Public Relations Officer
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Description
Overview / Responsibilities:
Wood is currently looking for a Public Relations Officer (PRO) to join our team in Dubai, UAE
Primary Responsibilities
Wood is currently looking for a Public Relations Officer (PRO) to join our team in Dubai, UAE
Primary Responsibilities
Provide service, support and assistance to new and existing employees on their requirements such as driving license, car registrations, accommodation and legal requirements to ensure that PR services are provided as required- Accompany employees to relevant ministry departments, traffic department, or medical testing facilities
- Preparing, processing and submitting documents related to entry and employment visas, family visas, trade licenses and other legal documents to government departments
- Providing advice to managers and staff on current changes and rulings relating to the Ministry of Labour and Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Commerce and Industry policies and procedures
- Collect and provide periodical updates from the government authorities on all labour and immigration rules to keep P&O department abreast of any changes in rules and procedures
- Submit, follow-up and collect all new employment and business visas to ensure that the visas are processed on a timely manner to support the business
- Renew, update and maintain all employees and their dependants\xe2\x80\x99 visas, labour cards, and labour contracts in a timely manner to ensure that company\xe2\x80\x99s records are up to date in the labour and immigration departments
- Renew, update and maintain the trade licenses and other government certificates of all company\xe2\x80\x99s legal entities in the UAE to ensure that the documents are up to date
- Renew and maintain all company\xe2\x80\x99s leases in UAE before its expiry, which includes offices and company apartments
- Obtain visas from other embassies in UAE for staff members for their business travel
- Arrange the processing of attestation of employee qualifications as required
Other Responsibilities
- Always Maintain confidentiality and security of company and employee documents
- Deal with general enquires regarding PRO functions promptly and efficiently to enhance the level of department service
- Assist in resolving any issues related to company vehicle registration and renewals to ensure that PRO services are provided as and when it is required
- Support P&O for any requirements (e.g. inductions, job profile, competency assessment and trainings)
- Accurate preparation of documents according to the requirement of the legal authorities
- Understand the laws and regulations to keep the company up to date and advise on any changes there maybe.
- Proven experience dealing with UAE Ministry officials and offices
- Bilingual communication skills in English and Arabic
- Ability to use a range of computerized government system applications
- Extensive knowledge of government legislation and polices as well as processes and procedures relating to government required documentation.
- Well-developed interpersonal communication skills including the ability to perform effectively in a team environment with a strong client focus
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com Diversity Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1525399
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationDubai, United Arab Emirates
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EducationNot mentioned