Government Relation Officer

Job description / Role

The PRO’s responsibilities will be the provision of the services related to government regulations and approvals and at the same time to contribute/assist in the office operations whenever required.

* To submit and ensure the processing of all types of applications and paperwork to the local government bodies, including but not limited to Visit Visas, Employment or Residence Visas, car registrations, Trade License, Labor Permits, Export Licenses, Economic Licenses, Foreign Licenses, etc.
* To proactively manage the timely renewal of all Employment Visas and Labor Permits.
* Assist employees in renewing Visas for their immediate dependents.
* To assist all Company sponsored staff and their dependents in the medical check-up processes.
* Send employees a notification on documentation required prior to their Visa/Labor card expiration.
* Manage the visa checklist/requirements as when the rules on Visa/labor processes changes.
* Assist the company and the employees with Visa arrangements at Embassies.
* To maintain database of all passports and residence Visas by scanning all documents and directly updating the database when details change.
* Maintain and notify the project zone Site on regular basis by checking for expiry on CEC /gate passes/export licenses /portal accounts and be responsible for managing the minimum required fund on the portal.
* To renew all company related licenses prior to their expiration dates.
* Send out notifications on documentation required to renew trade licenses and complete surveys, etc. required by the government bodies at the time of licenses renewals.
* Submit detailed reports related to Visa expenses to the finance department.
* To submit required documentation to the banks and process bank transactions as advised by the Regional Finance Manager.
* Assist in company errands when required to.

Requirements

* Very good oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic.
* Minimum 5 years of experience in a government liaison/PRO role in the KSA
* Proficient typing skills in English and Arabic.
* High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively, particularly with the local government bodies.
* Excellent organizational skills.
* Good computer skills.
* College graduate, preferably Bachelor’s degree.
* Knowledge and experience on the portal system usage (Immigration, Labor office etc.)
* With a valid KSA driving license

About the Company

We are a leading provider of Engineering & Construction, Technology & Licensing, and Energy Business Development & Ventures worldwide, with a specific focus on the oil & gas, petrochemicals and fertilizer processing industries. We offer a wide range of services on an individual or combined basis for a broad range of facilities and uses, including engineering services, procurement of materials and equipment, and construction services through project management expertise. We also provide our customers with proprietary or third-party technologies for the design and manufacture of different types of plants. The Group also offers competence in the design and engineering of power generation plants and major public works. Our Integrated HSE Management System, together with a widespread safety culture, results in an outstanding safety performance, considerably higher than international standards.