Strategic PRO: Government Docs & Visas Lead

Centena Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Centena Group in Abu Dhabi seeks a Government Relations Officer (PRO) to manage visas, labour contracts, labour cards, renewals, and other government documentation. The role requires coordinating with authorities and internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years in PRO activities, holds a UAE driving license, and is fluent in Arabic, with English proficiency preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in PRO activities.
• Should have UAE driving license.
• Fluency in spoken Arabic is mandatory, with good command of English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Abu Dhabi Immigration, Labor Department, and other government authorities to process visas, labour contracts, labour cards, renewals, and other government-related documents promptly.
• Ensure timely communication and provision of accurate information to the concerned ISP/ESP and internal stakeholders, minimizing delays and complaints.
• Ensure all tenancy contracts, trade licenses, Chamber certificates, registrations, and other statutory documents are renewed on time without any lapse.
• Coordinate the registration of new contracts and ensure all submissions are completed accurately and without errors.
• Arrange and renew security passes and other access-related permits within the required timelines.
• Coordinate the collection and timely submission of tenders and work closely with the Accounts Department to ensure bank guarantees are collected and deposited with the concerned authorities/departments.
• Coordinate with various embassies and consulates to obtain business visas and other required documentation for employees within the required timelines.
• Maintain and organize government-related documents, records, and personnel files, ensuring proper documentation and easy accessibility when required.
• Provide administrative and office support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable statutory and legal requirements related to visas, labor matters, gratuity payments, employee separations, and other government processes.
• Monitor government-related deadlines and ensure timely completion of all transactions to avoid fines, penalties, or operational disruptions.
• Document and track negative communications or complaints received from customers/ISP/ESP and coordinate with the Reporting Officer to resolve them promptly.
• Maintain a proactive approach to government relations and administrative matters to ensure uninterrupted business operations.

Skills

Arabic fluency

English communication

UAE driving license

Job description

Centena Group in Abu Dhabi seeks a Government Relations Officer (PRO) to manage visas, labour contracts, labour cards, renewals, and other government documentation. The role requires coordinating with authorities and internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years in PRO activities, holds a UAE driving license, and is fluent in Arabic, with English proficiency preferred.