Public Relations Coordinator - Government and Stakeholder Relations - UAE National

AECOM Middle East Ltd

Dubai

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AED 180 000 - 300 000

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Employee stock purchase plans

Flexible work options

Résumé du poste

AECOM is seeking an experienced Public Relations Coordinator to support government relations, stakeholder engagement, and authority coordination for infrastructure projects in Dubai, UAE. The role requires 15 years of relevant experience and UAE national status, with on-site duties and close collaboration with government authorities and utility providers.

The successful candidate will act as the primary liaison between project teams, Dubai Municipality, and other stakeholders, ensuring permit

Qualifications

Must be UAE National with UAE Family Book.
15 years of experience in government relations, stakeholder coordination, or public relations.
Fluent in Arabic and English.
Strong knowledge of Dubai government procedures and authority approvals.
Excellent written and verbal communication with government bodies.

Responsabilités

Act as primary liaison between project team, Dubai Municipality, government authorities, and stakeholders.
Coordinate government relations and public relations activities for infrastructure projects.
Establish and maintain communication with Dubai Municipality departments and other government entities.
Facilitate permits, regulatory approvals, and authority requirements.
Support resolution of government-related issues affecting construction progress.
Represent project team during authority meetings and coordination activities.
Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality procedures and local regulations.
Maintain stakeholder relationships and coordinate access arrangements for public areas.
Prepare coordination information for stakeholder meetings and reports.

Connaissances

Govt relations

Stakeholder coordination

Public relations

Arabic & English

Communication

Formation

BA/Diploma in Business Admin

Description du poste

Public Relations Coordinator - Government and Stakeholder Relations - UAE National Job Snapshot - Role: Public Relations Coordinator - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Government Relations - Function: Public Relations - Experience: 15 years in government relations, stakeholder coordination, or public relations - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview AECOM is seeking an experienced Public Relations Coordinator to support government relations, stakeholder engagement, and authority coordination for infrastructure and construction projects in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The position is open to UAE Nationals holding a UAE Family Book and requires 15 years of relevant experience in government relations, stakeholder coordination, or public relations. The successful candidate will act as the primary liaison between the project team, Dubai Municipality (DM), government departments, utility service providers, and local stakeholders. The role focuses on facilitating permits, No Objection Certificates (NOCs), regulatory approvals, public communications, and access arrangements necessary for smooth project execution. Working closely with the Project Manager, Resident Engineer, contractors, and government representatives, the Public Relations Coordinator will help resolve authority-related issues, maintain stakeholder relationships, and ensure coordination activities comply with Dubai Municipality requirements and applicable local regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the primary liaison between the project team, Dubai Municipality, government authorities, and relevant stakeholders.
Coordinate project‑related government relations and public relations activities.
Establish and maintain effective communication with Dubai Municipality departments and other relevant government entities.
Facilitate coordination concerning construction permits, regulatory approvals, and authority requirements.
Support the project team in resolving government‑related issues that may affect construction progress.
Represent the project team professionally during authority meetings and coordination activities.
Ensure government relations activities follow applicable project procedures and local regulations.

Permits, Approvals and NOC Management

Coordinate submissions and follow‑up activities for project permits, approvals, and No Objection Certificates.
Liaise with relevant government departments and utility providers regarding approval requirements.
Monitor outstanding submissions and identify matters requiring further action.
Follow up with responsible authorities to support timely processing of pending applications.
Maintain accurate records of permit and NOC correspondence.
Communicate approval status and outstanding requirements to the Project Manager and Resident Engineer.
Support resolution of issues affecting authority approvals and construction schedules.

Dubai Municipality Coordination

Coordinate with Dubai Municipality representatives regarding planned construction activities.
Facilitate discussions concerning works affecting public roads, utilities, and existing infrastructure.
Support coordination of road closures, traffic diversions, and temporary access arrangements.
Liaise with relevant municipal departments regarding public area construction requirements.
Arrange meetings, site visits, and inspections involving Dubai Municipality representatives.
Monitor compliance with applicable municipal procedures.
Follow up on commitments and action items arising from municipal coordination meetings.

