Government Relations Officer📣 Job Ad
in Abunayyan Holding
about 3 hours ago
about 3 hours agoShare
 | Contract Type | Full-time |
 | Workplace type | On-site |
 | Location | Riyadh |
About the Role
Abunayyan Holding is seeking a specialized Government Relations Officer to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of the company and compliance with the regulatory landscape in the Kingdom, particularly within the Integrated Facility Management (IFM) sector.
Role Responsibilities
The Government Relations Officer will be responsible for securing and maintaining all necessary government licenses, registrations, permits, and approvals. This role involves building and managing strong relationships with key government ministries, royal commissions, semi-governmental bodies, and regulatory authorities. An important aspect of the role is supporting government workforce operations, ensuring compliance with all labor and immigration regulations.
- Obtain and maintain all required licenses, registrations, permits for the company's operations in Saudi Arabia, including commercial registration, municipal licenses, Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing (MOMRA) registrations, and any sector-specific accreditations.
- Monitor changes in regulations affecting the IFM sector and advise senior management on compliance implications and necessary actions.
- Maintain a comprehensive regulatory compliance calendar, ensuring all licenses, renewals, and filings are proactively completed before deadlines.
- Effectively liaise with government entities such as the Ministry of Commerce, Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing, Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD), and the General Authority of Zakat, Tax and Customs (ZATCA) on behalf of the company.
- Build and nurture productive relationships with relevant government ministries, royal commissions, and semi-governmental bodies related to the company's target markets.
- Support the Business Development Manager in dealing with public sector procurement requirements, pre-qualification processes, and government tender portals such as 'Etemad' and 'Balady'.
- Represent the company professionally in government meetings and regulatory forums, effectively presenting the company's interests and capabilities.
- Coordinate all employee government relations activities, including residency applications and renewals, exit/re-entry visas, work permit transfers, and labor office affairs in collaboration with the HR team.
- Manage the 'Muqeem', 'Qiwa', and 'HRSD' portals, ensuring accuracy of all employee records and compliance with regulations.
- Monitor compliance with the 'Nitaqat' (Saudization) program and coordinate government reporting efforts with HR.
- Maintain organized and up-to-date records of all government correspondence, licenses, permits, and regulatory filings.
- Translate relevant government communications and documents between Arabic and English as needed.
- Prepare and submit government forms, applications, and reports accurately and within specified timeframes.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in a Government Relations role, Public Relations Officer (PRO), or regulatory compliance in Saudi Arabia.
- Proven experience in supporting government relations for a startup in Saudi Arabia.
- Established working relationships with relevant government ministries and regulatory bodies.
Core Skills
- Experience in government relations and regulatory compliance within the Saudi context.
- Proficiency in managing relationships with government entities.
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in English and Arabic.
- Proactive and resourceful approach to problem-solving.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Saudi government portals, licensing requirements, and regulatory frameworks relevant to the IFM or services sector.
- Familiarity with public sector procurement portals including 'Etemad' and 'Balady' and their requirements.
- Understanding of Vision 2030 regulatory programs and their impact on the built environment and services sector.
- Proficiency in managing government workforce operations including residencies, work permits, exit/re-entry visas, labor office affairs, Muqeem, Qiwa, HRSD, General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI), and Nitaqat compliance.
- Knowledge of commercial registration, municipal licenses, and Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing registrations.
- Experience liaising with the Ministry of Commerce and the General Authority of Zakat, Tax and Customs.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with utmost confidentiality.
Additional Information
This is a full-time position requiring 2-5 years of experience in government relations or regulatory compliance. The role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Requirements
- Requires 2-5 Years experience
Similar Jobs
You may also like
- Related Government Relations Officer Opportunities
- Barista Jobs in Jeddah
- Receptionist Jobs in Jeddah
- Data Entry Agent Jobs in Jeddah
- Branch Manager Jobs in Jeddah
- Host Jobs in Jeddah
- Other Job Fields in Riyadh
- Barista Jobs in Riyadh
- Receptionist Jobs in Riyadh
- Data Entry Agent Jobs in Riyadh
- Branch Manager Jobs in Riyadh
- Host Jobs in Riyadh
- Food & Beverage Crew Member Jobs in Riyadh
- General Accountant Jobs in Riyadh
- Branch Supervisor Jobs in Riyadh
- Cosmetics and Toiletries Seller Jobs in Riyadh
- Administrative Assistant Jobs in Riyadh
- Explore Jobs Across Saudi Arabia
- Secretary Jobs in Al Hinakiyah
- Cashier Jobs in Bishah
- Financial Manager Jobs in Riyadh
- Data Collector Jobs in Al-Ahsa
- Car Driver Jobs in Dammam
- Photographer Jobs in Dammam
- Barista Jobs in Riyadh
- Hotel Specialist Jobs in Medina
- Human Resources Training and Development Specialist Jobs in Riyadh
- Administrative Assistant Jobs in Al Khobar