Senior Specialist, Government Coordination & Protocol

ABOUT EDGE

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

Together, we are shaping the future.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Specialist, Government Coordination & Protocol will serve as a key focal point for engagement and coordination with government entities, customers, and strategic stakeholders. The role is responsible for managing official communications, government engagements, protocol arrangements, visits and delegations, while ensuring effective coordination with internal stakeholders and maintaining high standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and protocol.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and maintain effective relationships with government entities and key stakeholders.
• Act as a focal point for government-related communications, requests, and engagements.
• Coordinate official meetings, VIP visits, delegations, ceremonies, and government engagements.
• Manage protocol arrangements, including agendas, invitations, schedules, access, hospitality, and logistics.
• Prepare and manage official correspondence, briefing notes, presentations, reports, and related documentation.
• Liaise with internal departments to obtain required information, approvals, and responses.
• Track government and stakeholder requests, commitments, and action items through to closure.
• Maintain accurate records of official communications, stakeholder engagements, and documentation.
• Support management with stakeholder updates, briefing materials, and presentations.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion.
• Support the resolution of stakeholder inquiries and issues through effective internal coordination.
• Ensure all government coordination and protocol activities comply with applicable policies and procedures.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Public Relations, Communications, Government Affairs, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum 6–7 years of relevant experience in government coordination, government relations, protocol, stakeholder management, or a related function.
• Experience coordinating with government entities and senior stakeholders.
• Strong Arabic and English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational, coordination, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Experience preparing formal correspondence and official documentation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in UAE government relations and protocol.
• Experience coordinating VIP visits, official delegations, high-level meetings, and formal events.
• Experience within the defence, government, manufacturing, or regulated sectors.
• Knowledge of UAE government protocols and procedures.
• Experience handling confidential or sensitive documentation.
• Strong reporting, presentation, and relationship-management skills.

WHY CHOOSE EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.

At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, EDGE is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Working at EDGE also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.

CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to EDGE.

Any information you share as part of your EDGE candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.

EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.