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.
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