Serving as a liaison, the Government Relations Manager develops and maintains relationships with relevant government bodies worldwide to ensure all documentation needed by our crew members are delivered in timely manner, avoiding delays in scheduling and operational issues. Fluent English. Knowledge of another language is a strong asset (French, German, Italian, Spanish) Degree in International Relations or International Law or similar degree 5 yrs working in an international environment, with international organizations, and\/or in similar roles Proficient use of Microsoft suite Excellent communication and negotiation skills Proven ability to build credible relationships with senior public officials Skilled in compiling, evaluating, and presenting legislative information Flexible, able to work alone and as part of a team Motivated, organized and able to travel frequently abroad Develop and maintain effective relationships with all government officials, policymakers, and other stakeholders around the world and in main crew sourcing markets (Philippines, India, South Africa, Central America, etc.). Coordinate with various departments and colleagues and provide inputs to various local officials. Perform research and analyze international regulations to speed up obtention of visas, seaman books and flag certificates for crew members. Develop relationships with various public officers and participate in various relevant trade associations. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments. Review and prepare records for internal stakeholders on newly enacted laws and pending legislation. Develop proper protocol and procedures for communicating with legislators and other third parties. Represent MSC in official legislative gathering lobbying to achieve resuls. VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any) Possess a valid passport Part of the MSC Group, MSC Cruises is the market leader in the Mediterranean, South Africa and South America, and sails year-round in the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. Its seasonal itineraries cover northern Europe, the Atlantic Ocean, South America, southern Africa, and the Persian/Arabian Gulf. MSC Cruises was born in the Mediterranean, and draws inspiration from this heritage to create a unique experience for holidaymakers worldwide. As a result of a euro 6.5 billions investment programme launched in 2003, MSC Cruises' fleet comprises 13 state-of-the-art cruise ships belonging to four different classes: Lirica, Musica, Fantasia and Meraviglia. The fleet's average age is 7 years, the youngest in the industry. In 2014, MSC Cruises launched a euro 9 billion, 10 year investment plan to support the second phase of its growth through the order of up to 11 next generation mega cruise ships. As a result, MSC Cruises' fleet will double by 2026, while the passenger capacity will triple to reach five million passengers per year. MSC Cruises is the first cruise company to develop an investment plan of this length and magnitude. MSC Cruises feels a deep responsibility for the environments in which it operates, and was the first company ever to earn the Bureau Veritas "7 Golden Pearls" for superior management and environmental stewardship. In 2009, MSC Cruises began an enduring partnership with UNICEF to support various programmes assisting children worldwide.