Job DescriptionAssistant Manager –

- External Relations &
- SecurityDepartment

External Relations

Location

Jaisalmer

Job Purpose To support the organization's project development and operational objectives by managing relationships with government authorities, regulatory agencies, local communities, industry bodies, and security stakeholders. The role is responsible for facilitating approvals, strengthening stakeholder engagement, ensuring effective security coordination, and mitigating external risks impacting business operations.

Key ResponsibilitiesGovernment &

- Regulatory Relations

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with central, state, and local government authorities.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies for obtaining statutory approvals, permits, licenses, and clearances.
- Monitor developments in government policies, regulations, and industry guidelines relevant to business operations.
- Coordinate with departments and authorities to facilitate timely approvals and resolve project-related issues.
- Support compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.

Stakeholder &

- Community Engagement

- Build and maintain positive relationships with local communities, village leaders, influential stakeholders, and external agencies.
- Support stakeholder engagement activities for project development, construction, and operational phases.
- Address stakeholder concerns and facilitate timely resolution of grievances.
- Represent the organization in discussions with external stakeholders as required.
- Foster a positive operating environment for business and project activities.

Security Coordination &

- Risk Management

- Liaise with local police, district administration, intelligence agencies, and security authorities to support site security requirements.
- Coordinate with external security agencies and internal security teams to ensure effective implementation of security measures.
- Identify, assess,



and monitor potential security threats and socio-political risks impacting business operations.
- Support the development and implementation of security protocols, emergency response plans, and crisis management initiatives.
- Facilitate security-related permissions, approvals, and compliance requirements.
- Assist in handling security incidents, community disputes, protests, and law-and-order challenges affecting project sites.
- Maintain robust relationships with local stakeholders to proactively mitigate operational and security risks.

Project Support &

- Coordination

- Support project teams in obtaining land-related approvals, permits, and external clearances.
- Coordinate site visits, government inspections, and stakeholder meetings.
- Facilitate smooth communication between project teams and external stakeholders.
- Track key action items and support issue resolution to ensure project timelines are met.

Reporting &

- Documentation

- Maintain records of stakeholder engagements, approvals, licenses, permits, and security-related matters.
- Prepare MIS reports, presentations, and management updates on external relations and security activities.
- Keep track of regulatory developments, stakeholder concerns, and security risks affecting operations.

Educational Qualification

- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Law, or related discipline.
- MBA/Postgraduate qualification preferred.

Experience

- 5-8 years of experience in External Relations, Corporate Affairs, Government Relations, Public Affairs, Security Coordination, Land &
- Permitting, or Project Development.
- Experience in the Renewable Energy, Power, Infrastructure, Manufacturing, Mining, or Industrial sectors preferred.

Key Skills

- Government Liaison &
- Regulatory Affairs
- External Relations &
- Public Affairs
- Stakeholder Management
- Security Coordination &
- Risk Management
- Community Relations
- Land Acquisition &
- Permitting
- Negotiation &
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis Management

📌 Assistant Manager-External Relations (Jaisalmer)
🏢 Sembcorp Industries
📍 Jaisalmer