Public Relations Specialist Jobs in Saudi Arabia

Required Technical Skills

• Managing advertising campaigns through Google Ads.
• Managing social media platforms, especially X, LinkedIn, and Snapchat.
• Creating and managing paid campaigns and analyzing their results.
• Mastering design programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, or equivalents.
• Skills in producing and editing short videos and visual content.
• Good knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO).
• The ability to use analysis tools and performance measurement such as Google Analytics.
• Preparing professional presentations and marketing materials.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Preparing and implementing the company's annual marketing plan.
• Managing digital accounts and enhancing the company's corporate identity.
• Creating and managing digital advertising campaigns and targeting potential customers.
• Analyzing performance indicators and submitting periodic reports to management.
• Designing marketing materials, prints, and professional presentations.
• Preparing and managing the monthly content plan in both Arabic and English.
• Producing visual content and introductory videos for projects and services.
• Updating and managing the website content and improving its visibility in search engines.
• Preparing company profiles and marketing presentations.
• Supporting the business development management in attracting customers and investment opportunities.
• Building and updating databases of potential customers and partners.
• Representing the company at exhibitions, conferences, and professional events as needed.

About the Role

Savills Middle East is looking for a competent and proactive Government Relations Officer to join their team in Riyadh. This role plays a vital part in ensuring Savills' full compliance with all business and immigration requirements across all its entities in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive end-to-end government relations support, adopting a proactive, commercial, and timely approach, demonstrating strong organizational skills and the ability to process paperwork and applications with limited supervision. This position requires a dedicated individual with a strong understanding of Saudi government procedures and platforms, as well as excellent customer service skills to effectively support employees and stakeholders.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Support the HR team in processing all new expatriate residencies and work permits to ensure they are handled and completed in a timely manner.
• Provide support for ongoing projects by tracking the issuance and renewal of residencies and exit/re-entry visas for both new and existing employees.
• Monitor and manage various government portals, including the General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI), Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development platforms (Qiwa, Mudad), Chamber of Commerce (COC), Saudi Post, Ministry of Commerce, Wage Protection System (WPS), Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF), TAQAT, Ministry of Investment (MISA), and REGA.
• Renew and update all residencies and work permits to ensure records are consistently up-to-date with the Labor and Immigration departments.
• Conduct field visits to various offices to sign, collect, and deliver documents to maintain high service levels.
• Liaise with HR team members and management across regional businesses as needed.
• Represent the company at government locations such as police stations, embassies, ministries/municipalities, and other important departments.
• Track all company licenses and portal registrations to ensure their validity and compliance.
• Support the registration of new joiners and leavers with GOSI, Qiwa, and Mudad.
• Attend meetings with representatives of government bodies such as TAQEEM, MISA, GOSI, MOHR, Municipality, Balday, and HRDF, ensuring all requirements are met and complied with.
• Monitor the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MOHR) portal to ensure the required Saudization ratios for partially local jobs are met.
• Coordinate with government authorities for compliance with current and new regulations, and inform management of any changes or updates.
• Provide the best levels of service and communication to employees and other stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Facilitate visa transfer processes and external work visa processes from start to finish.
• Stay up-to-date with any changes or modifications to immigration laws, regulations, and procedures, and keep stakeholders and the HR team informed.
• Complete departure and exit procedures for employees after visa cancellation.
• Keep abreast of any changes or modifications to prevailing labor laws, rules, regulations, forms, and other procedures.
• Keep the HR department informed of these changes and highlight any potential risks or financial concerns.
• Develop and maintain relationships with government departments to ensure issues are resolved diligently.
• Process attested documents, including commercial licenses and lease agreements, at government offices, visiting them as needed.
• Provide additional administrative and logistical support to the broader KSA team, including responding to emergencies promptly.
• Maintain an updated record of all relevant Savills KSA licenses to ensure their validity and full compliance.
• Maintain all entity portals, ensuring data is up-to-date and compliant.
• Assist with requests for additional translation services as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• This role must meet Saudization commitments.
• Relevant work experience of at least 3 years in Saudi Arabia in a similar role.
• Minimum requirement is secondary or university education.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in government relations and processing residencies and work permits.
• Experience in dealing with and managing government portals such as GOSI, Qiwa, Mudad, COC, and others.
• Experience in visa transfer and external work visa processes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Saudi Arabian labor and immigration laws.
• Understanding of Saudization requirements.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Excellent administrative and computer skills.
• Effective time management and organizational abilities.
• Strong communication skills with keen attention to detail.
• Proven problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach.
• Flexibility and adaptability to manage diverse tasks and meet deadlines, including working overtime.
• Strong appreciation and awareness of confidentiality issues.
• Mastery of the Arabic language and proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• A reliable, diligent, and trustworthy individual.
• Ability to work independently and commit to continuous learning in the field.

