Public Relations Officer (UAE Nationals)

Confidential; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Public Relations Officer (PRO) to manage government-related documentation, visas, labour permits and licensing for the organisation. The role focuses on timely, compliant processing and building strong relationships with government authorities.

The PRO will coordinate with MOHRE, ICP, Immigration, Municipality and other agencies, maintain records, monitor expiry dates, support onboarding/offboarding, and ensure adherence to UAE

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience as a PRO / Government Relations Officer in the UAE.
• Experience in real estate, property development, construction or related industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labour, immigration, visa and government procedures.
• Familiarity with UAE government portals and systems (MOHRE, ICP, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Manage and process government-related documentation and transactions for the company and its employees.
• Handle employee processes including employment visas, renewals, cancellations, labour permits, Emirates ID applications, medical fitness, etc.
• Coordinate with authorities such as MOHRE, ICP, Immigration, Municipality and Economic Development authorities.
• Manage licensing, permits, and registration requirements, including trade licence renewals and submissions.
• Maintain accurate records of visas, labour cards, permits and licences.
• Monitor expiry dates and initiate renewals to avoid penalties.
• Support onboarding and exit processes ensuring timely government formalities.
• Liaise with government departments to resolve issues and obtain approvals.
• Maintain relationships with government authorities and external service providers.
• Stay updated on UAE labour, immigration and government regulations and communicate updates.

Skills

Strong communication

Arabic proficiency

English proficiency

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Job description

Experience: 5+ Years

Role Purpose:

The Public Relations Officer (PRO) will be responsible for managing and coordinating all government-related activities, documentation and regulatory processes for the organisation. The role will ensure timely completion of visa, labour, licensing, immigration and other statutory requirements while maintaining strong relationships with relevant government authorities and external stakeholders.

The PRO will act as a key liaison between the company and government entities, ensuring all processes are completed accurately, efficiently and in compliance with applicable UAE regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and process all government-related documentation and transactions for the company and its employees.
• Handle employee-related processes including employment visas, visa renewals, cancellations, labour permits, Emirates ID applications, medical fitness requirements and status changes.
• Coordinate with relevant authorities such as MOHRE, ICP, Immigration, Municipality, Economic Development authorities and other government entities as required.
• Manage company-related licensing, permit and registration requirements, including trade licence renewals, amendments and regulatory submissions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of visas, labour cards, permits, licences and other government documents.
• Monitor expiry dates and proactively initiate renewals to avoid penalties or operational disruptions.
• Support the onboarding and exit process by ensuring all government and immigration formalities are completed within required timelines.
• Liaise with government departments to resolve issues, follow up on applications and obtain necessary approvals.
• Maintain strong professional relationships with relevant government authorities and external service providers.
• Stay updated on changes in UAE labour, immigration and government regulations and communicate relevant updates internally.
• Ensure that all government-related activities comply with company policies and applicable legal requirements.
• Coordinate with Human Capital, Finance, Legal, Administration and other internal departments for documentation and approvals.
• Prepare and submit required letters, forms, applications and supporting documents to government entities.
• Manage document attestation, authentication and other official documentation processes where required.
• Support company vehicles, permits, establishment cards and other administrative government-related requirements where applicable.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of employee and company documentation.
• Prepare periodic status reports on pending, completed and upcoming government transactions.
• Identify process improvements to reduce turnaround time and improve efficiency of government-related services.

Candidate Profile:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience as a PRO / Government Relations Officer within the UAE.
• Experience within real estate, property development, construction or a related industry would be preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of UAE labour, immigration, visa and government procedures.
• Familiarity with government portals and systems including MOHRE, ICP and other relevant UAE government platforms.
• Good understanding of licensing, permit and company registration procedures.
• Strong relationships and familiarity with government departments in Sharjah and the wider UAE would be an advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong command of Arabic and English.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines simultaneously.
• Good administrative, documentation and follow-up skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism.