Government Relations Specialist

Full Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Government Relations Specialist to join our team in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the local government landscape, working experience on government platforms, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a proven track record in managing government relations activities. monitoring and analyzing government policies and regulations, and assisting in the development and implementation of government relations strategies.

Preferred Candidate:

1. High School, Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
2. Minimum 1-3 years of experience in government relations or a similar role.
3. Strong understanding of local government structure, policies, and regulations.
4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Ability to build and maintain relationships with government officials and agencies.
6. Experience in licensing establishments and all tasks related to the license including the commercial registry, and renewing licenses.
7. Working experience on government platforms such as ( GAMI, BALADY, ETIMAD, SALAMA “CIVIL DEFENSE” and MISA “Ministry of Investment”)
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and the ability to work on ERP Systems.
9. Experience with managing corporate facilities and vendor relationships.

Skills

• Strong understanding of local government structure, policies, and regulations
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Analytical and research skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team