Position:<\/span><\/span><\/b> Strategic Advisor – Energy Diplomacy & Policy Affairs
Location:<\/b> Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Relocation Support:<\/b> Available
Function:<\/b> Energy Policy, Diplomacy, Strategic Affairs
Employment Type:<\/b> Full -time, Senior Advisory Role
Travel:<\/b> Frequent international and regional travel expectedRole Summary
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A senior -level strategic advisory role supporting top -tier national leadership in advancing the country’s global energy and sustainability agenda. This position demands deep expertise in energy policy, diplomacy, and geopolitical strategy — and requires the ability to operate at the intersection of international relations, energy transition, and political influence.
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The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the country’s voice across multilateral platforms, building bilateral and regional alliances, and offering forward -looking strategic counsel on global energy trends and risks.
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Key Responsibilities<\/b>
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<\/li>Advise national leadership on regional and global energy policy developments, with a strong focus on alignment with long -term national sustainability, energy transition, and investment objectives.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>Lead engagement strategy for major global energy dialogues and summits (e.g., OPEC+ platforms, G20 Energy tracks, sustainability summits).<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>Prepare high -impact policy papers, talking points, negotiation strategies, and briefing materials for senior -level diplomatic and governmental engagements.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>Multilateral Relations & Political Positioning
<\/span><\/span><\/li>Represent national interests (or support senior representation) in high -level forums such as IEA, IRENA, World Energy Council, and international financial institutions.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>Coordinate with international stakeholders — governments, multilateral organizations, think tanks — to harmonize positioning and shape global narratives.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li>Cultivate alliances with strategic partner nations to support the country’s leadership in emerging energy technologies (e.g., hydrogen, CCUS, renewables).
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Strategic Intelligence & Scenario Planning<\/b>
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• Analyze global energy trends across oil, gas, nuclear, renewables, and hydrogen; assess implications for national energy security and economic policy.
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• Develop risk frameworks to anticipate the impact of geopolitical shifts and regulatory developments on national energy objectives.
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• Lead or contribute to scenario -building exercises to inform strategic decisions and long -term planning.
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Institutional Coordination & Legacy Building<\/b>
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• Ensure cross -agency alignment between national entities (e.g., energy, infrastructure, investment, and foreign affairs bodies).
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• Facilitate continuity in long -term energy diplomacy efforts — including knowledge transfer, documentation, and strategic archives of national initiatives.
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• Mentor junior policy staff and contribute to building a durable institutional memory around strategic energy projects and multilateral leadership efforts.

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Requirements<\/h3>

Required Qualifications & Experience<\/b>
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• 15–20 years of relevant experience in energy diplomacy, strategic policy, or multilateral affairs.
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• Proven track record in high -level advisory roles involving international energy negotiations or government relations.
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• Deep understanding of geopolitical energy dynamics and the global energy transition (hydrogen, CCUS, renewables, energy security).
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• Experience in multilateral institutions, diplomatic missions, international think tanks, or government ministries (energy, foreign affairs, climate).
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• Master’s degree required in one of the following: International Relations, Energy Policy/Economics, Public Policy, Political Science, or International Law. A Ph.D. is highly desirable.
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• Native -level English required; other languages (Arabic, French, Mandarin) are a plus.
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Success Profile<\/b><\/div><\/div>

• Strategist with strong political instinct and an ability to see around corners
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• Experienced negotiator who understands how to manage perceptions, build coalitions, and drive consensus
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• Thought leader who can distil complex energy issues into clear, actionable strategies
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• Discreet, trusted, and capable of engaging comfortably with senior leadership
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