Government Public Affairs Officer (Somaliland)

About the Role

This position supports government relations, regulatory coordination, and external affairs for a project company operating in Somaliland. The role acts as the main point of contact with relevant public authorities and helps ensure that licensing, documentation, compliance, and official communication are handled smoothly and professionally.

About Morgan Vantage Group and RegalEarth Group

Morgan Vantage Group Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based boutique investment firm focused on cross-border mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions, market entry, and long-term value creation across Asia-Pacific and global markets. The firm works with corporates, founders, family offices, institutional investors, and strategic partners, and also supports capital markets and investor relations activities through its Hong Kong affiliate.

Within this structure, MVG acts as the management company for RegalEarth Group, a Dubai-based mining capital firm, overseeing strategy, governance, and operations for its portfolio and project companies. This hiring is for one of those project companies in Somaliland.

Key Responsibilities

The selected professional will be responsible for maintaining effective relationships with government stakeholders, supporting operational continuity, and coordinating official engagements in line with international governance standards.

Government Liaison and Regulatory Coordination

• Act as the main link between the company and Somaliland ministries, departments, and other administrative bodies.
• Handle coordination for licences, permits, registrations, immigration-related matters, work permits, and other government procedures.
• Track regulatory changes, administrative updates, and compliance requirements that affect business operations.
• Organize responses to inspections, official queries, and regulatory requests.

Documentation and Administrative Support

• Prepare, check, arrange, and store official letters, applications, reports, and memoranda.
• Make sure all submissions follow local process and formatting rules.
• Keep complete records for approvals, renewals, and pending filings.
• Assist internal departments with document preparation and procedural follow-through.

External Relations and Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop and sustain constructive working relationships with government officials and administrative staff.
• Represent the company in routine meetings and working-level interactions with public authorities when needed.
• Help prepare meeting agendas, background notes, and action points for senior management.

Negotiation and Coordination

• Manage operational-level discussions within delegated authority on administrative and coordination matters.
• Balance company interests with the need to maintain positive government relationships.
• Escalate complex or sensitive issues to senior leadership with practical recommendations and risk awareness.

Reporting Structure

The role reports directly to the Local Manager and Project Coordinator, and receives strategic oversight from the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Qualifications

Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in International Relations, Public Administration, Law, Political Science, Business Administration, or a related field.

A minimum of 3 years’ experience in government affairs, public affairs, external relations, or regulatory coordination is required. Experience in diplomatic engagement, government relations, or international stakeholder management is strongly preferred.

Language Requirements

• Strong written and spoken English is mandatory.
• Somali language ability is highly desirable.
• Arabic or another regional language will be an added advantage.

Professional and Technical Competencies

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Working knowledge of government processes and documentation workflows.
• Strong organization skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines.
• Comfort using Microsoft Office and standard business reporting tools.
• Ability to use AI-enabled tools for research, productivity, and information management.
• Capability to collect, interpret, and summarize regulatory, operational, and stakeholder data.
• Experience producing reports, dashboards, briefing notes, and management updates.

Confidentiality and Conduct

• Strong commitment to confidentiality, information security, and ethical behavior.
• Ability to handle sensitive corporate, government, and stakeholder information with discretion.
• Sound understanding of compliance, data protection, and corporate governance principles.

Personal Attributes

• Professional, trustworthy, and discreet.
• Adaptable, proactive, and solution-oriented.

Working Conditions

This role is based in Hargeisa, Somaliland, and involves regular interaction with mid-level government officials, regulatory bodies, and public sector stakeholders. The work may include occasional travel within Somaliland and nearby regions depending on operational needs. Candidates should be comfortable in a fast-moving, developing market where administrative processes may change frequently.

Working Hours and Travel

This is a full-time role with standard working days from Monday to Friday, aligned with local business practices and operational needs. Flexibility may be required for meetings with government authorities, regulatory agencies, and international stakeholders across time zones. Occasional work outside normal business hours may also be necessary.

Travel may be required from time to time for regional meetings, training, conferences, or business-related assignments. The estimated travel commitment is 20% to 30% of working time, depending on operational requirements and government engagement activity.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is competitive, depends on experience and qualifications, and will be finalized during the interview process.

• Accommodation support and expatriate allowance.
• Transport and communication allowance.
• Visa and work permit assistance through Regal International Investment Co., (Somaliland).
• Annual leave, home leave, and medical insurance as per company policy.
• Opportunity for career growth within a growing international organization.

Working Relationships

Internal stakeholders include Legal & Compliance, Operations, Administration, and Executive Management. External stakeholders include Somaliland government ministries, immigration authorities, regulatory agencies, and institutional partners.

Application Instructions

Interested applicants should share a detailed CV or resume along with their current salary, expected salary, and earliest possible joining date. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of discussions.

Applications should be submitted to the employer’s human resources contact.