Additional Job Details

Job Title: Government Relations Officer

Company: Savills Middle East

Location: Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia

Experience Required: 2-5 Years

Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

Qiddiya is seeking a proactive and experienced Stakeholder Manager (DEL 1) to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is instrumental in supporting the coordination, tracking, and governance of stakeholder activities across critical infrastructure and utility projects. The Stakeholder Manager will oversee approvals, permits, No Objection Certificates (NOCs), stakeholder actions, and project commitments, ensuring adherence to established governance processes and stakeholder engagement procedures. The position involves collaboration with project teams, consultants, Local Development Companies (LDCs), Authorised Representatives (AORs), contractors, service providers, and internal stakeholders to facilitate the successful delivery of essential infrastructure, including power, water, wastewater, gas, telecommunications, and Fire & Life Safety (FLS) systems. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter capable of independently managing assigned stakeholder activities, prioritizing workload, driving actions to completion, and maintaining accountability for deliverables. A strong understanding of approved governance and escalation processes is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate stakeholder activities, including approvals, permits, NOCs, and technical reviews across various infrastructure and utility projects.
• Maintain comprehensive stakeholder trackers, approval registers, action logs, and governance records.
• Prepare stakeholder reports, dashboards, presentations, and Minutes of Meeting (MoMs).
• Organize and facilitate meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagement sessions.
• Monitor stakeholder commitments and ensure timely closure of outstanding actions.
• Liaise with project teams, consultants, LDCs, AORs, contractors, and service providers to support project delivery.
• Support stakeholder activities related to power, water, wastewater, gas, telecommunications, and Fire & Life Safety (FLS) systems.
• Identify potential stakeholder-related risks, project delays, and coordination issues, escalating them promptly.
• Demonstrate ownership and accountability for all assigned stakeholder activities and deliverables.
• Independently manage and prioritize workload while driving stakeholder actions to completion.
• Ensure compliance with approved governance processes, workflows, and escalation protocols.
• Support stakeholder awareness initiatives and promote understanding of approval requirements and processes.
• Maintain working knowledge of municipality requirements, permitting processes, regulatory approvals, and stakeholder responsibilities in infrastructure development.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in stakeholder management, infrastructure delivery, utility coordination, project governance, or project coordination.
• Proven experience coordinating with multiple consultants, contractors, LDCs, AORs, and a diverse range of project stakeholders.

Required Skills

• Stakeholder Coordination
• Governance Compliance
• Approvals, Permits & NOC Coordination
• Infrastructure & Utilities Coordination
• Municipality & Regulatory Process Awareness
• Reporting & Documentation
• Risk Identification & Escalation
• Action Tracking & Follow-Up
• Communication & Relationship Management
• Ownership & Accountability
• Self-Starter Mindset
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role offers opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative culture.

• Digital Marketing & Corporate Presence:
  • Manage and update the company website content and structure.
  • Enhance the company's LinkedIn presence and digital identity.
  • Coordinate marketing campaigns and promotional activities.
  • Ensure brand consistency across all communication channels.
• Commercial & Sales Support:
  • Prepare professional sales presentations and marketing materials.
  • Analyze sales reports and market data.
  • Support management with business reports and analyses.
  • Coordinate internal follow-up related to sales and marketing activities.
• Exhibitions & Events:
  • Coordinate company participation in exhibitions and industry events.
  • Prepare event materials including presentations and promotional content.
  • Liaise with suppliers to ensure successful event execution.
• Executive Coordination:
  • Support communication and operational follow-up within the Sales & Marketing Division.
  • Prepare meeting minutes and follow-up reports.
  • Ensure effective coordination between departments and external stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• 3–6 years of relevant experience in marketing or similar roles.
• Experience managing corporate LinkedIn pages and websites.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and reporting tools.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a strong advantage.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Previous experience in construction materials or B2B sectors.
• Familiarity with design tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.

About the Role

Egis, a global leader in architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations, and mobility services, is seeking a dynamic Project Coordinator & Presentations Specialist to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The company is dedicated to creating and operating intelligent infrastructure and buildings that address the climate emergency and foster balanced, sustainable, and resilient development. This role is crucial for supporting project delivery by managing activities and producing high-quality visual content.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating project timelines, ensuring stakeholder communication, and developing professional presentations using Adobe Photoshop and PowerPoint. This position offers a full-time opportunity within a company that impacts the collective organization of society and the living environment of citizens worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage project timelines, deliverables, and milestones, ensuring all stakeholders are informed of progress and potential risks.
• Design, develop, and deliver professional presentations for internal and external audiences, translating complex information into clear, visually engaging formats.
• Organize and facilitate project meetings, prepare comprehensive meeting minutes, and track action items to completion.
• Liaise with cross-functional teams to gather project information and ensure seamless collaboration across departments.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, including schedules, budgets, and status reports, utilizing project management tools and software.
• Create data visualizations and presentation materials that effectively communicate project outcomes and business insights.
• Manage logistics for corporate events, conferences, and presentations, including venue coordination and technical setup.
• Monitor project budgets and expenditures, providing regular financial updates to project stakeholders.
• Proactively identify and resolve project obstacles, proposing practical solutions to maintain project momentum.
• Maintain a professional and organized project repository, ensuring all documentation is accessible and up to date.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum of 4+ years of experience as a Project Coordinator or in a similar role.
• Essential experience in presentation development using PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated expertise in creating and delivering professional presentations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Excellent organizational abilities with proven time-keeping and multitasking capabilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teams across multiple departments.
• Experience in coordinating meetings, events, or project activities.

Required Skills

• Project Coordination
• Presentation Design
• Adobe Photoshop (a plus)
• PowerPoint
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)
• Communication (Written and Verbal)
• Organization
• Time Management
• Multitasking
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork
• Meeting Coordination
• Event Coordination
• Data Visualization
• Stakeholder Management

Additional Information

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience. Experience with Adobe Photoshop is considered a plus. Familiarity with presentation software, working in a multicultural or international business environment, knowledge of data visualization best practices, and experience with stakeholder management and communication strategies are desirable.

Applicants are requested to upload their Resume, Cover Letter, and any other supporting documentation. Please ensure your application highlights the skills and experience required for this role.

• Must be a Saudi national.
• Hold a relevant specialization.
• Ability to work effectively.
• Strong desire to work in the health field.