Manager, Market Access and Spectrum Policy (MENA)

Telesat (Nasdaq and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 50 years.  Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.   Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world.   The company’s state-of-the-art fleet consists of 14 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite.  For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com The Manager, Market Access and Spectrum Policy will represent Telesat in Middle Eastern and north African regional forums such as ASMG and the ATU, and international forums such as the ITU-R to promote Telesat interests, assist with market access in other regions as required, identify and develop proposals to ensure Telesat regulatory long-term interests are protected and provide key inputs to short and long range planning in support of corporate development. Main Responsibilities:

Directly engage with national regulatory authorities in the region

Secure new licenses/authorizations and maintain existing ones, either directly or through a distribution channel

Prepare documentation in support of the license/authorization application process

Engage in complex negotiations in order to influence and optimize the domestic/regional regulatory framework

Provide regulatory support to the commercial team and to the distribution partners for market access in the region

Lead or support domestic/regional consultations/industry actions/coalitions that may impact Telesat market and spectrum access

Education and Experience required:

Minimum 10 years’ experience in satellite communications related to market access, domestic/regional regulatory framework/forums and the application of the ITU Radio Regulations

Strong technical, regulatory research and analysis skills

Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation and presentation skills.

Excellent verbal and written skills in English and Arabic would be an advantage.

Experience as company lead representative in international forums

Ability to work well in a cross-functional environment

Ability to exercise judgment and make sound decisions to drive processes to conclusion

Self-starter with good organizational skills and the ability to work independently and with limited oversight

Effective management of multiple projects simultaneously

Decision Making and Supervision:

Identifies, develops and implements solutions for domestic/regional market access/policy/spectrum developments

Makes real-time decisions in domestic, regional and international regulatory forums to promote/protect Telesat’s interests

Independent decision making within scope of responsibility that may not be subject to review

There is no direct reporting staff, but the position is expected to draw on expertise of other subject specialists to insure Telesat’s interests are accurately promoted

Working conditions:

Typical office or home office environment

Preferred location: Middle East or North African region

Travel, often for extended periods and as the sole representative of Telesat

Please note this role requires government clearances, please ensure that you qualify when applying.