Yaqub Al-Ghamdi
Government Affairs Manage
Dhahran
Summary
Highly accomplished Government Affairs Manager with over 17 years of experience in managing
regulatory compliance, government relations, and logistics across energy, industrial services, and
healthcare sectors. Proven expertise in navigating complex government procedures, building
strategic relationships with key stakeholders, and streamlining processes to support organizational
goals. Adept at handling high-pressure environments with professionalism and integrity
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Government Affairs Manager
King Salman Energy Park (SPARK)
01.2019 - Current
- Analyze and interpret the current administrative regulations related to construction, site preparation, and permitting in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, ensuring alignment with company policies and operational procedures.
- Initiate and coordinate corrective actions, both internally and externally, to accelerate permitting procedures as required.
- Support tenants and internal departments on all government-related affairs and regulatory processes.
- Represent the company in dealings with government bodies concerning employee compliance, including work visas, visit visas, and gate pass issuance.
- Monitor and track the progress of all internal and external permitting activities, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution.
- Engage with key government platforms and programs such as:
Muqeem, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Zawil, Tayseer, QIWA, Mudad,
ZAKAT, GOSI, TAQAT, Chamber of Commerce (COC), Ejar, Saudi Post, SECB, Modan, Ministry of Commerce and others. - Develop and maintain strong relationships with government entities, key stakeholders, and partner sectors.
- Create and manage a comprehensive database of all public and governmental documents, maintaining both hard and digital copies.
- Handle document submissions, visa applications, and follow-ups with relevant consulates and embassies.
- Keep up-to-date records of visa regulations, embassy procedures, and manage claims related to cash transactions.
- Support certificate attestation processes for employee documentation and administrative requirements.
- Manage issuance and renewal of:
Gate passes, Iqamas, Trade Licenses, and Block Visa Requests. - Build and sustain relationships with accredited agencies working with Saudi embassies globally.
- Oversee injury/accident management formalities, coordinating with hospitals and service providers.
- Liaise with Aramco to facilitate:
Issuance and renewal of Aramco employee IDs and vehicle sticker registrations.
Government Relations Officer
SUBSEA
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Maintain Trackers for the various employee transaction status.
- Dealing transactions with the Ras Tanura and KhafJi seaport securities, marines, and police officials.
- Prepares, Follow-ups, and Renews Aramco ID and sticker on SAP, including Iqama renewals and GOSI certifications.
- Prepares Registration Trademark.
- Ensures visit visa's (LOI) are issued & deposited to all manual requests.
- (Other roles same as Section A: IV-XV)
Government Relations and Human Resources Manager
APC OILFIELD SERVICES
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Manages legal and all logistics matters.
- Signs agreement with major shipping companies such as DHL, FedEx, and TNT.
- Processing shipments clearance with Dammam Airport Customs, King Fahd Causeway Customs, Qatar Customs, Kuwait Customs and Dammam Port Customs.
- Responsible for all small and large shipments.
- Working with agreements among shipping agencies at the lowest prices but with highest quality.
- Ensures shipments to be released by customs on the same day.
- Travels across GCC to scout and select the best and cheapest shipping agencies.
- (Other roles same as Section A: IV-XIV)
Government Relations and Human Resources Manager
NAJD LAUNDRY CO.
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Company Overview: Previous ARAMCO Hospitals (Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare)
- Manages legal and all matters for logistics.
- Signs agreement with major shipping companies such as DHL, FedEx, and TNT.
- Processing shipments clearance with Dammam Airport Customs, King Fahd Causeway Customs, Qatar Customs, Kuwait Customs and Dammam Port Customs.
- Responsible for all small and large shipments.
- Working with agreements among shipping agencies at the lowest prices but with highest quality.
- Ensures shipments to be released by customs on the same day.
- Travels across GCC to scout and select the best and cheapest shipping agencies.
- (Other roles encompass same as above from Section A IV-XIV)
- Previous ARAMCO Hospitals (Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare)
Explosives Security Supervisor/ Government Relation Representative
Schlumberger Middle East
02.2006 - 05.2015
- Prepares and coordinates official speeches to Aramco and police in Monthly Stocktaking.
- Issues goods receipts, managing returns. and design packing.
- Works in various locations and remote sites.
- Conducts technical reading and reporting of gauges measurements.
- Performs filed operations duties in accordance with the procedures.
- Works with authorities and customs to clear dangerous Imports.
- Coordinates with local officials in issuing purchase orders for explosives and expedites the deliveries.
- Supervises the explosive unit staff.
- Maintains, handles, and controls the safest storage of dangerous goods inside and outside company premises and anything within company custody.
- Full control over all items in custody.
- Provides updated explosive inspection and reports.
- Provides technical and administrative presentations to senior management.
- Prepares emails, letters and other communications to government authorities and Aramco.
- Arranges business meetings with high levels for the company, Saud Aramco, and authorities in resolving problems.
- Send daily reports of all completed jobs and planned tasks to Aramco and police officials in Arabic and English language.
- Prepare a weekly action plan under the supervision of higher management.
- (Other roles encompass same as above from Section A IV-XIII)
Education
Diploma - Networks
Al Alamiah Institute
Dammam, Saudi Arabia 01.2007 - 01.2009
Skills
- Multitasking
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Adaptability
- Communication
- ERP
- Microsoft Office
- Saudi Labor Law
- Cyber Security
- SAP
- Expert Insights On Communication Essential
- The Essentials of Business Etiquette and Protocol
- Expert Insights On Managing a Crisis
- Practical public affairs
Timeline
Government Affairs Manager
King Salman Energy Park (SPARK)
01.2019 - Current
Government Relations Officer
SUBSEA
01.2017 - 01.2019
Government Relations and Human Resources Manager
APC OILFIELD SERVICES
01.2016 - 01.2017
Government Relations and Human Resources Manager
NAJD LAUNDRY CO.
01.2015 - 01.2016
Diploma - Networks
Al Alamiah Institute
01.2007 - 01.2009
Explosives Security Supervisor/ Government Relation Representative
Schlumberger Middle East
02.2006 - 05.2015
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