Manager International & Government Relations - China

Role Overview

Manager International & Government Relations - China at Esports Foundation, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Full-time position reporting to the Director International & Government Relations.

Role Purpose

Lead the Esports Foundation's engagement with key international stakeholders, with particular focus on China. Act as the primary liaison for Chinese partners, institutions, and government representatives, ensuring culturally informed, strategic collaboration aligned with EF's objectives and Saudi governmental priorities. Support the development and execution of market-specific engagement strategies, enable high-impact partnerships, and facilitate diplomatic interactions across public and private sector stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Lead and manage relationships with Chinese stakeholders, including publishers, partners, and institutional entities.
• Act as a key liaison with Chinese government representatives and regulatory bodies.
• Develop and manage strategic relationships with international stakeholders, with priority on China.
• Prove ability to manage high-level stakeholder relationships across public and private sectors.

Strategy & Market Intelligence

• Navigate cultural, political, and business dynamics to enable effective collaboration and trust-building.
• Provide internal guidance on China market dynamics, risks, and opportunities.
• Support partnership structuring, stakeholder mapping, and engagement strategies specific to China.
• Identify opportunities to expand EF's global footprint through strategic collaborations.
• Support the development and execution of EF's international engagement strategy.

Partnership Development

• Lead the development of partnerships and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) aligned with EF objectives.
• Monitor and drive the execution of joint initiatives with partners to ensure impact.
• Contribute to defining operating models, governance, and coordination mechanisms across stakeholders.

Diplomatic & Government Engagement

• Facilitate high-level delegations, official visits, and bilateral engagements.
• Facilitate high-level meetings with government entities and strategic partners.
• Align international initiatives with Saudi national priorities and broader diplomatic objectives.
• Represent EF in international forums, industry events, and stakeholder engagements.

Communications & Alignment

• Ensure effective communication across languages and cultural contexts.
• Support alignment of messaging with government priorities in collaboration with Media & PR teams.
• Promote esports as a strategic platform for economic, technological, and cultural collaboration.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Business Administration, Political Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in international relations, government affairs, partnerships, or similar roles.
• Proven experience working with Chinese stakeholders or within the China market.
• Experience engaging with government entities or regulatory bodies.

Skills & Competencies

• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese, spoken and written (required).
• Strong understanding of Chinese business culture, regulatory environment, and stakeholder landscape.
• Strong negotiation, diplomacy, and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience working in complex, international, and cross-cultural environments.
• Exposure to esports, gaming, or technology sectors is a plus.

Additional Information

• Relocation support.
• Transportation allowance.
• Housing allowance.
• Competitive compensation.
• VIP medical insurance.
• Opportunity to work on a new, exciting project with a group of passionate professionals, with freedom to excel and make a real impact.