Senior External Advisor Middle East

Provide strategic advice on regulatory and policy developments across Middle East. Support engagement with national stakeholders at all levels of seniority, including ministries, regulators, spectrum authorities, space agencies, and other relevant public-sector institutions. Leverage existing relationships to facilitate dialogue and collaboration among government, regulatory, and industry stakeholders. Provide insights on regional dynamics across organisations and institutions such as ASMG, the Arab League, national regulatory authorities, ITU-R, and related bodies. Support the development and execution of advocacy and engagement strategies in regional and multilateral fora. Actively support engagement in relevant meetings, including WRCs, ASMG meetings, ITU-R working groups, and other regional and international processes. Contribute to policy analysis, briefing materials, stakeholder mapping, meeting preparation, and strategic recommendations tailored to regional stakeholders. Identify opportunities for capacity building, partnerships, and strategic engagement across the region Essential 10–15+ years of experience in telecommunications policy, spectrum management, satellite regulation, international regulatory affairs, or related fields. Strong understanding of the regulatory and policy landscape across the Middle East. Strong knowledge of ITU processes, including WRCs, ITU-R working groups, ASMG processes, and regional WRC preparatory activities Experience working with or within: Government ministries Regulatory authorities Spectrum management agencies International or regional organisations Demonstrated experience engaging with ASMG, ITU-R, WRCs, or related international processes Experience as part of a national delegation to a WRC, ASMG, ITU-R meeting, or other relevant regional or international forum would be highly desirable Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English