Government Relations & Regulatory Officer

The successful candidate must be highly organised, deadline-driven and capable of taking full responsibility for all documentation submitted by GSS to government ministries, departments and regulatory authorities.

Relevant university degree or suitable professional experience.

Previous experience in government relations, regulatory affairs, administration, compliance or a similar position.

Good knowledge of Afghan government structures and administrative procedures.

Experience dealing with government ministries, licensing authorities, regulatory offices or similar institutions.

Strong written and spoken Dari and Pashto.

Excellent working knowledge of English.

Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and email.

Strong document-control and record-keeping skills.

Ability to communicate professionally and diplomatically with government officials.

Applicants must provide at least two credible professional references who can be contacted by GSS to verify the candidate’s employment history, conduct, reliability and suitability for the position.

References should preferably be previous supervisors, managers, employers or senior professional contacts and must include the referee’s full name, position, organisation, telephone number and email address.

GSS reserves the right to contact the listed references as part of the recruitment and verification process.

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate must demonstrate

Excellent punctuality and attendance

Strong discipline and reliability

Strong sense of responsibility and accountability

Excellent follow-up skills

Strong time-management and organisational ability

Ability to meet deadlines consistently

Strong attention to detail

Professional and respectful conduct

High level of integrity, discretion and confidentiality

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks

Clear and timely communication with management

Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation

Ability to immediately identify and report compliance or documentation issues

Key Responsibilities

Maintain professional working relationships with relevant government ministries, departments and regulatory authorities.

Ensure that all new appointments, resignations, terminations, transfers, position changes and other personnel movements are reported to the relevant government authorities within the required timeframe.

Ensure that all official personnel name lists and government personnel records are kept fully updated at all times.

Prepare, verify, submit and follow up all personnel-related documentation required by government offices.

Take responsibility for all documentation submitted by GSS to any government authority, ensuring that it is complete, accurate, properly authorised and submitted on time.

Maintain a proper register of all government submissions, including submission dates, reference numbers, responsible authorities and follow-up status.

Follow up on company licences, permits, registrations, renewals, approvals and other regulatory matters until final completion.

Maintain accurate records and copies of all official correspondence, licences, approvals and government documentation.

Coordinate closely with HR and Management to ensure that personnel records submitted to government authorities match GSS internal records.

Immediately report any delay, rejection, discrepancy, missing document or compliance issue to management.

Attend meetings with government authorities and represent GSS professionally when required.

Monitor relevant regulatory requirements and inform management of any changes that may affect GSS operations.

Accountability

The Government Relations & Regulatory Officer will be directly responsible for the accuracy, completeness, timely submission and follow-up of any and all documentation submitted by GSS to government ministries, departments and regulatory authorities. All assigned matters must be followed through until completion, and any delay or problem must be reported to management without delay.

Interested candidates must complete the online application form and provide all requested information and supporting documents.

The application must include

Updated CV

Cover Letter

Details of at least two credible professional references

Full contact details for each reference, including name, position, organisation, telephone/WhatsApp number and email address

Any other supporting documentation requested in the online application

Only complete online applications will be considered.

Application Deadline: 20 October 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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