Summary
Frank Porter is hiring an on-site Public Relations Officer in Dubai. The role manages employee visa, permit, labour contract, Emirates ID, and medical fitness processes, and coordinates with UAE government authorities. Duties also include renewing company licences and establishment cards, maintaining official records, and supporting onboarding, offboarding, and audits. Applicants need UAE PRO experience, knowledge of immigration and labour procedures, familiarity with MOHRE, GDRFA, and ICP portals, and a valid UAE driving licence.
The posting
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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.