Senior HR Government Liaison Officer

Date: 1 Jul 2025

Location: QA

Company: Power International Holding

Job Summary

    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.

Job Responsibilities 1

    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.

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

Competencies

Collaboration
Accountability
Resilience
Quality
Leadership
Employee Relations L3
Government Liability L3
Visa Requirements L3
Public Authority Coordination L3
SAP ERP Human Resources L3

Education

High School Diploma