Government Relations Associate

3 weeks ago

Kuwait City, Al Asimah Azadea Full time

Bachelor of Business Administration(Management)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY

AZADEA Group is a premier lifestyle retail company that owns and operates more than 40 leading international franchise concepts in fashion and accessories, food and beverage, home furnishings, sporting goods, multimedia and beauty and cosmetics across the Middle East and Africa spread across 13 countries overseeing more than 700 stores.

JOB PURPOSE

The Government Relations Associate coordinates and manages all government-related activities, including visa processing, trade license issues, legal permits, sponsorship relations, and interactions with ministries (Labor, Immigration, Health, etc.), ensuring efficient administration processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinate with the relevant hierarchy to manage the visa process for future joiners.
  • Process, validate, and submit the quarterly and yearly NSSF (National Social Security Fund) and MOF (Ministry of Finance) declarations.
  • Process employees National Social Security procedures, schedule monthly payments of family allowances, and ensure timely compliance with governmental department deadlines.
  • Manage the initiation and renewal of all employees' governmental documentation to ensure accurate filing in compliance with local regulatory requirements.
  • Assist new joiners in completing government-related forms.
  • Handle requests for visas, passports, work permits, residence permits, and social security, ensuring proper registration, documentation, approval, and prompt processing through appropriate authorities.

Desired Candidate Profile

LANGUAGE & TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • Fluency in English and Arabic.

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in MS Office.

Specific Skills

  • Relevant knowledge of labor law and visa processes.

EDUCATION

High school degree.

EXPERIENCE

Zero to two years of experience in Administration, or a similar role.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

Business Insight

Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals. For example, shows considerable business insight, beyond the fundamentals. Asks probing questions and draws on a variety of sources to gain insight and to explore business drivers or industry trends.

Plans and Aligns

Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. For example, outlines clear plans that put actions in a logical sequence; conveys some time frames. Aligns own work with relevant workgroups. Takes some steps to reduce bottlenecks and speed up the work.

Ensures Accountability

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. For example, accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.

Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. For example, finds many ways to add value to the team; probes to draw out richer input from others; is a valued resource who goes out of the way to help others.

Self-Development

Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels. For example, demonstrates strong commitment to own development by continuously updating knowledge, skills, and abilities. Shows strong enthusiasm for seeking learning opportunities.

Desired Candidate Profile

LANGUAGE & TECHNICAL SKILLS

Language Proficiency

  • Fluency in English and Arabic.

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in MS Office.

Specific Skills

  • Relevant knowledge of labor law and visa processes.

EDUCATION

High school degree.

EXPERIENCE

Zero to two years of experience in Administration, or a similar role.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

Business Insight

Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals. For example, shows considerable business insight, beyond the fundamentals. Asks probing questions and draws on a variety of sources to gain insight and to explore business drivers or industry trends.

Plans and Aligns

Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. For example, outlines clear plans that put actions in a logical sequence; conveys some time frames. Aligns own work with relevant workgroups. Takes some steps to reduce bottlenecks and speed up the work.

Ensures Accountability

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. For example, accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.

Collaborates

Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. For example, finds many ways to add value to the team; probes to draw out richer input from others; is a valued resource who goes out of the way to help others.

Self-Development

Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels. For example, demonstrates strong commitment to own development by continuously updating knowledge, skills, and abilities. Shows strong enthusiasm for seeking learning opportunities.

Azadea Group is an Equal Employment Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by relevant local laws.

Company Industry

  • Retail

Department / Functional Area

  • HR
  • Human Relations
  • Industrial Relations

Keywords

  • Government Relations Associate

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