Public Policy Payments Manager

Responsibilities:

• A keen working understanding of policy-making processes and government relations.
• Written and spoken fluency in Arabic and English (outstanding oral and written communication skills in Arabic and English is required, and a proven ability to convey complex arguments in writing is a must).
• Ability to identify and understand key technical aspects pertaining to corporate operations in legislative and regulatory proposals, understand business implications, and synthesize policy documents for internal and external customers.
• Proven track record of successfully working with a wide array of functional groups across an organization and cultures as well as working independently.
• Highly effective oral and interpersonal communication skills; demonstrated ability to effectively and comfortably interact at highest corporate and political levels.
• Strong knowledge of and background in advocacy and public policy development pertaining to existing and emerging payments frameworks and financial services in the MENA region.
• Ability to influence, negotiate with, and persuade others is required. Must be flexible and demonstrate strong judgment/decision-making skills, and political acumen.
• Ability to maintain highest personal levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality and integrity, with a strong professional reputation in the industry.