43 Government jobs in Qatar

Role Overview:

As the Government Affairs Lead for countrywide operations, you will design and execute strategies to build trust with government entities, policymakers, and regulatory bodies.

This role is critical to establishing Keeta’s presence, ensuring compliance, and advocating for policies that support our mission.

You’ll operate in a lean, cross-functional startup environment, requiring agility, creativity, and the ability to navigate ambiguity.

Key Responsibilities:

1.Develop and implement a countrywide government affairs strategy aligned with business priorities.

2.Build and maintain relationships with key government stakeholders at the countrywide, regional, and municipal levels.

3.Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, providing actionable insights to internal teams.

4.Advocate for policies that foster innovation while mitigating risks to operations.

Collaborate with legal, communications, and business teams to align government outreach with company goals.

5.Represent Keeta in industry associations, public forums, and policy dialogues.

6.Proactively address potential regulatory challenges and crisis scenarios.

7.Support the growth of cross-functional teams by providing regulatory guidance in early-stage initiatives

Requirement：

1.10+ years in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory roles, preferably in tech, telecom, or digital services.

2.Deep understanding of countrywide political dynamics and legislative processes.

3.Established network with government institutions and policymakers.

4.Strong analytical skills to translate complex regulations into business impacts.

5.Proven ability to work independently in unstructured environments.

6.Exceptional communication skills in English and the local language; fluency in Arabic is a plus.

7.Advanced degree in Public Policy, Law, Political Science, or related field preferred.

What We Offer:

1.Opportunity to shape Keeta’s foundational government strategy in a critical market.

2.Flexibility to innovate in a lean, mission-driven team.

3.Competitive compensation and equity package.

4.Cross-functional exposure to global operations.

Preferred Attributes:

1.Experience scaling government relations functions in a high-growth organization.

2.Background in startups or fast-moving industries (e.g., fintech, e-commerce).

3.Knowledge of digital economy regulations, data privacy, or emerging tech policy.

The Red Hat MENA Sales Team is looking for an experienced Account Executive to join us in Qatar.

As an Account Executive is a sales professional responsible for developing and maintaining strong business relationships with clients. The primary focus of the role is to generate revenue by selling products or services to new and existing customers. Account Executives play a crucial role in the growth and success of a company by identifying potential opportunities, understanding client needs, and effectively presenting solutions that meet those needs. You will own the overall responsibility for the government sector accounts and manage the relationship with the internal stakeholders.

What You Will Do

Regularly engage with clients to understand their evolving needs and provide solutions that align with their business objectives.

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries, concerns, and issues in a timely and professional manner.

Prepare and deliver persuasive sales presentations, product demonstrations, and proposals to potential clients.

Handle price negotiations and contract discussions to close deals while maintaining profitability for the company.

Collaborate with internal teams, such as marketing, customer support, and product development, to ensure client needs are met effectively.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date sales records, activity reports, and client information using CRM software.

Provide regular sales forecasts and performance updates to sales management, helping to assess progress and make informed decisions.

Position Red Hat all levels of the organization with focus on C-level executives and maintain existing and develop new relationships

Develop and implement strategic plans to grow the accounts in terms of business volume and relationships

Manage complex sales cycles from prospecting to closing

Actively drive activities with your team members to effectively support your business goals and long term strategies that will increase the overall customer satisfaction

What You Will Bring

Hands-on experience selling within the software market with specific government sector accounts expertise

Proven experience as an Account Executive or in a similar sales role selling SW solutions; understanding the opportunities that exist within this market segment

Outstanding track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets in selling complex solutions to large organizations and multiple decision makers

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients, and internal engineering, commercial, and executive levels

Solid understanding of market dynamics, including customer needs, processes, offerings, and competition

Exceptional presentation and negotiation abilities

Strong business acumen and understanding of sales processes

Familiarity with CRM software and other sales-related tools

Self-motivated and result-oriented with the ability to perform within a highly dynamic environment & regionally distributed team

Business acumen with ability to demonstrate creativity and innovative thinking

Strong negotiation, presentation, and time management skills

Fluent Arabic and English language skills

Nice to Have

Understanding of open source software

LI-AM4

About Red Hat

is the world's leading provider of enterprise software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.

Inclusion at Red Hat

Red Hat's culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions that compose our global village.

Equal Opportunity Policy (EEO)

Red Hat is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Red Hat does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or any other payment related to unsolicited resumes or CVs except as required in a written contract between Red Hat and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.

Red Hat supports individuals with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations to job applicants. If you need assistance completing our online job application, email . General inquiries, such as those regarding the status of a job application, will not receive a reply.

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Job Summary

The Red Hat MENA Sales Team is looking for an experienced Account Executive to join us in Qatar.

