Government Relations & Corporate Business Manager

About the role

An experienced and proactive Government Relations and Corporate Business Manager is sought, based in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The role leads local government liaison, maintains high-level government relationships, manages corporate public affairs and oversees external business coordination, ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting stable local business development.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the main contact for local government authorities, industry institutions and key external stakeholders, building long-term stable government and public relations.
• Lead permit applications, administrative approvals, compliance filings and government documentation, ensuring operations comply with local laws and regulations.
• Organize government visits, external receptions, business negotiations and public affairs communication.
• Monitor local political policies, industry regulations and policy changes, providing analysis and risk advice on projects and operations.
• Manage and guide liaison staff, optimize external business processes and handle public crises and unexpected government issues to protect the company's brand and project interests.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or above; majors in Public Administration, International Trade, Law, Business Administration or related fields preferred.
• Solid experience in government relations, corporate affairs, public relations or foreign enterprise external management; a mature local government network in the DRC is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with DRC administrative procedures, policy systems and compliance requirements.
• Fluent English; proficiency in French is a mandatory advantage.
• Proven managerial experience in external liaison or government relations in overseas enterprises.

Required skills

• High-level communication, negotiation, problem-solving and cross-departmental coordination.
• Professional business etiquette, strong pressure resistance and strategic thinking.

What we offer

• Full-time formal employment contract with statutory social benefits in line with DRC labour law.
• Independent management scope and full authority over local government and corporate business work.
• Overseas development platform with government resource accumulation and career growth opportunities.
• Standard overseas welfare system, stable working environment and professional team support.