8 Public Affairs jobs in Bahrain

• Develop, implement, and manage crisis communication plans and protocols.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for media during crisis situations, managing inquiries and issuing statements.
• Proactively monitor media and public discourse for potential reputational risks.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, influencers, and media outlets.
• Develop compelling messaging and communication materials for various public affairs initiatives.
• Advise senior leadership on communication strategies related to public perception and policy issues.
• Organize and manage press conferences, media briefings, and community outreach events.
• Collaborate with legal, government relations, and operational teams to ensure coordinated communication.
• Manage the company's public affairs initiatives, including stakeholder engagement and advocacy.
• Conduct media training for key executives and spokespersons.
• Create engaging content for various communication channels, including press releases, speeches, and social media.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure all communications are accurate, timely, and aligned with organizational values and objectives.

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or crisis management, with a proven track record in handling sensitive issues.
• Extensive experience in media relations and demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong media contacts.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting clear, concise, and impactful messages.
• Strong understanding of public affairs, government relations, and corporate reputation management.
• Proven ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Experience in event management and stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in social media management and monitoring tools.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and travel as needed to manage communications.
• Local knowledge of the Saar, Northern, BH media landscape and community dynamics is advantageous.

We Are Hiring – PRO in Bahrain Location

Location:
Bahrain

Immediate Joining Required

We are looking for experienced and qualified
Public Relations Officers (PROs)
preferably Bahraini nationals to join our team in Bahrain.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and follow up on visas, transfers, and labor cards.
• Resolve issues and obtain approvals related to new and renewal of trade licenses.
• Monitor changes in local laws and maintain active contacts within regulatory ministries.
• Represent the company/clients in Public & Private authorities, Ministries, and Embassies.
• Ensure all information submitted is accurate and complete.
• Handle and follow up on all employee-related applications with Ministry of Labor, GOSI, LMRA, MOI, and other government authorities.
• Manage license renewals and amendments efficiently.
• Stay updated with Bahraini labor and regulatory laws.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a PRO in Bahrain.
• Strong knowledge of Bahraini labor laws and government procedures.
• Excellent communication skills in
  Arabic & English
  (spoken and written).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple government-related processes.

To supervise and oversee all projects and operations related to staff government relations, recommending policies and procedures.

• Share the knowledge with the subordinates to improve their background of company’s Policy & Procedures concerning Government Relations.
• Review the processing of Government Documentations and ensure that the section is run smoothly and as per Company policy and procedures.
• Check and verify standard and ad-hoc statistical reports and analysis of cost for Work Permits, CPRs, Smart Cards, and Residence Permits Visas.
• Review requests for visitor visas for employee relatives and Company visitors as per company policy.
• Revise all letters for renewal/termination of contracts are delivered to the employee concerned in time.
• Arrange hotel accommodation for repatriated employees.
• Review all invoices issued from the insurance companies to Gulf Air that is related to addition and deletion of staff, insurance payment of claims, Gulf Air premium payment to insurance and all related financial requirement etc.
• Exercise effective management of the department’s staff in terms of selecting, training, motivating, appraising and disciplining subordinates.
• Assist in planning and proposing solutions concerning Government Relations, in order to tackle situations involving the unavailability of appointments for expatriates, in addition to resolving LMRA system freezes due to various penalties and violations that the Company may face on a regular basis.
• Resolve problems concerning expatriate personnel’s visa requirements when it comes to procedural issues that affect their enrolment with the Company, including passport-related issues and banking information.
• Revise the issuance of annual leave documents, duty travel and joining and repatriation tickets and freight. Negotiate with Travel Agents/Airlines Expatriates Travel, Cargo and Packing arrangements in order to obtain the best discount available.
• Supervise the preparation for IATA introductory letters for reduced rate on other airlines for duty and personal travel, and introductory letters to family members of employees for hotel and car hire discounts.

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or an equivalent major.

Minimum of 4 years of experience.

If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome yourapplication.Tocomplete the application you would need the following document(s):

MAIN OBJECTIVE

• To supervise and oversee all projects and operations related to staff government relations, recommending policies and procedures.

