Job Description

About us:
One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team. What you'll do:
One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more four decades, Viasat has helped craft how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and build an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
Viasat, Inc. seeks an experienced professional to head the Middle Eastern portion of our regulatory affairs team. This position reports to the Deputy Chief Government Affairs & Regulatory Officer and provides a competitive salary and performance-based bonus, and a full range of benefits. The day-to-day:
You must be diligent and proactive, show excellent business judgment, employ effective strategic and tactical thinking, and have the ability to work both collaboratively and independently in a supportive, team environment. In addition, you are expected to:

• Establish a Middle Eastern strategy with key regulators and other key influencers in the fields of telecommunications, spectrum and space-related matters that furthers Viasat's business interests, and enhances awareness of Viasat's mission, products and services, with governments across the Middle East.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with government officials, trade associations, policy organizations and other relevant partners, including day-to-day lobbying with relevant officials.
• Represent Viasat on regulatory and other policy matters, providing strategic and tactical direction, and championing the company's interests.
• Create, organize and lead cross-functional teams.
• Proactively and timely report on relevant developments.
• Work closely with industry allies.
• Engage Viasat's leadership, legal and commercial teams where appropriate.
• Monitor expected and pending regulatory and other policy developments.
• Support regional market access requirements.
• Develop suitable advocacy materials and campaigns.

What you'll need:

• Proven track record with government bodies, trade associations, and policy organizations in the Middle East with telecommunications, spectrum, and space-related responsibilities (at least 10 years' experience).
• Ability to develop and complete strategic and tactical plans, delivering exceptional business results and impact, and adapting in the face of obstacles.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences as well as extensive experience in internal and external partner management.
• Willingness to provide regular and timely reports and updates.
• Willingness and ability to operate in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate fully, clearly, and effectively, both orally and in writing, with leadership and teammates.
• Ability to take initiative and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to rise to unexpected challenges in new areas and learn new subject matter.
• Thorough knowledge of broadband communications, and radio frequency spectrum technology preferred.
• Willingness to participate in industry and political events.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.

What will help you on the job:
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