Stakeholder and Community Relations

Maintain effective working relationships with community representatives, local stakeholders, and project participants.
Act as a communication link between the project team and affected stakeholders.
Respond to project‑related public inquiries and coordinate appropriate follow‑up.
Support communication with residents, businesses, and road users affected by construction activities.
Assist in identifying and addressing stakeholder concerns.
Coordinate with relevant project personnel to resolve access restrictions and community‑related issues.
Promote clear and professional communication throughout project implementation.

Public Notifications and Communications

Assist in coordinating public notifications concerning planned construction activities.
Support communication regarding road closures, diversions, and temporary access arrangements.
Coordinate relevant information for residents, businesses, and surrounding communities.
Liaise with construction teams to obtain accurate information about planned works.
Help ensure public communications reflect applicable authority requirements and project procedures.
Support timely communication of changes affecting access or public infrastructure.

Construction and Utility Stakeholder Coordination

Coordinate with construction and utilities teams regarding activities requiring government or service provider involvement.
Support authority liaison for works affecting roads, drainage, utilities, and public areas.
Facilitate communication between contractors and relevant government departments.
Coordinate stakeholder requirements associated with construction access and existing infrastructure.
Follow up on authority‑related concerns that could affect project execution.
Assist project teams in addressing coordination issues involving utility providers and local stakeholders.

Stakeholder Meetings and Site Visits

Arrange and coordinate meetings with Dubai Municipality and other government representatives.
Support authority inspections, site visits, and project discussions.
Prepare relevant coordination information for stakeholder meetings.
Record meeting outcomes, commitments, and required follow‑up actions.
Communicate agreed actions to responsible project personnel.
Monitor completion of outstanding coordination requirements.
Maintain professional relationships with participating authorities and stakeholders.

Public Complaints and Issue Resolution

Support the project team in managing complaints from residents, businesses, and other stakeholders.
Coordinate timely responses to public inquiries and concerns.
Identify stakeholder issues requiring technical or management input.
Liaise with relevant construction and project personnel to support practical resolutions.
Assist in resolving conflicts involving construction access and local stakeholders.
Maintain records of complaints, responses, and follow‑up activities.
Escalate significant or unresolved matters to the appropriate project management personnel.

Stakeholder Documentation and Reporting

Maintain organised records of government correspondence, permits, approvals, and NOCs.
Document commitments and actions arising from stakeholder meetings.
Track outstanding authority submissions and coordination requirements.
Maintain an updated stakeholder contact database.
Establish effective communication channels with relevant local authorities.
Prepare regular updates for the Project Manager and Resident Engineer.
Report pending approvals, stakeholder concerns, and matters requiring management attention.
Ensure project‑related public relations documentation remains accurate and accessible.

Regulatory Compliance and Project Support

Monitor stakeholder requirements and applicable Dubai Municipality procedures.
Support compliance with relevant local regulations affecting project coordination.
Communicate authority requirements to the project team.
Assist in identifying issues that may delay construction or regulatory approvals.
Coordinate appropriate follow‑up actions with responsible stakeholders.
Support urgent and emergency communication with government authorities when required.
Ensure public relations and stakeholder activities follow established project procedures.

Qualifications and Professional Experience

Mandatory Requirements

Must be a UAE National (Emirati) holding a UAE Family Book.
Diploma or Bachelor 's degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, Communications, or a related field.
15 years of professional experience in government relations, stakeholder coordination, or public relations.
Strong knowledge of Dubai government procedures and authority approval processes.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English.
Ability to coordinate effectively with government departments, contractors, and project stakeholders.
Understanding of authority liaison, permit coordination, and stakeholder communication requirements.

Preferred Experience

Experience supporting infrastructure projects.
Experience coordinating government relations for utility construction projects.
Familiarity with roads, drainage, or general construction projects.

Technical Skills and Professional Competencies

Government relations and public relations coordination.
Dubai Municipality procedures and authority liaison.
Government permits and regulatory approvals.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) coordination.
Infrastructure and construction stakeholder engagement.
Road closure and traffic diversion coordination.
Utility authority and service provider liaison.
Public notifications and community communications.
Stakeholder complaints and issue resolution.
Government correspondence and documentation.
Stakeholder contact database management.
Meeting coordination and action tracking.
Arabic and English professional communication.
Regulatory compliance and project coordination.
Stakeholder reporting and follow‑up management.
Emergency and urgent authority coordination.

Recruitment and Onboarding Requirements

AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and takes fraudulent hiring activities seriously. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding session at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.