The Government Relations Officer (GRO) will be responsible for managing the company’s government-related transactions, employee documentation, and compliance activities through Saudi Arabia’s official government platforms. The role involves handling employee registrations, employment contracts, residency-related services, and coordinating with relevant government authorities to ensure timely completion of all required procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain all relevant Saudi government platforms, including Qiwa, GOSI, Muqeem, and Mudad.
- Create, issue, and manage employment contracts through the Qiwa platform, ensuring accurate employee information and timely contract processing.
- Register new employees with GOSI and ensure employee data is updated accurately.
- Handle employee-related government transactions, documentation, and follow-ups through the relevant platforms.
- Coordinate with HR, Payroll, and other departments to ensure consistency of employee information across government systems.
- Monitor employee records, contract statuses, registration requirements, and pending government transactions.
- Visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and other relevant government authorities when required to complete official transactions and follow up on pending requests.
- Coordinate with relevant authorities regarding visa-related documentation, attestations, authorizations, and other government procedures, as applicable.
- Maintain accurate records of completed transactions, supporting documents, and government-related correspondence.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
- Previous experience in Government Relations (GRO) or Personnel Affairs in Saudi Arabia.
- Practical knowledge of Qiwa, GOSI, Muqeem, and Mudad platforms.
- Understanding of Saudi labor regulations and employee documentation procedures.
- Ability to handle government transactions and coordinate with relevant authorities.
- Good organizational, communication, follow-up, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Good command of English; Native Arabic
Skills
Key Competencies
- Government platform management
- Employee documentation and record keeping
- Regulatory compliance and attention to detail
- Coordination and follow-up
- Time management and problem-solving
- Confidentiality and professional communication
