The Senior HR Government Liaison Officer is responsible in building strong relationships with main governmental bodies and officials while acting as ambassador for the Group. The position will ensure successful implementation of PR Governmental functions and work closely with different parties to develop the Company public presence and ensure compliance to local laws and regulations.
Process, submits and follow up all the Company official relations/ transactions with the government sectors.
Submit all renewals of visas and labor work permit cards with labor office as well as the immigration department.
Process the Employment Contract attestations, RP manual extension approval at the Ministry of Labor and helps to resolve the Labor Department issues and Fingerprint process.
Issuance and Renewals of New RP, RP Renewal official documents (i.e., trade license, chamber of commerce, CR, municipality, customs clearance etc.).
Coordinate with the CID office to resolves the Company pending issues such as Overstayed employees, Absconded, Disclaimer Reports and Deportation. Processing the Police clearance, attestations of certificates in MOFA and Chamber of Commerce.
Obtain updates on Labor related changes in relation to visa processing and other related issues.
Liaise with authorities to ensure Company compliance to local laws and regulations.
Process all renewals of driving license and labor health cards, Computer Card, Local transfers and conduct RP, and general Government Affairs information updates.
Responsible for all employees medical related issues; assisting in the Medical appointment, Repeat Medical, Unfit Workers, Temporary and Permanent Health License issuance at the Medical Commission. Process the New Hamad Health Cards.
Support any legal issues in Company registrations or in relation to other relevant issues.
Liaise with all government institution with regards fines, penalties, or any inquiry.
Coordinate with Staff regarding personnel issues related to governmental applications as required.
Manage the allocated petty cash expenditure through maintaining original receipts and through timely preparation of expense reports
Perform other duties related to the job as assigned by Management.
In-depth knowledge of labor laws, regulations, and government policies is essential for navigating complex legal frameworks and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Strong communication and advocacy skills are vital for representing the organization's interests to government agencies, policymakers, and industry stakeholders.
Proficiency in research and analysis enables the identification of legislative and regulatory trends, as well as the assessment of potential impacts on HR practices and policies.
Experience in lobbying, government relations, or public affairs enhances the ability to influence legislative and regulatory outcomes in favor of the organization's objectives.
Leadership and strategic planning skills are important for developing and implementing government affairs strategies that align with the organization's overall goals and priorities.
ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.
Minimum 8 year(s) working experience, 5 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus
Power International Holding (PIH) is a diversified business conglomerate with global reach, structured into six core groups:
Energy, Concessions & Construction
Industries & Services
Telecommunication & Technology
Agriculture & Food Industries
Real Estate
Lifestyle: Hospitality, Entertainment & Catering
Our commitment to sustainable growth is reinforced by a structured approach to resource allocation and centralized functional support, enabling agility and continuous development across sectors. Each group operates with focused specialization while contributing to PIH’s overarching strategy of delivering long-term value.
Through a culture of excellence and collaboration, PIH harnesses the collective strength of its leadership teams, ensuring that each business flourishes while advancing economies and communities. This synergistic model allows PIH to maintain its distinctiveness as a group while driving sustained impact on both a local and global scale.
