Regulatory Inspection & Compliance Specialist

Dubai Government; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubai Media Council is seeking qualified professionals to join its Inspection and Compliance function within the Media Oversight Department. The role supports monitoring, inspection, investigation, and enforcement of media laws, regulations, and licensing standards across Dubai's media sector.

Successful candidates will be aligned with inspection levels based on qualifications, experience, and interview assessment, with opportunities to lead inspection teams and coordinate cross-departmentally.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, Media Regulation, or a related discipline, depending on the position level.
• Professional training or certifications in regulatory compliance, inspection, investigations, governance, enforcement, or risk management are advantageous.
• Ability and willingness to obtain judicial enforcement authority through Dubai Media Council, as required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct various inspections to ensure compliance with media regulations, permits, licenses, and regulatory requirements.
• Inspect media-related establishments and activities such as advertising operators, publishers, production companies, filming locations, gaming businesses, and other regulated entities.
• Identify violations and non-compliance, documenting findings and escalating as needed.
• Collect and review inspection evidence including photographs, permits, and licensing documents.
• Prepare inspection reports, findings, violation records, and enforcement recommendations.
• Support investigations into regulatory breaches and conduct follow-up inspections to verify corrective actions.
• Issue warnings, notices, fines, and other enforcement measures as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and documentation using approved systems.
• Coordinate with internal departments and regulatory bodies on inspection matters.
• Communicate findings and corrective actions professionally to regulated entities.
• Identify recurring compliance issues and opportunities to improve inspection effectiveness.

Skills

Inspection procedures

Regulatory compliance

Enforcement practices

Observation skills

Arabic & English

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Public Administration

Media Regulation

Related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Dubai Media Council is seeking qualified professionals to join its Inspection and Compliance function within the Media Oversight Department. The role supports monitoring, inspection, investigation, and enforcement of media laws, regulations, and licensing standards across Dubai's media sector.

Successful candidates will be aligned with inspection levels based on qualifications, experience, and interview assessment, with opportunities to lead inspection teams and coordinate cross-departmentally.