Goverment Relations Associate

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.

LANGUAGE & TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Fluency in English and Arabic.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• 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.

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.