow up with the appropriate public authorities to ensure timely issuance.


• Government Network Development
• Build and maintain a strong network of relations with government employees to facilitate efficient processing of requests.


• Employee Support
• Process employees' National Social Security registrations or end-of employment procedures.


• Scheduling and Compliance
• Schedule monthly payments of family allowances and ensure deadlines are met with governmental departments.


• Data Submission
• Submit all updated salaries to the government in the appropriate format as required.


• Visa and Document Management
• Follow up on visa issuance and cancellation, work permits, residence permits, social security (where applicable), and repatriation documents to ensure they are promptly processed through appropriate authorities.


• Licenses and Permits Management
• Execute the entire statutory license application process for all new stores, either directly or through third parties, and maintain relationships with all statutory bodies upon completion.

AZADEA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We strive to provide our candidates with a best-in-class experience.

We will contact you if you have been shortlisted for the role.

Government Relations Associate

About the Role

The role of a Government Relations Associate is a key position within our organization, requiring effective coordination and management of public authority activities. The primary objective is to ensure a smooth administration process, facilitating interactions with various government ministries and departments.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to improving processes and procedures for the department, ensuring efficient operations.


• Submit requests for legal permits and follow up with public authorities to guarantee timely issuance.


• Maintain strong relationships with government employees to facilitate seamless request processing.


• Process employee registrations or end-of-employment procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements.


• Schedule monthly payments of family allowances and ensure deadlines are met with governmental departments.


• Submit updated salaries to the relevant government authorities in the required format.


• Follow up on visa issuance and cancellation, work permits, residence permits, social security, and repatriation documents to ensure prompt processing through appropriate authorities.


• Execute statutory license application processes for new stores and maintain relationships with statutory bodies upon completion.

Benefits

AZADEA promotes equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background. Our commitment to diversity ensures that everyone has an equal chance to succeed.

We look forward to working with you!

Responsibilities:

【Government Relations】 Develop and maintain strong relationships with key government officials, agencies, and stakeholders at the local, regional, and national levels, such as GACA, MCIT, TGA, etc. Monitor and analyze policy and regulatory developments affecting UAV operations in Saudi Arabia.

【Policy Advocacy】 Develop and execute strategies to promote policy advancements that support drone delivery services in Saudi Arabia. Actively participate in industry associations and forums to influence the development of UAV-related regulations. 【Regulatory Compliance:】 Ensure the company's operations comply with all relevant government regulations. Guide regulatory changes and their impact on the business. 【Communication】 Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and government officials. Prepare and deliver reports, presentations, and policy briefs to senior management and government entities.

【Partnership Development】 Identify and develop strategic partnerships with government bodies, industry associations, and other stakeholders to advance the company's interests. Develop public affairs initiatives that educate stakeholders about the benefits and potential of drone delivery systems.

Requirements:

【Education】Bachelor's degree in Law, Political Science, Public Policy, or aviation-related field. A Master's degree or equivalent is preferred. ·

【Experience】 At least 5 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or a related field, preferably within the aviation, logistics, or technology sectors, with a strong track record in Saudi Arabia or the Middle East.

【Knowledge】Strong understanding of Saudi Arabian regulatory frameworks, particularly in aviation or UAV operations. Familiarity with key policy issues affecting the industry

【Skills】 Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills in English and Arabic (both written and verbal). Strategic thinker with the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. Proven project management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities. Ability to build and maintain high-level relationships with government officials.

【Language】Fluency in English is required; Arabic proficiency is highly desirable