About the Role
GE Vernova is seeking a Lead Public Relation Officer - Mobility Specialist to join its team in Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is essential for ensuring the smooth and compliant operations of GE Vernova entities and employees within Saudi Arabia. The role involves managing government relations, immigration, labor, licensing, and regulatory services, acting as a key liaison with government authorities and internal departments to ensure the timely and accurate execution of all government-related transactions.
This position requires a proactive individual with a deep understanding of Saudi Arabian government portals and processes, capable of independently managing a wide range of administrative and compliance tasks. The role demands strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Process all immigration services, including work permits, Iqama issuance and renewal, sponsorship transfers, job title changes, and visa services for employees.
- Manage exit/re-entry visas, final exit procedures, dependent services, and passport updates.
- Support the issuance of business visas, visit visas, and facilitate employee mobilization processes.
- Assist employees with essential government requirements such as medical examinations, biometric appointments, and other necessary procedures.
- Utilize and maintain proficiency in various government portals, including Absher, Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, MOFA, MISA, MOC, Municipality, SPL, and National Address.
- Oversee the renewal and maintenance of all company licenses and permits, such as Commercial Registration (CR), MISA, Municipality, Civil Defense, Chamber of Commerce, and other relevant permits.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, visa tracking systems, and comprehensive documentation.
- Support the attestation of documents, processing of certificates of origin, and submission of official paperwork to government entities.
- Coordinate effectively with HR, Legal, Finance, and Shared Services departments on all government-related activities.
- Review and follow up on cases managed by third-party immigration service providers to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Process government payments and collaborate with Finance/Treasury for accurate reconciliation.
- Ensure strict compliance with Saudi labor laws, Saudization (Nitaqat) regulations, and company policies.
- Track and resolve any government violations, fines, or alerts received through platforms like Qiwa, Muqeem, and GOSI.
- Support government inspections and audits, and respond promptly to official inquiries.
- Undertake other government-related tasks as required to support business operations.
- Contribute to operational improvements and participate in assigned projects related to government affairs and compliance.
Qualifications and Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree or diploma in a relevant field from an accredited university or college, or a high school degree with significant relevant work experience.
- A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Saudi government relations, immigration, and labor processes.
- Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience with Saudi government portals such as Absher, Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, MOFA, MISA, MOC, Municipality, and related government platforms.
- Proven experience in supporting visa processing and managing various government transactions.
- The legal right to work in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia without the need for company sponsorship or time restrictions.
Required Skills
- Government Relations
- Immigration Processes
- Labor Law Compliance
- Proficiency in Absher, Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, MOFA, MISA, MOC, Municipality, SPL, and National Address portals
- Visa Processing
- Government Transactions Management
- Strong Communication Skills
- Excellent Organizational Skills
Additional Information
This is a full-time role based in Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. Experience working with multinational companies or multiple legal entities is considered a plus. Experience coordinating with third-party immigration service providers is also desirable.
