Head of Public Policy Middle East and ; MEA

Position: Head of Public Policy for Middle East and Africa (MEA)
is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are , a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world;

, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, .We’re looking for a Head of Public Policy, MEA to join Snap Inc. As a member of the EMEA Public Policy team, the role reports to the Senior Director Public Policy EMEA. You will be responsible for the public policy and government relations work across the MEA region, with a particular focus on UAE and Saudi Arabia, as well as Qatar and potentially further afield in Africa.  

Working from our office in Dubai, you will co-design, and execute the implementation of the public policy plan for relevant markets. The Middle East and Africa are key growth regions for Snap and our relationships with the governments and other key public stakeholders are of the utmost importance. Ensuring that Snap’s distinctive voice is heard and accommodated in policy-making circles will be a key priority.

The Head of Public Policy is co-responsible for development of positions on key local and regional policy issues impacting Snap and for developing effective strategies to achieve policy outcomes and mitigate risk.  This person will work closely with the rest of the Global Public Policy team, wider Legal team, regional Sales teams, the Communications team, Platform Integrity and Product teams and, on occasion, senior business executives to ensure the public policy program supports business growth and protects the company’s interests.

What you’ll do:

* Serve as the main day-to-day policy representative of Snap Inc in the Middle East and Africa. Further deepen relationships with relevant government officials, NGOs, trade associations, non-governmental organizations, and other influential stakeholders.
* Work closely with the Senior Director EMEA of Public Policy, the EMEA Public Policy team, the SVP Global Policy & Platform Operations and, on occasion, the senior executive organization.
* Being the Policy spokesperson of the company in the region in various fora, events etc.
* Be the first to act and respond to the appropriate public policy inquiries.
* Collaborate with Public Policy, Legal and Business teams to analyze legislative initiatives, advise on risks and opportunities and develop company policy positions and messaging
* Partner with the Communications team to help them appropriately respond to Policy-related media inquiries, by providing the correct policy narrative that best represents Snap Inc.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
* A proven ability for shaping, and working with, government officials, NGOs, coalitions and other stakeholder groups.
* Good tech policy understanding and existing relationships within government and the wider stakeholder community in the region.
* Excellent communication and advocacy skills and sound political judgment.
* Forward thinking and proactive ability on legislative, regulatory and public policy issues. Ability to rapidly understand and master complex policy issues.
* Ability to work with Snap business to identify pertinent issues and orient the public policy team to meet priorities.
* Ability to work independently/ self-starter in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
* Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of external groups and individuals, including those who are opponents or critics.
* Teammate with a positive attitude, motivation and a sense of humor
* Articulate and thoughtful.
* Able to adapt communication on complex issues for different audiences.
* A passion for Snapchat and creativity.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Master's degree or advanced studies in law/economics/public affairs
* 10+ years relevant experience in MENA public policy and public affairs
* Strong experience (4+ years) on MENA tech policy, ideally working on platform regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

* Working…