Public Relations & Government Affairs Coordinator (Dubai)

AECOM Corporation; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life and disability benefits

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase plans

Flexible work options

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Govt relations

Stakeholder coordination

Public relations

Arabic & English

Communication

Education

BA/Diploma in Business Admin

Job description

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