Government Relations & Visa Coordinator

Astro Offshore; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Astro Offshore in Dubai is seeking an experienced Government Relations Coordinator for a full-time, office-based role. Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory, and you will manage visa and permit processes with UAE authorities.

You will prepare documentation for visas, labour cards, licences, and renewals; track expiry dates; coordinate with government officers and embassies; and ensure timely submissions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of GRO/PRO experience.
• Experience in marine or oil & gas industry preferred.
• Experience with CICPA processes and offshore permits for vessels and crew.
• Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory.
• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Government Relations with all administrative and coordination tasks.
• Prepare and organize documentation for visas, labour cards, licences, permits and renewals.
• Maintain and update records for employee visas, residence permits, labour cards and dependents.
• Coordinate with Government Relations Officers and internal departments for timely submissions.
• Liaise with UAE authorities, embassies and consulates for business-entry visa processing.
• Monitor changes in government rules and report updates to the department.
• Prepare correspondence in English and Arabic to UAE authorities as instructed.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of company and employee documents.

Skills

Bilingual Arabic/English

GRO/PRO experience

Organisation and coordination

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Astro Offshore in Dubai is seeking an experienced Government Relations Coordinator for a full-time, office-based role. Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory, and you will manage visa and permit processes with UAE authorities.

You will prepare documentation for visas, labour cards, licences, and renewals; track expiry dates; coordinate with government officers and embassies; and ensure timely submissions.