Government Relations Officer

About the Role

Iduast Company is seeking a Government Relations Officer to join its team in Dammam, Eastern Region. This full-time role involves managing daily interactions with various Saudi government authorities and ensuring compliance with local regulations. The position requires 3-5 years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate daily with Saudi authorities, including the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD), Ministry of Investment, Passport Department, Police, and Ministry of Foreign Affairs, to complete official business.
• Assist with applications for employee Iqamas and work permits, as well as the application, amendment, annual renewal, and update of corporate licenses.
• Track document submissions and progress to ensure all documents remain valid and compliant with regulations.
• Monitor and interpret updates to Saudi local, labor, and immigration regulations, compiling risk alerts and providing compliance recommendations to relevant departments and management.
• Maintain partnerships with local vendors and third-party agencies, coordinating visitor receptions and organizing external meetings.
• Coordinate external communication and prepare necessary documents for official notifications in cases of overseas employment or foreign affairs incidents, under manager guidance.
• Manage public relations documents, including filing government correspondence, license copies, and external official letters, and establishing ledgers for external business records.
• Perform other PR and foreign-affairs related tasks as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in government relations or a similar field.
• Demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with government entities.
• Strong understanding of Saudi local, labor, and immigration regulations.
• Proficiency in managing and tracking official documents and licenses.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective government and external stakeholder engagement.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail for document management and compliance.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations.
• Problem-solving skills for crisis coordination and issue resolution.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Dammam, Eastern Region, Saudi Arabia. The role involves regular interaction with external government bodies and third-party agencies.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.