Government Relations Specialist Islamic Development Bank

Posted on 6 Mar

Experience

5 - 7 Years

Job Location

Jeddah - Saudi Arabia

Education

Bachelor of Arts(Political Science)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE

To execute and optimize government related transactions for IsDB staff and operations to ensure compliance, timely service, and strengthened institutional relations.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Operational Improvement & Insight:
Identify and deliver IT-enabled/process improvements with IMDT; provide data-driven recommendations for plans and budgets.

Transaction Processing & Compliance:
Process and validate government-related requests (visas, permits, residency) in line with host-country regulations and IsDB standards; escalate exceptions per defined thresholds.

External Stakeholder Engagement:
Maintain working relationships with government entities/embassies; proactively resolve process delays and communicate regulatory changes.
Liaise with MDBs and international financial institutions on government-related matters.

Coordinate Cross-Unit Support:
Coordinate with internal units to ensure timely execution of interdependent tasks, resolve operational bottlenecks, and maintain service continuity across functions.

Financial Control:
Administer petty cash for GR services with full reconciliation and documentation.

Performance Reporting & Advisory:
Produce timely dashboards and analyses; brief management on risks and mitigation.

Implement Regulatory Updates:
Track changes in government regulations and procedures, communicate implications to relevant stakeholders, and ensure timely integration into internal processes.

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor s degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in government relations, public affairs, or institutional liaison roles, including hands-on involvement in regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, reporting, and process improvement initiatives.
Experience working with, or understanding of, Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs), Development Banks, or international financial institutions is highly desirable.
Familiarity with government protocols, policy updates, and transactional procedures (e.g., visas, permits, residency) in host and member countries is preferred.
Experience in contributing to digital transformation or process-automation efforts is preferred.

Languages: English: Mandatory l Arabic: Mandatory l French: Preferred

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Government Relations Specialist

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