Public Relations Officer

Job Description

Job Summary

Government Relations

• Liaise with UAE government authorities, including:

+ UAE Immigration (GDRFA And ICP)

+ Free Zone Authorities

• + Municipalities and other regulatory bodies
• Maintain professional relationships with government departments to ensure smooth processing of company matters.

Visa & Immigration Services

• Process employment, residence, dependent, and visit visas.
• Handle visa renewals, cancellations, status changes, and transfers.
• Coordinate Emirates ID applications, renewals, medical tests, and biometric appointments.
• Maintain accurate records of employee immigration documents and expiry dates.

Labor & Compliance

• Process labor contracts, work permits, and employee onboarding/offboarding formalities.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws and immigration regulations.
• Monitor legal deadlines and prevent penalties or violations.

Trade License & Corporate Documentation

• Manage company trade license issuance, renewal, amendment, and cancellation.
• Process Establishment Cards, Ejari renewals, permits, and other corporate registrations.
• Prepare and submit government applications, official letters, and supporting documents.
• Coordinate document attestation, notarization, legalization, and translation services.

Administrative Support

• Maintain company legal files and compliance records.
• Track visa, license, and permit expiry dates.
• Assist management with company formation, branch registrations, and business setup requirements.
• Prepare periodic reports on government transactions and compliance status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Human Resources, Public Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of UAE experience as a PRO or Government Relations Officer.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws, immigration procedures, and licensing requirements.
• Experience with government portals such as MOHRE, ICP, GDRFA, and Free Zone systems.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Valid UAE driving license preferred.

Required Skills

• Government relations and stakeholder management
• Visa and immigration processing
• Regulatory compliance
• Documentation and record management
• Communication and negotiation skills
• Time management and multitasking
• Problem-solving and attention to detail
• Confidentiality and professionalism

Typical Salary Range In Dubai

• Junior PRO: AED 4,000 – 7,000 per month
• Mid-Level PRO: AED 7,000 – 12,000 per month
• Senior PRO / Government Relations Specialist: AED 12,000+ per month (depending on industry and company size).

Kpi Examples

• Visa processing turnaround time
• 100% compliance with renewal deadlines
• Zero government fines or penalties
• Accurate maintenance of employee and company records
• Timely completion of licensing and permit renewals
• This JD reflects the standard UAE PRO role, which is primarily focused on government relations, immigration, labor compliance, and corporate licensing rather than media/publicity relations.