Government Affairs Lead, Middle East (AI Policy) — Dubai, UAE
About the Opportunity
Cohere — the leading security-first enterprise AI company — is building a Government Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) team with the ambition and expertise to help shape one of the world's most dynamic environments for artificial intelligence and digital innovation. As Government Affairs Lead for the Middle East, you'll help establish and strengthen Cohere's presence across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the other Gulf states — ensuring the company's voice contributes to AI policy, digital transformation, public-sector innovation, procurement, and economic diversification initiatives.
The Role & Impact
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced government affairs professional who thrives at the intersection of government, technology, and public policy — positioning Cohere as a trusted partner supporting the region's ambitions to become a global leader in AI. You'll work alongside experienced policy leaders, collaborate with senior executives, and contribute directly to Cohere's strategic growth in two of the world's fastest-growing AI markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Report directly to Cohere's Head of EMEA Government Affairs & Public Policy
- Partner with senior leadership, legal, public policy, responsible AI, communications, and commercial teams
- Shape Cohere's engagement with governments across the UAE, KSA, and the Gulf
- Contribute to AI policy development, digital transformation, and public-sector innovation initiatives
- Support procurement and economic diversification engagement across the region
What You Bring
- Government affairs or public policy experience in the Middle East — ideally in technology or AI
- Deep understanding of the UAE and Saudi policy and procurement landscape
- Strong stakeholder relationships across government and the private sector
- The ability to represent a frontier AI company at the highest levels
If you want to help shape AI policy in the Gulf at a defining moment, this is the role.
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