Port Senior Government Integration Specialist - Saudi National

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Jazan
Office
R173330
Technical Specialties
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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Port Senior Government Integration Specialist to join our team! In this role you will act as the strategic liaison between the Port Authority and all relevant government entities to ensure alignment of port operations with national policies and international regulations. The role focuses on government integration, stakeholder coordination, and compliance oversight, while strengthening the port’s position as a key national and international logistics hub.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Lead integration with government agencies to ensure smooth operations and alignment with national priorities.
  • Represent the Port Authority in official meetings with ministries, authorities, and international maritime organizations.
  • Draft and implement Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and cooperation agreements with government and intergovernmental entities.
  • Ensure port operator compliance with government requirements (customs, security, environmental, health).
  • Provide recommendations to senior management on challenges and opportunities related to government relations.
  • Monitor and analyze new regulations and policies affecting the port sector and submit policy briefs to leadership.
  • Coordinate joint initiatives, projects, and committees with government stakeholders.
  • Prepare periodic reports for senior management on government integration status and emerging issues.
  • Serve as the Port Authority's representative with international maritime organizations including IMO, IALA, GCC Seaports Council, ECA, Riyadh MoU, UKHO, and other applicable bodies.
  • Act as the liaison with national agencies occupying Port premises (e.g., Customs, Border Control), ensuring compliance with respective MoUs and government mandates.
  • Coordinate with government stakeholders on issues related to port operations, sovereignty, infrastructure, and national interests.
  • Support legal and compliance investigations related to government interactions or regulatory violations at the Port.
  • Facilitate communication and coordination between the Port Authority and port users, agents, service providers, and government-linked stakeholders.
  • Provide regular reports and updates to senior management regarding regulatory trends, compliance risks, and stakeholder concerns.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, International Relations, or related field.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in government relations, stakeholder engagement, or institutional integration, preferably within the port or maritime sector.
  • Proven experience dealing with governmental and intergovernmental maritime organizations.
  • Skills & Competencies:
  • Familiarity with government procedures within ports (customs, security, environment, health).
  • Strong leadership, negotiation, and contract management skills.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
  • Fluent in English, both written and spoken; knowledge of Arabic is a plus.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with port operation and audit software is a plus.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

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Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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