As an Account Executive is a sales professional responsible for developing and maintaining strong business relationships with clients. The primary focus of the role is to generate revenue by selling products or services to new and existing customers. Account Executives play a crucial role in the growth and success of a company by identifying potential opportunities, understanding client needs, and effectively presenting solutions that meet those needs. You will own the overall responsibility for the government sector accounts and manage the relationship with the internal stakeholders.

What You Will Do

• Regularly engage with clients to understand their evolving needs and provide solutions that align with their business objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries, concerns, and issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Prepare and deliver persuasive sales presentations, product demonstrations, and proposals to potential clients.
• Handle price negotiations and contract discussions to close deals while maintaining profitability for the company.
• Collaborate with internal teams, such as marketing, customer support, and product development, to ensure client needs are met effectively.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date sales records, activity reports, and client information using CRM software.
• Provide regular sales forecasts and performance updates to sales management, helping to assess progress and make informed decisions.
• Position Red Hat all levels of the organization with focus on C-level executives and maintain existing and develop new relationships
• Develop and implement strategic plans to grow the accounts in terms of business volume and relationships
• Manage complex sales cycles from prospecting to closing
• Actively drive activities with your team members to effectively support your business goals and long term strategies that will increase the overall customer satisfaction
  
  

• Hands-on experience selling within the software market with specific government sector accounts expertise
• Proven experience as an Account Executive or in a similar sales role selling SW solutions; understanding the opportunities that exist within this market segment
• Outstanding track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets in selling complex solutions to large organizations and multiple decision makers
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients, and internal engineering, commercial, and executive levels
• Solid understanding of market dynamics, including customer needs, processes, offerings, and competition
• Exceptional presentation and negotiation abilities
• Strong business acumen and understanding of sales processes
• Familiarity with CRM software and other sales-related tools
• Self-motivated and result-oriented with the ability to perform within a highly dynamic environment & regionally distributed team
• Business acumen with ability to demonstrate creativity and innovative thinking
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and time management skills
• Fluent Arabic and English language skills
  
  

• Understanding of open source software
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Sales and Business Development
• Industries Software Development and IT Services and IT Consulting

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The Red Hat MENA Sales Team is looking for an experienced Account Executive to join us in Qatar.

As an Account Executive is a sales professional responsible for developing and maintaining strong business relationships with clients. The primary focus of the role is to generate revenue by selling products or services to new and existing customers. Account Executives play a crucial role in the growth and success of a company by identifying potential opportunities, understanding client needs, and effectively presenting solutions that meet those needs. You will own the overall responsibility for the government sector accounts and manage the relationship with the internal stakeholders.

What You Will Do

Regularly engage with clients to understand their evolving needs and provide solutions that align with their business objectives.

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries, concerns, and issues in a timely and professional manner.

Prepare and deliver persuasive sales presentations, product demonstrations, and proposals to potential clients.

Handle price negotiations and contract discussions to close deals while maintaining profitability for the company.

Collaborate with internal teams, such as marketing, customer support, and product development, to ensure client needs are met effectively.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date sales records, activity reports, and client information using CRM software.

Provide regular sales forecasts and performance updates to sales management, helping to assess progress and make informed decisions.

Position Red Hat all levels of the organization with focus on C-level executives and maintain existing and develop new relationships

Develop and implement strategic plans to grow the accounts in terms of business volume and relationships

Manage complex sales cycles from prospecting to closing

Actively drive activities with your team members to effectively support your business goals and long term strategies that will increase the overall customer satisfaction

What You Will Bring

Hands-on experience selling within the software market with specific government sector accounts expertise

Proven experience as an Account Executive or in a similar sales role selling SW solutions; understanding the opportunities that exist within this market segment

Outstanding track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets in selling complex solutions to large organizations and multiple decision makers

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients, and internal engineering, commercial, and executive levels

Solid understanding of market dynamics, including customer needs, processes, offerings, and competition

Exceptional presentation and negotiation abilities

Strong business acumen and understanding of sales processes

Familiarity with CRM software and other sales-related tools

Self-motivated and result-oriented with the ability to perform within a highly dynamic environment & regionally distributed team

Business acumen with ability to demonstrate creativity and innovative thinking

Strong negotiation, presentation, and time management skills

Fluent Arabic and English language skills

Nice to Have

Understanding of open source software

LI-AM4

About Red Hat

is the world’s leading provider of enterprise software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.

Inclusion at Red Hat

Red Hat’s culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions that compose our global village.

Equal Opportunity Policy (EEO)

Red Hat is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Red Hat does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or any other payment related to unsolicited resumes or CVs except as required in a written contract between Red Hat and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.

Red Hat supports individuals with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations to job applicants. If you need assistance completing our online job application, email . General inquiries, such as those regarding the status of a job application, will not receive a reply.