Public Relations & Government Liaison

Job Summary

Public Relations Government Liaison (Role Overview): Responsible for managing and strengthening relationships with the Government of India, relevant Ministries, Departments, State Government authorities, and other key government stakeholders. Specific ministries are Ministry of Agriculture, Consumer affairs and Finance.

Act as a key interface between the organization and government authorities to facilitate project coordination, government approvals, official communication, stakeholder engagement of various projects that we get from time to time.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain professional relationships with Government of India Ministries, Departments, State Government authorities, and other relevant government stakeholders.
• Act as the primary liaison between the organization and government authorities for project-related matters.
• Facilitate government coordination, project discussions, meetings, and official communication
• Support the organization in obtaining required government approvals, permissions, clearances, and authorizations.
• Coordinate with government officials for project implementation, progress monitoring, and resolution of project-related matters.
• Prepare and coordinate official letters, proposals, project documents, presentations, reports, and submissions required by government authorities.
• Ensure timely follow-up with concerned government departments on approvals, submissions, decisions, and pending matters.
• Coordinate with internal Technical, Projects, Sales, Finance, Legal, and Management teams to fulfil government project requirements.
• Represent the organization in government meetings, project reviews, conferences, workshops, and official engagements.
• Provide management with updates and guidance on government policies, schemes, procedures, and developments relevant to our business from time to time.
• Identify and build relationships with key government stakeholders and decision-makers relevant to current and future agriculture projects.
• Support the identification of new government initiatives, schemes, projects, and opportunities related to agriculture and allied sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Agriculture, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Postgraduate qualification in Public Administration, Government Relations, Public Relations, or a related field will be an advantage.
• Strong understanding of Government of India and State Government structures and processes.

Experience

• 15+ years of relevant experience in Government Relations, Government Liaison, Public Affairs, Government Administration, or Government Projects.
• Experience in dealing with Central/State Government departments, Ministries, PSUs, government agencies, or statutory authorities.
• Experience in handling government projects, approvals, permissions, tenders, schemes, and official coordination.

Preferred Experience

• Retired/retiring senior Government officers or senior professionals with extensive government liaison experience will be preferred.
• Experience with Ministry of Agriculture /Consumer affairs / Agriculture Departments / agri-related government bodies or co-operatives will be highly preferred.
• Strong existing professional relationships/network with senior government officials and decision-makers.

Key Competencies

• Strong Government Relations Liaison skills
• Excellent Public Relations Stakeholder Management
• Strong government networking and relationship-building skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Good understanding of government policies, schemes, processes, and protocols
• Strong follow-up and coordination skills
• Ability to manage senior-level government interactions
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability
• Strong presentation and representation skills
• Professionalism, integrity, and discretion

Location

Gurgaon / Delhi

Contact for the Position

Ms. Priyanka Sarode

Assistant Manager - HR

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