Director Government Relations & Stakeholder Engagement - Building Automation

Dubai, Dubai Honeywell

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Job Description

The Purpose of the Role :

The Government Relations function at Honeywell is responsible for advising and advocating for legislative and regulatory policies that support Honeywell’s business objectives, providing sales support for major contract wins with government customers and state-owned enterprises and enabling relevant tax, grant and incentive benefits that lower costs.

Success within the Government Relations function is measured by priority Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) developed each year in coordination with our Strategic Business Units, High Growth Region leadership and Honeywell’s CEO. These KPIs are updated quarterly, and results are reported to Honeywell’s senior leadership.

The Director, GR will work with the Vice President General Manager of Building Automation business to help drive growth across the region. This role will report directly to the Senior Government Relations Director for Honeywell META.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Create and implement the GR strategy for Building Automation in the region
  • Build a network for Honeywell with governments in the region on key issues relevant to Honeywell.
  • Provide the Building Automation with GR support across the region
  • Drive engagement and advocacy with regulators on issues and strategies important to Honeywell.
  • Partner with businesses to develop government relations strategies related to specific product initiatives and / or business imperatives.
  • Serve as subject matter expert on policies and the impact on Honeywell and our products.
  • Secure, prepare, manage business, function and senior executive meetings in META including strategic meetings with government officials that support business priorities.
  • Educate META government officials on Honeywell, including our offerings, presence and desire to grow in the region; using relationships to drive policies, legislation, regulations and decisions toward favorable outcomes.
  • Manage and participate relationships with consulting firms and associations.
  • Develop and execute a strategic engagement plan for Honeywell GR, business and functional leaders in the META region to positively impact Honeywell’s business priorities.
  • Review, develop and execute, with GR leadership, the recommended Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the Meta A region, on current business priorities.
  • Advocate for adoption of government policies, including legislation and regulations, to drive sales for products and services and avoid costs.
  • Develop relationships to drive business growth with government customers.
  • Expand and enhance Building Automation profile in the META to enable growth for Honeywell’s products and services.
  • Identify Gov’t funding and incentives programs relevant for BA and provide related programs to BA to support the business development
  • Actively participate to influence the legislative process to educate regulators at META region on issues and strategies important to BA.
  • Educate government officials on BA including HON offerings & initiatives
  • Partner with the business to develop government relations strategies related to specific product initiatives and / or business imperatives.
  • Serve as subject matter expert on legislation and the impact on the BA business and its products
  • Work with a cross-functional team including attorneys, business leaders, customers, and other team members to develop creative solutions that incorporate government relations into business problem solving
  • Manage and participate in relationships with industry associations.

Qualifications

You Must Have :

  • Bachelor’s / Master’s degree with 12 – 15 years of experience in either a government relations role in a large multi-national company or with one or more government agencies.
  • Expert knowledge of MEA governments, how they function, how to engage and influence.
  • Must be proficient in Arabic and English. Other languages are a plus.
  • Ability to synthesize complex information from multiple sources, identify and analyze the most relevant points for the specific audience and communicate effectively verbally or through written formats, including power point.
  • Excellent internal stakeholder management : able to interact with a high level of credibility with all levels of leadership, including most senior executives within Honeywell, to influence, communicate, educate, and enlist support for critical objectives.
  • Excellent external stakeholder management (senior public officials, members of congress). Need to be able to speak effectively and with credibility to all levels of government as a representative of Honeywell.
  • Strategic thinker. Ability to take issues and develop an effective strategy that allows us to be successful on those opportunities and then develop plans to execute those strategies to achieve results.
  • Demonstrable record of providing clients with advice that blends government relations experience, expert legislative knowledge, and an understanding of, and appreciation for, a client’s business objectives.
  • Acts with urgency, able to prioritize decisions and make decisions quickly and mitigate risk where needed.
  • Self-motivated, dedicated team player with a strong sense of ownership and accountability, interested in working to continuously improve the function.
  • Highest Integrity, good judgment, and commitment to all laws.
  • Able to lead an effective operating system and process to drive results and to measure effectiveness of the group’s outcomes and continually prioritize to ensure resources are being spent on the most important work.
  • Strong intellectualcapacity and high personal standards of excellence.
  • Personal presence, executive communication skills and credibility necessary to effectively interact with and influence enterprise management, as well as work with a diverse group of highly motivated professionals.
  • Ability to set priorities, and the discipline to execute to those priorities, while also actively understanding organizational priorities to contribute or adjust as needed.
  • Strong work ethic. Willing to do what it takes to get the right results in the time needed. Willing to go beyond.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Join us now and be part of a global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers, and doers who make the things that make the future!

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Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.

