Job description

The Head of Public Policy & Government Affairs (Government Relations & Corporate Communications) is responsible for leading public policy, government affairs, and stakeholder engagement initiatives in Qatar within a food delivery and e-commerce marketplace environment. The role serves as a key liaison between the organization and government entities, regulators, and institutions, ensuring strong representation of business priorities within the evolving regulatory landscape. The position involves developing and maintaining trusted relationships with government stakeholders, participating in high-level meetings, forums, and events, and acting as a credible representative of the organization. The role requires continuous monitoring and analysis of regulatory and policy developments in Qatar, providing insights and ensuring alignment with business objectives. It also includes collaborating with internal teams to align on advocacy priorities, public affairs strategy, and community engagement initiatives while ensuring consistent communication of company values, commitments, and contributions to the local economy and society. The position drives public affairs campaigns and corporate responsibility initiatives aligned with regional and global strategies, leveraging expertise in government relations, policy analysis, and communication strategy. The role demands bilingual communication in Arabic and English, strong understanding of government protocols, and the ability to manage sensitive topics with professionalism and discretion while building long-term, high-trust relationships with senior stakeholders.