Senior Executive Government Relations

About the role

Zong (CMPak) is looking for a Senior Executive Government Relations to build and sustain institutional relationships with federal government bodies and public-sector stakeholders. The role makes sure the company's view is clearly communicated to decision-makers, that government priorities are understood early, and that engagement stays coordinated, professional and aligned with regulatory and public policy objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Map and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across MoITT, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Commerce, SIFC, District Administration and other federal institutions.
• Organise and lead meetings, briefings and representations with government officials on telecom-sector matters, preparing briefing notes, talking points and follow-ups, and translating company positions into evidence-based advocacy.
• Track bills, ordinances, policy initiatives, budget proposals and parliamentary proceedings (National Assembly and Senate) that could affect the telecom and digital sector, and alert management early.
• Coordinate company input for government consultations, committee briefings and pre-budget proposals with Legal, Finance and Regulatory teams.
• Plan and manage participation in government events, seminars and public-sector initiatives, handling invitations, protocol and engagement with government dignitaries, and supporting senior management with protocol and briefing material.

Required profile

• Minimum bachelor's degree, preferably in Public Policy, Law, Political Science, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field; a master's degree (MPP, LLM, MBA) is an added advantage.
• Preferably 5-8 years of experience in government relations, public policy, regulatory affairs or a public-sector liaison role in telecom, technology or another regulated industry in Pakistan.
• Demonstrated track record of engaging federal ministries, regulators or parliamentary forums, with an established professional network in Islamabad.

Required skills

• Strong relationship-building, negotiation and communication skills in English and Urdu, able to engage credibly at senior government levels.
• Sound understanding of Pakistan's federal governance structure, legislative and budget processes, and the policy-making roles of MoITT, PTA and similar bodies.
• Ability to draft briefing notes, position papers and formal government correspondence; proficiency in MS Office.