MAIN DUTIES

1.Share the knowledge with the subordinates to improve their background of company's Policy & Procedures concerning Government Relations.

2.Review the processing of Government Documentations and ensure that the section is run smoothly and as per Company policy and procedures.

3.Check and verify standard and ad-hoc statistical reports and analysis of cost for Work Permits, CPRs, Smart Cards, and Residence Permits Visas.

4.Review requests for visitor visas for employee relatives and Company visitors as per company policy.

5.Revise all letters for renewal/termination of contracts are delivered to the employee concerned in time.

6.Arrange hotel accommodation for repatriated employees.

7.Review all invoices issued from the insurance companies to Gulf Air that is related to addition and deletion of staff, insurance payment of claims, Gulf Air premium payment to insurance and all related financial requirement etc.

8.Exercise effective management of the department's staff in terms of selecting, training, motivating, appraising and disciplining subordinates.

9.Assist in planning and proposing solutions concerning Government Relations, in order to tackle situations involving the unavailability of appointments for expatriates, in addition to resolving LMRA system freezes due to various penalties and violations that the Company may face on a regular basis.

10.Resolve problems concerning expatriate personnel's visa requirements when it comes to procedural issues that affect their enrolment with the Company, including passport-related issues and banking information.

11.Revise the issuance of annual leave documents, duty travel and joining and repatriation tickets and freight. Negotiate with Travel Agents/Airlines Expatriates Travel, Cargo and Packing arrangements in order to obtain the best discount available.

12.Supervise the preparation for IATA introductory letters for reduced rate on other airlines for duty and personal travel, and introductory letters to family members of employees for hotel and car hire discounts.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or an equivalent major.

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years of experience.

Government Relations Officer

Job Description

(Part time/Full Time)

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Government Relations Officer to manage and coordinate all government-related processes and documentation for the company. This role involves handling work visa processes (issuance, renewal, cancellation), CPR and GOSI management, Tamkeen program coordination, and liaising with various government bodies including LMRA, MOH, MOI, MOIC,

Responsibilities:

• Manage LMRA processes: new visas, renewals, and cancellations.
• Coordinate CPR issuance/renewals and address certificates with relevant authorities.
• Co-ordinate with Ministry Of Labour for any hotel related issues
• Handle GOSI registrations, terminations, salary updates.
• Administer Tamkeen portal activities and program applications.
• Liaise with MOH for healthcare
• Update expat passport records and manage related documentation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
• PRO Valid License.
• 4- 5 years of experience in a similar role in Bahrain.
• Strong knowledge of government procedures and systems (LMRA, GOSI, Tamkeen, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office'.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to high-quality work.

Job Type: Full-time

Position:
HR & Government Relations Officer

Reporting to:
HR & Government Relations Manager

Based:
Manama, Bahrain

Working Hours:
08:00am - 5:30 pm

Weekly Off:
Friday & Sunday

** Open for Bahraini Nationals

The Job:

• Represent G4S Bahrain in meetings with various Bahraini authorities such as LMRA, SIO, and other departments to handle payments, submit cheques, and address immigration or fines-related matters.
• Maintain the records regarding visa applications, renewals, cancellations, information updates and liaise with other departments and employees to maintain their records updated and process them accordingly in the different government systems (LMRA, SIO, CIO, etc.)
• Monitor and manage upcoming visa and residence visa expiration to ensure timely renewal and prevent any employee-related issues.
• Liaise with the HR & Government Relations Manager to provide information, suggestions and follow ups on Bahrainization compliance, WPS compliance and regulatory changes.
• Support the HR department in administrative tasks such as controlling, filing and updating employee information, contracts and other documents in G4S files and internal systems.

The Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor or Diploma holder in any field from a reputable educational institution.
• Knowledgeable in Bahrain Labour Law and Bahraini Government systems and programmes such as LMRA, GOSI, CIO, Immigration and similar
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel) and G Suite Packages (Google Sheet)
• Good English communication, both written and verbal
• Good attention to details