Government Relation Director

Location
Hanoi, Vietnam

Company and Job Overview
A global event organisation delivering large-scale international conferences and exhibitions that connect senior stakeholders and drive industry-wide collaboration.

Job Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with government bodies, ministries, authorities, and industry associations at central and local levels.

• Lead all government liaison activities related to exhibitions, conferences, and business operations in Vietnam.

• Secure permits, licenses, approvals, and official endorsements required for events and business setup.

• Act as the key advisor to senior management on regulatory, policy, and compliance matters.

• Monitor changes in laws, regulations, and government policies impacting events, trade fairs, and foreign businesses.

• Support strategic partnerships with state‑owned entities and public organisations.

• Represent the company in meetings with government stakeholders and official forums.

• Coordinate closely with Operations, Sales, and Event teams to ensure regulatory readiness for all events.

• Manage potential risks related to government compliance and public affairs.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Public Policy, Law, International Relations, Business, or related fields.

• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or regulatory roles.

• Strong network within Vietnamese government authorities and relevant ministries.

• Solid understanding of Vietnam’s regulatory and licensing environment, especially related to events, exhibitions, or foreign investment.

• Experience working with multinational or foreign‑invested companies is highly preferred.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Fluent in Vietnamese and English.

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and political sensitivity.