Government Relations Officer (UAE National)

Hybrid/Remote

Position status: Open

About our Client

Our client is a multinational company with a global footprint, they have a division responsible for the production of armoured vehicles with manufacturing facilities around the world.

Description

The jobholder will be responsible for the delivery of effective government relations duties. This is a challenging role that requires excellent interpersonal and customer handling skills. You will be responsible for making applications to and liaising with a wide range of UAE government authorities. You will be a strong team player and will work closely with colleagues in the global company and UAE based divisions to enable the client to conduct business in the UAE.

Dealing with UAE authorities regarding the smooth import & export of goods
Receiving, recording, organising, prioritising work and updating customers on progress.
Preparing applications for submission to UAE authorities, the majority of which will need to be written in Arabic.
Obtaining UAE Visa/Visit Visa for staff and visitors
Providing guidance about UAE processes and procedures
Drafting communications to UAE government departments

This role can be office or home based and could be consider for part time working hours if preferred

Successful Applicant

Please Note: Applications for this role will only be accepted from UAE nationals who hold a Family Book

You will be able to provide a quality service at pace, an expert in communication and have at leats 3 years experience providing a similar function for a multinational company.

Experience of working in or dealing with the UAE Government: MoD, Customs, MoI, and other UAE authorities.
Excellent communication skills in English and Arabic, both verbal and written (this will be tested at interview).
A confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to engage at all levels internally and with external contacts and collaborate effectively across teams.
Excellent customer service skills. Demonstrates courtesy and consideration in dealing with internal and external contacts.
Strong work ethic and demonstrates high level of professionalism.
Resourcefulness in solving problems and demonstrates good judgement.
Ability to multi-task and respond quickly and flexibly to meet multiple and changing priorities.
Proven record of organisational ability. Ability to prioritise and organise own workload and meet deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail and without compromising the quality of the work.
Excellent IT skills and office administration skills, with good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly MS Excel, which will be used for recording data and producing, reports.
Holds a valid UAE driving license.

What's on offer

Salary is negotiable depending on experience, flexible working hours, company bonus, insurance and air ticket allowance.

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