Senior HR Government Affairs Officer

Date: 7 Oct 2024

Location: SA

Company: Power International Holding

Job Summary

    The Senior HR Government Affairs Officer manages and controls the process of all activities that are related to the Government offices/agencies including overseeing and ensuring that responsibilities are executed in a timely manner, and provide the business with efficient reports.  Analyzes and interprets government policies, evaluate potential impact to organization's operation and reviews internal policies, plans, programs to ensure consistency with corresponding government regulations and laws.

Job Responsibilities 1

    Monitor the implementation of an improvement process for all immigration and labor records to be tracked and maintained through the established organization system

    Assist in developing, managing, periodical review, and communicating Government relations policies and processes to ensure organization compliances.

    Ensure to resolve immigration related issues in a timely manner

    Ensure proper dissemination and keep the HR team informed of significant problems that may jeopardize the achievement of Company goals, and those are not being addressed adequately.

    Facilitate and attend to employee queries regarding details of immigration formalities, and entitlements

    Manage the processing of all  immigration requirements in the most effective and efficient manner to expedite on boarding of new employees

    Ensure to update relevant business areas with issues, risks, and statuses of immigration/government processes and provide relevant solutions in a timely manner.

    Ensure immigration processes are completed in minimal time including Resident Permits, Drivers Licenses, Visas, CID procedures etc.

    Track and monitor relevant expiry dates and ensure that all time-sensitive documents and licenses are renewed ahead of deadline to ensure full compliance and avoid fines.

    Maintain employee files and documents relevant to immigration transactions.

    In charge of the preparation of the internal memos and responsible in the proper monitoring of the reference numbers assigned in all departments correspondences.

    Arrange the labor contracts for signature and stamped before sending for attestation in the Labor Dept.

    Ensure proper recording and updating the master files of exit permits, business visa renewal and RP renewal.

    Keep abreast with current labor/ immigration laws and update the HR staff on any changes

Job Responsibilities 2

Additional Responsibilities 3

Job Knowledge & Skills

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.

Job Experience

Minimum 5 year(s) working experience, 3 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus

Competencies

Collaboration
Accountability
Resilience
Quality
Leadership
Government Liability L2
Visa Requirements L2
Employee Relations L2
SAP ERP Human Resources L2
Public Authority Coordination L2

Education

Bachelor's Degree in any related field