EMIRATISATION & GOVERNMENT RELATIONS MANAGER

Laurenjose; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent semi-government conglomerate in Dubai is seeking an Emiratisation & Government Relations Manager to support their Engineering division. This role involves establishing relationships with government departments, managing Emiratisation processes, and ensuring compliance with government regulations. The ideal candidate is an Emirati national with at least 7 years of experience dealing with government entities, strong relationship management skills, and fluency in English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• More than 7 years in dealing with Government Departments, particularly MoHRE and Immigration.
• UAE National with family book.
• Ability to work diligently and manage strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage relationships with Government Departments.
• Coordinate processes for Governmental issues concerning employees.
• Be the company's contact for Emiratization matters.

Skills

Relationship management

Knowledge of e-governance

English proficiency

Arabic proficiency

Job description

Our client, a leading Semi Government Conglomerate, is looking for an EMIRATISATION & GOVERNMENT RELATIONS MANAGER to support their Engineering division.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage good relationships with Government Departments and ensure all transactions are completed within the timelines
• Keep abreast on government regulations and statutory requirements and determine their impact on the company
• Liaise with the Ministries and other government entities to resolve issues related to Work permits, Residence Permits, National ID / Emirates ID and other Government documentary requirements
• Coordinate processes relating to Governmental issues concerning employees
• Promote and build strong / positive relationships and reputation with public officials and their staff
• Establish and manage good relationships with the Government Departments and ensure all transactions are completed timeously
• To liaise with Regional HR Manager and Country Manager in meeting the target of Emiratization % every year as stipulated by the Government in each Entity in the UAE.
• Support in finding Emirati candidates for relevant vacant position blocked for Emiratis
• Share the CV received with relevant HRBP
• Be the company’s point of contact for Emiratization matters – in particular with AFG and relevant government bodies

Requirements

• More than 7 years in dealing with Government Departments, particularly MoHRE and Immigration
• Knowledge of e-governance
• UAE National with family book
• Ability to work diligently, manage strict deadlines, and summarize complex issues in a clear and concise way.
• Language Skills
• English (Mandatory)
• Arabic (Mandatory)