Stakeholder Manager

About the role

ARADA is expanding its portfolio of residential, mixed‑use, retail, hospitality and lifestyle destinations in Syria. The Stakeholder Manager will lead all interactions with government authorities, secure design approvals and coordinate regulatory processes across the development pipeline.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between ARADA and Syrian government bodies, municipalities and regulatory agencies.
• Develop and execute authority engagement strategies from concept through construction.
• Lead end‑to‑end preparation, submission and tracking of permits, approvals and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate with design, development, project management, consultants and contractors to ensure submission packages meet Syrian codes and regulations.
• Monitor approval timelines, flag potential delays and implement mitigation actions.
• Maintain structured reporting on authority feedback, revisions and final decisions.

Required profile

• Extensive experience managing regulatory approvals for large‑scale real‑estate, master‑planning or mixed‑use projects.
• Deep knowledge of Syrian design code compliance and submission requirements.
• Proven ability to build and sustain relationships with government officials and regulatory entities.
• Strong organizational and communication skills to guide internal teams through approval processes.

Required skills

• Understanding of Syrian building codes and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience preparing and reviewing compliance documentation for authorities.