Government Relations Officer (Saudi National)
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We are seeking a proactive Government Relations Officer to manage all government-related transactions and ensure compliance with Saudi regulations. The role involves handling visa processes, labor procedures, and interactions with government portals like Qiwa, Muqeem, and Absher Business.
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Overview
**Location:** KSA.
**Years of Experience:** 2+ years.
**Working Arrangement:** on-site.
**Language Requirements:** Fluency in Arabic & English (written and spoken).
**Nationalities:** Saudi nationals.
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Government Relations Officer (GRO) to manage all government-related transactions and ensure compliance with Saudi regulations.
The successful candidate will be responsible for handling visa processes, labor-related procedures, and interactions with government portals and authorities, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all official documentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and manage all visa-related activities, including issuance, renewal, transfer, cancellation, and exit/re-entry visas.
- Handle work permit and residency (Iqama) procedures in compliance with Saudi regulations.
- Manage transactions through government platforms, including Qiwa, Muqeem, Absher Business, and other relevant portals.
- Liaise with government entities such as the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD), General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat), and other regulatory authorities.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws, immigration regulations, and company policies.
- Prepare, submit, and track government applications and official documentation.
- Monitor visa, Iqama, and work permit expiry dates and ensure timely renewals.
- Maintain accurate records of all government-related transactions and employee documentation.
- Coordinate with internal departments to support onboarding, offboarding, and employee government-related requirements.
- Stay up to date with changes in Saudi labor laws and government regulations.
Qualifications & Experience
- Saudi National (mandatory).
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in Government Relations (GRO) within Saudi Arabia.
- Hands-on experience using Qiwa, Muqeem, Absher Business, and other government platforms.
- Strong knowledge of Saudi labor law, visa regulations, and government procedures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Fluency in Arabic and good command of English.
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