COMMERCIAL SUPERVISOR (Government & Stakeholder Relations)

• Manage government relations and regulatory affairs on behalf of Twyford International Uganda.
• Maintain professional relationships with relevant government ministries, departments, agencies, and regulators.
• Monitor government policies, regulations, and developments that may affect company operations.
• Advise management on relevant regulatory requirements and potential business implications.
• Support the company in maintaining compliance with applicable government regulations.

• Facilitate the acquisition and renewal of necessary permits, licences, certificates, and operational approvals.
• Coordinate with government agencies and regulatory authorities to ensure timely processing of applications.
• Follow up on regulatory documentation and approvals required for business operations.
• Identify and address potential delays or challenges affecting regulatory approvals.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders.
• Engage industrial park management and authorities on matters affecting company operations.
• Maintain constructive relationships with community leaders and representatives.
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings and consultations.
• Promote positive relationships between the company, government, communities, and other stakeholders.

• Monitor changes in laws, regulations, policies, and government directives.
• Assess how regulatory changes may affect the company's operations.
• Provide timely updates and recommendations to management.
• Support management in making informed decisions regarding regulatory and government affairs.

• Identify and resolve operational and regulatory challenges.
• Liaise with relevant government authorities when issues arise.
• Escalate significant regulatory or stakeholder matters to management.
• Develop practical solutions that support uninterrupted business operations.

• Represent Twyford International Uganda in government, regulatory, community, and stakeholder meetings.
• Participate in negotiations with government institutions and other external stakeholders.
• Communicate the company's interests professionally and effectively.
• Maintain strong working relationships while protecting the company's commercial interests.

• Prepare regular reports on government relations and stakeholder activities.
• Prepare briefing materials for management meetings.
• Provide updates on permits, licences, regulatory matters, and stakeholder engagements.
• Maintain accurate records of government and stakeholder interactions.

• Identify opportunities to improve the company's operating environment.
• Work with stakeholders to address challenges affecting business operations.
• Support initiatives that improve operational efficiency and regulatory relationships.
• Drive positive results through effective government and stakeholder engagement.

• A Bachelor's degree or higher in:
  • Business Administration
  • Public Administration
  • Law
  • International Relations
  • Political Science
  • or another related field.
• 6–10 years of relevant professional experience in government relations, public affairs, regulatory affairs, commercial liaison, or a related area.
• Proven experience working in or with industrial parks, industrial zones, manufacturing environments, or similar business settings.
• Demonstrated ability to engage government institutions, regulators, communities, and other stakeholders.

• Government relations
• Public affairs
• Regulatory affairs
• Commercial liaison
• Stakeholder management
• Government permits and licences
• Regulatory compliance
• Industrial park operations
• Community engagement
• Government negotiations
• Business environment management

• Strong understanding of government structures and regulatory processes.
• Ability to interpret and monitor regulatory developments.
• Understanding of permits, licences, approvals, and compliance requirements.

• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with government officials and community leaders.
• Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong report-writing abilities.
• Ability to prepare professional briefing documents.
• Confident representation of the company in meetings and negotiations.

• Understanding of business operations and commercial environments.
• Ability to identify regulatory risks and business opportunities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Results-oriented approach.

• Fluent English is required.
• Knowledge of local Ugandan languages is an added advantage.

• A valid driving permit is required.
• Willingness to travel frequently as part of stakeholder and government engagement activities.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
• High level of professionalism and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced business environment.

• Government Relations
• Public Affairs
• Regulatory Affairs
• Corporate Affairs
• Stakeholder Relations
• Commercial Management
• External Relations
• Corporate Government Liaison
• Industrial Relations
• Business Development

• Government relations experience
• Public affairs experience
• Regulatory affairs
• Stakeholder engagement
• Government agency relationships
• Industrial park or industrial zone experience
• Permits and licensing
• Regulatory compliance
• Community engagement
• Negotiation experience
• Government meetings and representation
• Report writing
• Commercial liaison
• Driving experience and valid driving permit
• Knowledge of Ugandan government institutions and regulatory frameworks

1. Tell us about your experience in government relations.
2. Which government agencies have you worked with?
3. How have you handled a delayed permit or regulatory approval?
4. Describe your experience working with an industrial park or industrial zone.
5. How would you manage a conflict between a company and a community?
6. How do you monitor changes in government regulations?
7. Describe a difficult negotiation you successfully handled.
8. How would you build relationships with government stakeholders?
9. How do you ensure management is informed about regulatory changes?
10. Why are you suitable for the Commercial Supervisor – Government & Stakeholder Relations position?