External Affairs & Government Relations Manager at Hobark International Limited (HIL)

Hobark International Limited (HIL) is the parent company of the Hobark group operating in the oil and gas industry. The company was incorporated in 1998, starting as a staffing agency based in Port Harcourt. Currently, we have offices in 4 countries with our head office in Lagos.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: External Affairs & Government Relations Manager

Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Contract

Job Summary

• Will interact with local, state, and federal legislative bodies and government agencies to represent and protect the organizations business plans and interests.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Researches and monitors government activities that could affect the organizations business and clients.
• Assists senior management and leadership with strategic planning for known and potential regulatory activities related to the business and industry.
• Builds and maintains professional relationships with members of federal, state, and local government entities and agencies.
• Joins trade associations and industry committees and seeks leadership roles.
• Collaborates with industry advocates to build areas of common interest.
• Testifies before government committees in support of the organization and/or industry.
• Introduces legislative and public policy changes that will support company operations.
• Performs other duties as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May oversee and manage a liaison program between the organization and legislative entities.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Public Relations, or related field required; MBA or law degree preferred.
• Ten years of experience in advocacy or public policy required.

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Strong government contacts at local, state, and federal levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.