Government Relations Officer
| Desired Experience in Years | : | 5-10 Years |
| Number of Openings | : | 1 |
| Location/s | : | Delhi |
| Salary Range | : | 5 LPA to 8 LPA Plus Other Allowances |
RDP is a leading IT Hardware brand promoting “Make in India” (MII) by Designing & Manufacturing of Laptop PC, Desktop PC, Tablet PC, All in One PC, Servers and Workstations in Hyderabad, India. We Just reached 12 Years but have a presence across PAN India.
We are aspiring to be in a Leadership position in the Government segment now and very soon in all segments. Hence, we are looking for one GRO who can help us build a prosperous & harmonious relationship with the Govt. Officials and help us enhance the sales in Govt. Segment.
A Government Relations Officer (GRO) will be responsible for managing the relationship between a company and government entities. The role involves monitoring policy changes, lobbying for legislative or regulatory changes that align with the company's goals, and building relationships with government officials and agencies.
A GRO develops and implements strategies for engaging with government officials and agencies, advocating for policies that align with the company's interests. They build and maintain relationships with government officials at all levels, lobby government officials to change policies or regulations that could have an impact on the company's operations or bottom line, and conduct research and analysis on policies and regulations that could affect the company.
GROs also monitor legislative and regulatory developments at the local, state, and federal levels, manage the budget for government relations activities, and coordinate the activities of a team of government relations professionals. Additionally, they ensure that the company is in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations related to government relations activities.
To be successful in this role, GROs need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, political savvy, and a deep understanding of government policies and regulations. A degree in political science, public policy, or a related field is typically required, and prior experience in government relations or lobbying is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
Top 10 Job Responsibilities:
Monitor government policies and regulations: The PRO should monitor the latest government policies and regulations that could potentially impact the company's operations. This would include legislative proposals, executive orders, and other government initiatives.
Build relationships with key government officials: The PRO should build and maintain relationships with key government officials who have the power to influence policies and regulations that impact the company. This would involve networking, attending government events, and building trust and rapport with these officials.
Advocate for the company's interests: The PRO should be a strong advocate for the company's interests and provide input on government policies and regulations that could impact the company. They would need to communicate the company's position to government officials and work to influence policy decisions that are favorable to the company.
Provide insight and analysis: The PRO should provide insight and analysis on government policies and regulations and how they could impact the company. This would involve conducting research, analyzing data, and providing advice to senior management on how to adapt to the new environment.
Manage government relations: The PRO should manage the company's relationship with the government and ensure that communication is effective, timely, and accurate.
Coordinate with internal teams: The PRO should work closely with internal teams, including legal, compliance, and regulatory affairs, to ensure that everyone is on the same page when it comes to government relations and activities.
Prepare government reports: The PRO should prepare government reports, such as compliance reports or lobbying disclosure reports, that accurately reflect the company's activities and comply with government regulations.
Monitor political developments: The PRO should stay up-to-date with the latest political developments that could impact the company and adjust the company's government relations strategy accordingly.
Manage budgets: The PRO should manage the government relations budget and allocate resources effectively to achieve maximum impact.
Provide crisis management: In the event of a crisis or emergency situation, the PRO should be ready to manage the communication between the company and the government, and provide accurate information to government officials to help manage the situation.
Requirements
Top 10 Job Requirements:
Strong knowledge of government policies and regulations: The PRO should have a deep understanding of government policies and regulations that impact the company's industry.
Experience in government relations: The PRO should have experience in building and maintaining relationships with government officials and navigating the complex world of government regulations and policies.
Strong communication skills: The PRO should have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
Analytical skills: The PRO should be able to analyze data, interpret complex regulations, and provide insight and analysis on government policies and their impact on the company.
Networking skills: The PRO should have strong networking skills and the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders in government, including policymakers, regulators, and elected officials.
Political savvy: The PRO should be politically savvy and have an understanding of the political landscape, including key players, trends, and potential policy changes.
Strategic thinking: The PRO should be a strategic thinker and have the ability to develop and execute a government relations strategy that aligns with the company's overall goals and objectives.
Problem-solving skills: The PRO should be able to anticipate and identify potential issues and develop solutions to mitigate the impact on the company.
Attention to detail: The PRO should have strong attention to detail and the ability to ensure that all government reports and communications are accurate and comply with government regulations.
Flexibility: The PRO should be adaptable and able to adjust their approach as government policies and regulations change, and new challenges arise.
Benefits/ Compensation
Salary - Best in the Industry.
Incentive - Best in the Industry.
Medical Policy for the Candidate and Family.
Career Growth.
Company Mission
Current India is walking towards Atmanirbhar Bharat, and the Government of India has taken a huge initiative at the policy-making level to make it happen by releasing the Vision Document on Electronics Manufacturing Roadmap to make India a powerhouse to reach USD 300Bn in electronics manufacturing by 2026 from a current USD 75Bn.
Make in India (MII) is one such subset Initiative where the Government of India has asked all Government Departments (55,000 in GeM) to buy only Make In India IT Hardware products (where local content is 51% or Class 1 Supplier) this has opened the doors for many Indian brands like RDP to take part in nations mission by manufacturing most affordable high quality make in India IT Hardware products from India to the World by becoming Local Champions.
PLI (Production Linked Incentives) is also a special incentive by the Government of India to local manufacturers to be competitive in the global markets.
