Government Relations Officer at Human Capital Partners (HCP)

JOB SUMMARY

The Government Relations Officer reports to the Head, Corporate Communications and He or She will be responsible for:
Performing liaison functions between the Authority and government organisations while advocating the interest and developing a profile for the Organisation.
Overseeing the activities of the Government and Legislative Affairs Unit in maintaining effective relationships with relevant government departments and agencies to ensure an enabling environment for the Organisation’s activities.
Tracking and analysing statutes that could affect operations and advise the Authority when policies are issued to ensure compliance.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Represent the organisation at government functions as approved by the MD, CEO or ED, Corporate Services &and Operations to achieve corporate presence.
• Provide advisory service with regards to regulatory requirements and ensure compliance with all relevant statutes and laws.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders (including ministries and government agencies).
• Maintain and cultivate goodwill and good working relationships with key public officials to favourably position the Authority with the officials.
• Navigate the political landscape and think creatively.
• Partner with General Counsel to ensure compliance on regulatory matters.
• Identify key ministries and agencies of government at all tiers for effective tracking of government policies.
• Keep HR informed of current labour laws and update on any changes.
• Serve as an enabler for securing travel documents from foreign missions.
• Research, analyse and effectively communicate pending industry legislations and their potential impact on the Authority
• Liaise with cross functional units in the organisation to explain how legislations impact, or proposed legislations will impact their business.
• Advise Executive Management on key government matters that relate to the Authority.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory obligations within the business.
• Research and monitors government activities that could affect the Authority’s activities and operations.
• Assists Management with strategic planning for known and potential regulatory activities related to the Authority’s operations.
• Builds and maintains professional relationships with members of federal, state, and local government entities and agencies and
• Ensures that the Organisation’s Management has adequate access to such key stakeholders as required.
• Monitor the budgetary needs of the Government and Legislative Affairs unit.
• Prepare and compile agreed periodic activities and performance reports for the attention of Management. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Corporate Communications
• Support the execution of all Media and Government Relation events.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience. Master's degree in law, public policy or a related discipline.
• Minimum of eight (8) years cognate experience.
• Knowledge of legislation and regulatory processes.
• Strong political and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to take initiative, and to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and research skills.