Summary
Kuwaiti Danish Dairy Company (KDD) is seeking a Public Relations Officer for its operations in Sabhan, Kuwait. The role coordinates government formalities, licenses, permits, regulatory approvals, documentation, and payments, and liaises with ministries, municipalities, and other authorities. It also supports government visits and correspondence, prepares reports, and helps coordinate responses to incidents or emergencies. Applicants need a relevant bachelor’s degree, at least one year of related experience, and Arabic and English business communication skills.
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Position Summary:
Responsible for coordinating KDD public relations activities related to government formalities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, facilitating interactions with government entities, and supporting business operations through effective management of licenses, permits, and regulatory processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and manage licensing, permit, and regulatory approval processes with government authorities, including the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Kuwait Municipality, Public Authority for Food and Nutrition, and Kuwait Fire Force, ensuring timely renewals, compliance with regulations, and proper maintenance of all related documentation.
- Provide support to administration and management in resolving issues as they arise, helping when needed.
- Support the relationship management efforts with governmental entities, handling logistical tasks and correspondence as required.
- Handle external relations related to sales, business, and employee matters with various ministries and government bodies.
- Manage and process all government formalities to ensure compliance with regulations and to facilitate smooth operations, addressing issues related to municipalities and other relevant authorities.
- Manage the payment process for all completed formalities, certifications, and licenses, ensuring correct handling of receipts and cash transactions for each individual formality.
- Receive and process all government formalities connected to the Sales Department.
- Liaise with the Police, Fire Department, and Utility Service Departments (e.g., Electricity, Water, and Telephone) in the event of accidents or emergencies, ensuring efficient communication and resolution.
- Assist in organizing meetings, visits, and communication between KDD and government representatives, ensuring smooth and efficient interactions.
- Ensure that relevant signatures are obtained to close cases and complete processes.
- Adhere to applicable HSE guidelines and protocols, use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required and report any safety concerns, hazards, and incidents promptly to the HSE function(s)' representatives and Direct Manager.
- Prepare and submit frequent and customized reports to the Direct Manager covering the function's main activities and outcomes.
- Perform ad-hoc and other duties related to the job as assigned by the Direct Manager.
Required Qualification:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Public Relations, Law, Political Science, or a related field.
Required Experience:
- Minimum 1 year of experience in Government Relations, Public Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Administration, or a related field.
- Experience dealing with ministries, municipalities, and government authorities is preferred.
Required Technical Skills:
- Government Regulations & Compliance
- Government Liaison Management
- Licensing & Permit Administration
- Documentation & Record Management
- Regulatory Process Management
- External Stakeholder Management
- Report Preparation & Record Keeping
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Administrative Coordination
- Claims & Clearance Processing
- Communication & Correspondence Management
- Data Management and Filing Systems
- Arabic & English Business Communication Skills