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Director Government Relations & Stakeholder Engagement - Building Automation

Dubai, Dubai Honeywell

Posted 16 days ago

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**The Purpose of the Role** :
The Government Relations function at Honeywell is responsible for advising and advocating for legislative and regulatory policies that support Honeywell's business objectives, providing sales support for major contract wins with government customers and state-owned enterprises and enabling relevant tax, grant and incentive benefits that lower costs.
Success within the Government Relations function is measured by priority Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) developed each year in coordination with our Strategic Business Units, High Growth Region leadership and Honeywell's CEO. These KPIs are updated quarterly, and results are reported to Honeywell's senior leadership.
The Director, GR will work with the Vice President General Manager of Building Automation business to help drive growth across the region. This role will report directly to the Senior Government Relations Director for Honeywell META.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Create and implement the GR strategy for Building Automation in the region
+ Build a network for Honeywell with governments in the region on key issues relevant to Honeywell.
+ Provide the Building Automation with GR support across the region
+ Drive engagement and advocacy with regulators on issues and strategies important to Honeywell.
+ Partner with businesses to develop government relations strategies related to specific product initiatives and/or business imperatives.
+ Serve as subject matter expert on policies and the impact on Honeywell and our products.
+ Secure, prepare, manage business, function and senior executive meetings in META including strategic meetings with government officials that support business priorities.
+ Educate META government officials on Honeywell, including our offerings, presence and desire to grow in the region; using relationships to drive policies, legislation, regulations and decisions toward favorable outcomes.
+ Manage and participate relationships with consulting firms and associations.
+ Develop and execute a strategic engagement plan for Honeywell GR, business and functional leaders in the META region to positively impact Honeywell's business priorities.
+ Review, develop and execute, with GR leadership, the recommended Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the Meta A region, on current business priorities.
+ Advocate for adoption of government policies, including legislation and regulations, to drive sales for products and services and avoid costs.
+ Develop relationships to drive business growth with government customers.
+ Expand and enhance Building Automation profile in the META to enable growth for Honeywell's products and services.
+ Identify Gov't funding and incentives programs relevant for BA and provide related programs to BA to support the business development
+ Actively participate to influence the legislative process to educate regulators at META region on issues and strategies important to BA.
+ Educate government officials on BA including HON offerings & initiatives
+ Partner with the business to develop government relations strategies related to specific product initiatives and/or business imperatives.
+ Serve as subject matter expert on legislation and the impact on the BA business and its products
+ Work with a cross-functional team including attorneys, business leaders, customers, and other team members to develop creative solutions that incorporate government relations into business problem solving
+ Manage and participate in relationships with industry associations.
**You Must Have:**
+ Bachelor's/ Master's degree with 12 - 15 years of experience in either a government relations role in a large multi-national company or with one or more government agencies.
+ Expert knowledge of MEA governments, how they function, how to engage and influence.
+ Must be proficient in Arabic and English. Other languages are a plus.
+ Ability to synthesize complex information from multiple sources, identify and analyze the most relevant points for the specific audience and communicate effectively verbally or through written formats, including power point.
+ Excellent internal stakeholder management: able to interact with a high level of credibility with all levels of leadership, including most senior executives within Honeywell, to influence, communicate, educate, and enlist support for critical objectives.
+ Excellent external stakeholder management (senior public officials, members of congress). Need to be able to speak effectively and with credibility to all levels of government as a representative of Honeywell.
+ Strategic thinker. Ability to take issues and develop an effective strategy that allows us to be successful on those opportunities and then develop plans to execute those strategies to achieve results.
+ Demonstrable record of providing clients with advice that blends government relations experience, expert legislative knowledge, and an understanding of, and appreciation for, a client's business objectives.
+ Acts with urgency, able to prioritize decisions and make decisions quickly and mitigate risk where needed.
+ Self-motivated, dedicated team player with a strong sense of ownership and accountability, interested in working to continuously improve the function.
+ Highest Integrity, good judgment, and commitment to all laws.
+ Able to lead an effective operating system and process to drive results and to measure effectiveness of the group's outcomes and continually prioritize to ensure resources are being spent on the most important work.
+ Strong intellectualcapacity and high personal standards of excellence.
+ Personal presence, executive communication skills and credibility necessary to effectively interact with and influence enterprise management, as well as work with a diverse group of highly motivated professionals.
+ Ability to set priorities, and the discipline to execute to those priorities, while also actively understanding organizational priorities to contribute or adjust as needed.
+ Strong work ethic. Willing to do what it takes to get the right results in the time needed. Willing to go beyond.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
**Join us now and be part of a global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers, and doers who make the things that make the future!**
**#TheFutureIsWhatWeMakeIt**
Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments - powered by our Honeywell Forge software - that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.
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Effective Stakeholder Engagement Specialist

