Public Relations Officer

Key Responsibilities:1. Government Liaison & Compliance:

• Act as the primary contact between the company and Qatari government entities such as the Ministry of Labour, Ministry of Interior, Qatar Chamber, and other regulatory bodies.
• Process and renew company trade licenses, registrations, and approvals required by various government departments.
• Ensure compliance with Qatars labor laws, visa regulations, and company-related governmental policies.
• Keep the company updated with new government regulations and legal requirements.

2. Employee & Immigration Affairs:

• Handle work visas, residence permits, labor contracts, and renewals for employees in compliance with Qatars immigration laws.
• Process employee-related requests, including family sponsorships, visa transfers, and exit permits.
• Coordinate with government authorities for any changes or amendments in employee documentation.

3. Payroll & Employee Administration Relations:

• Ensure compliance with Qatars Wage Protection System (WPS) and other labor-related financial regulations.
• Process employee salaries, end-of-service benefits, and gratuities in coordination with the finance and HR departments.
• Handle official documentation related to payroll processing, such as salary certificates, bank letters, and labor approvals.
• Resolve payroll-related disputes by liaising with the Ministry of Labour and other relevant authorities.
• Support HR in handling employee grievances, disputes, and legal matters concerning employment contracts.
• Manage employee relations, ensuring compliance with Qatari labor laws regarding working hours, leaves, and benefits.

4. Documentation & Legal Processing:

• Prepare and submit official letters, legal documents, and applications in Arabic and English.
• Handle company-related legal procedures such as contract attestations, document translations, and notary approvals.
• Assist in company compliance with Qatars taxation and customs regulations.

5. Corporate Representation:

• Represent the company in meetings with government officials, ministries, and legal bodies.
• Ensure the organization follows all local laws, ethical standards, and best practices.
• Manage crisis communication and official inquiries from regulatory authorities.

6. Administrative Support:

• Maintain records of all official government transactions and approvals.
• Develop strong relationships with government officials to facilitate smooth operations.
• Provide advisory support to management regarding government policies and procedural updates.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Public Relations within Qatar.
• Education: Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, Law, or a related field.
• Languages: Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
• Knowledge:
• Deep understanding of Qatari labor laws, visa processes, and government procedures.
• Familiarity with Hukoomi (Qatar e-Government Portal), Ministry of Labour, and Immigration systems.
• Strong knowledge of Qatars Wage Protection System (WPS) and payroll-related legal requirements.
• Skills:
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and government online portals.

Preferred Requirements:

• Qatari driving license.
• Existing relationships with key government authorities.
• Experience handling corporate legal matters, compliance, and payroll administration in Qatar.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: QAR2,500.00 - QAR3,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• I acknowledge that my mother tongue is Arabic
• I acknowledge that I can provide a No Objection Certificate upon the companys request with immediate transfer after the probation period.
• I acknowledge that I have read the job description.

Language:

• Arabic (Required)

Location:

• Doha (Required)

Information :

• Company : Pistach&More Sweets and Flowers
• Position : Public Relations Officer
• Location : Doha
• Country : QA