The Role
We are seeking a dynamic MacroRegion Public Policy and Government Affairs Manager to lead inDrive’s public policy strategy, government engagement, and regulatory efforts across the region. The role requires strong experience in navigating complex policy landscapes, managing licensing processes, and building high-impact relationships with key stakeholders. Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in GR or regulatory affairs and a proven ability to drive results in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
Responsibilities
- Own the MENA public affairs strategy and execution across 6+ countries (priorities, roadmaps, and stakeholder coverage).
- Lead licensing and regulatory engagement: ride-hailing/TNC rules, driver requirements, safety/consumer protection, data/privacy, local entity rules, and enforcement.
- Multi-stakeholder engagement: developing relationships with NGOs, trade unions, and academia on ride-hailing issues.
- Build and maintain senior relationships with regulators, ministries, and municipalities; manage taxi sensitivity and public narrative risks.
- Run multi-market issue management and crisis response (crackdowns, competitor pressure, political shifts) with clear escalation and playbooks.
- Translate policy into business actions with cross-functional teams; support launches, expansions, and market “fix” programs.
- Lead, coach, and develop a 3–4 person regional team; manage external advisors where needed.
Qualifications
- 5–10+ years in Public Affairs / GR / regulatory policy (ideally in mobility, tech platforms, telecom, fintech, logistics, or other regulated sectors).
- Proven multi-country ownership with measurable regulatory outcomes (licenses, reforms, enforcement stabilization).
- Strong leadership experience (team management and/or complex cross-functional leadership).
- Excellent judgment under pressure; strong written and verbal communication (briefings, memos, stakeholder packs).
- Fluent English.
Good To have:
- Arabic and/or French.
- Direct experience with ride-hailing / gig economy topics (driver regulation, labor issues, pricing constraints, safety, consumer protection, data localization).
- Existing MENA stakeholder network and experience operating in high-sensitivity environments.
Conditions & Benefits
- Help us challenge injustice by creating fair choices for millions of people across 1100+ cities in 48 countries.
- Develop your professional skills with access to mentoring, career consulting, and learning programs.
- Collaborate with teams around the world and gain international experience through our Global Talent Exchange Program.
- Engage in company-wide challenges, awards, sports activities, employee-led social impact and volunteering projects.
- Work alongside people who take initiative, speak openly, and challenge themselves to grow.
- Improve your language skills through co-financed courses and internal speaking clubs.
Final benefits may vary depending on the location
About
inDrive is a global tech company on a mission to challenge injustice. We started in 2012 in the coldest city on Earth, when a group of friends created a way for people to agree on fair ride prices. That idea grew into one of the world’s top ride-hailing apps, now with 360M installs across 48 countries.Today, we offer more than rides: from freight and delivery to intercity travel and financial services, all designed to put people first. Our goal is to positively impact 1 billion lives by 2030. Through inVision, our non-profit arm, we support education, entrepreneurship, and equality in underserved communities.Ready to ignite your inner drive?
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The Company
What We Do
inDrive is a global IT and transportation platform inDrive is one of the world’s fastest growing online ride-hailing services. Its services are available in over 749 cities in 46 countries throughout the world. The Company’s app has been downloaded over 150 million times. inDrive offers other services, including intercity transportation, freight and cargo services, as well as delivery services in different markets of operations. inDrive is based in Mountain View, California, and operates regional hubs in the Americas, Asia, the Middle East, Africa and the countries of the CIS, and employs over 2,000 people. In early 2021, inDrive achieved unicorn status after closing a $140m investment round with Insight Partners, General Catalyst, and Bond Capital, which valued the company at $1.23 billion.