Dubai, Dubai beBeeStakeholder

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About the Role:

We seek an experienced Stakeholder Manager to join our team in Dubai, UAE. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing stakeholder engagement strategies, coordinating with government authorities, and facilitating project approvals and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive stakeholder management strategy ensuring effective communication and coordination across all project phases.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with government authorities, municipalities, transport agencies, regulatory bodies, clients, and local communities to facilitate project approvals and compliance.
  • Act as the primary liaison between the project team and external stakeholders addressing concerns, feedback, and requirements.
  • Organize and lead regular stakeholder meetings, workshops, and consultations to provide updates, gather input, and ensure alignment with project goals.
  • Manage public relations efforts related to the project developing communication plans to engage the community and address any concerns.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements including environmental, safety, planning, and transportation regulations.
  • Work closely with local and national government entities to obtain necessary approvals, permits, and licenses.
  • Monitor policy changes, urban planning guidelines, and railway regulations that may impact the project developing strategies to mitigate risks.
  • Address and resolve permitting issues, land acquisition challenges, and right-of-way approvals in collaboration with legal and technical teams.
  • Identify potential stakeholder conflicts and project risks developing proactive mitigation strategies.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in architecture, civil, or mechanical engineering.
  • 12+ years of experience in stakeholder management, public affairs, or government relations within the rail sector.
  • Arabic speaking is mandatory.
  • Strong knowledge of DUBAI Emirate regulatory frameworks, transportation policies, and urban planning guidelines.
  • Proven ability to engage with high-level government officials, municipalities, and transport authorities.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience collaborating with contractors, consultants, and government entities on transport infrastructure projects.

Benefits:

Parsons truly invests and cares about employee wellbeing and provides endless growth opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

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Strategic Stakeholder Engagement Manager

Dubai, Dubai beBeeStakeholder

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We are seeking a seasoned Stakeholder Engagement Specialist to manage the entire process of obtaining and managing No Objection Certificates (NOCs) and necessary approvals from local authorities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop effective strategies for obtaining NOCs and necessary approvals throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Liaise with statutory authorities across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the Northern Emirates to ensure seamless approval processes.
  • Organize stakeholder meetings, maintaining accurate records of actions, decisions, and discussions.
  • Prepare engaging presentations and documents for stakeholder meetings to inform all parties.
  • Collaborate closely with design teams to ensure all documentation meets authority requirements.
  • Review design submissions to guarantee compliance with local regulations and guidelines.
  • Attend meetings with authority engineers to expedite the review and approval of design submissions.
  • Keep design teams informed of any changes to submission requirements by local authorities.
  • Maintain an up-to-date NOC and stakeholder register to track approvals and project milestones.
Requirements
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office and proficiency in communication, negotiation, and project management.
  • Experience working with Civil 3D, InfraWorks, and Office 365 is highly valued.
  • Able to develop and implement strategic plans to achieve stakeholder engagement goals.
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Real Estate Stakeholder Engagement Manager

Dubai, Dubai STAMN Real Estate Development LLC

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Any Arab National, Any European National, Any Anglophone National, Any CIS National

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Job Description

  • To lead and manage stakeholder engagement strategies across real estate development projects, ensuring alignment with regulatory bodies, investors, local communities, and internal departments to support successful project delivery.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement stakeholder engagement plans for major development projects across the UAE.
  • Identify key stakeholders (government entities, investors, local authorities, consultants, end-users, etc.) and manage relationships proactively.
  • Act as the primary liaison between the development team and external stakeholders, ensuring clear, consistent, and timely communication.
  • Coordinate with legal, planning, design, construction, and marketing teams to ensure stakeholder expectations are met.
  • Represent the developer in meetings, public hearings, and negotiations with regulatory authorities.
  • Manage conflict resolution and facilitate mutual understanding between stakeholders and project teams.
  • Monitor stakeholder feedback and provide actionable insights to inform project decisions.
  • Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external audiences.
  • Ensure compliance with UAE regulatory and sustainability frameworks (e.g., RERA, Dubai Municipality, Estidama, etc.).

Desired Candidate Profile

  • Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Urban Planning, or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
  • Minimum 5–8 years of experience in stakeholder engagement, project management, or related roles within real estate or infrastructure sectors.
  • Strong understanding of UAE development regulations and stakeholder landscape.
  • Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Bilingual preferred: fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders with competing interests.
  • Proven track record of delivering large-scale projects in collaboration with government and private sector partners.
  • Preferred Skills
  • PMP or similar project management Requirements
  • certification.
  • Knowledge of ESG standards and sustainability in urban development.
  • Experience with smart city or mixed-use developments.

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