Public Relations Officer

Frank Porter; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Frank Porter in Dubai is seeking a Public Relations Officer to join our onsite team. You will oversee employee documentation workflows, ensuring UAE regulatory compliance and smooth operations across HR and finance.

Reporting to the HR team, you will manage visa applications, permits and regulatory filings while maintaining precise records and coordinating with government authorities to support audits and inspections.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a PRO in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of UAE immigration and labour laws.
• Experience using MOHRE, GDRFA and ICP portals.
• Excellent communication and administrative skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee visa applications, renewals, cancellations, and status changes.
• Handle employment permits, labour contracts, Emirates ID applications, and medical fitness procedures for staff.
• Liaise with UAE government authorities, including MOHRE, GDRFA, ICP, and other regulatory bodies for various legal and compliance matters.
• Coordinate and process company trade licence renewals, establishment card renewals, and other corporate documentation.
• Ensure efficient and timely processing of all employee onboarding and offboarding documentation.
• Maintain accurate, updated records of employee visas, passports, Emirates IDs, and all official documentation.
• Monitor expiry dates of visas, licences, permits, and registrations, proactively ensuring timely renewals.
• Work closely with HR and Finance teams regarding scheduling, government fees, payments, and documentation.
• Act as a key point of contact for all PRO-related audits and document inspections.

Skills

Public relations

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Documentation management

Tools

MOHRE portal

GDRFA portal

ICP portal

Job description

Role Overview

Join our dynamic team in Dubai as a Public Relations Officer, where you'll work in an ONSITE environment collaborating closely with government entities and internal stakeholders. You will play a critical role in overseeing employee documentation processes, ensuring seamless compliance with UAE regulations, and supporting company operations through the management of official paperwork and regulatory matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee visa applications, renewals, cancellations, and status changes.


• Handle employment permits, labour contracts, Emirates ID applications, and medical fitness procedures for company staff.


• Liaise with UAE government authorities, including MOHRE, GDRFA, ICP, and other regulatory bodies for various legal and compliance matters.


• Coordinate and process company trade licence renewals, establishment card renewals, and other corporate documentation.


• Ensure efficient and timely processing of all employee onboarding and offboarding documentation.


• Maintain accurate, updated records of employee visas, passports, Emirates IDs, and all official documentation.


• Monitor expiry dates of visas, licences, permits, and registrations, proactively ensuring timely renewals.


• Work closely with HR and Finance teams regarding scheduling, government fees, payments, and documentation.


• Act as a key point of contact for all PRO-related audits and document inspections.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Public Relations Officer (PRO) in the UAE.


• Strong knowledge of UAE immigration, labour laws, visa processing, and government procedures.


• Experience using relevant government portals, including MOHRE, GDRFA, and ICP.


• Good communication, coordination, and administrative skills.


• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.


• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information professionally.


• A valid UAE driving licence is compulsory for this position.