Government and Corporate Relations Officer / PRO

OverviewDNV United Arab Emirates is looking for a Government and Corporate Relations Officer / PRO to be based in our regional office in Abu Dhabi. This role works closely with the Government relations team to ensure timely renewal of visas and work permits, trade license renewals, and all other required activities. The role holder will have regular and frequent interaction with the Business Area and Global Shared Services representatives.ResponsibilitiesEmployee-related activities:Monitoring visa validity and flagging off visa renewal requirements to employeesCoordinate and obtain employment/residence visa for new employees/existing employeesCoordinate with typing centers and the employee enquiry for family visa renewalReviewing invoices submitted by typing center for correctnessObtain work permit and visa for the SubcontractorsAssist and coordinate to obtain business visit visa to other countriesObtain mission work permit and visaCoordinate cancellation of visa for employees and familiesArranging for a visa fitness exam for the newly hired employeesObtain residence visas and renewal for families of IA employeesCancellation of Mission visaInter-office support:Assisting the Global Mobility team regarding Ejari registration as and when neededCoordinate with Pune team/BA HR/GMT related to visa queries and requirementsAssisting GSS finance team with Emirati pension paymentsAssisting GSS finance in resolving issues for closure of Legal Entity without penaltiesSupporting legal department with the Insurance Authority registration and renewalSupport with the official documents legalizationAdding/removing activity for Abu Dhabi trade licenseSupport with the adding/removing activity for the other legal entities (if needed)Proven working experience as Public Relations OfficerFamiliarity with Immigration system labor permit process legal procedures and protocolsSatisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operationsComputer literacyProficiency in English and ArabicMinistry related activities:Trade License RenewalChamber of commerce certificate renewalMinistry of Economy registration renewalEnvironmental agencies certificate renewalCivil Defense certificate renewalNuclear Authority approvalNational Media Council registration and renewalCoordinating with Labour InspectorsCoordinating with Municipal InspectorsGetting visa quota from Ministry of LabourEstablishment card for Immigration renewalResponsibilitiesFlexible work arrangements for better work-life balanceGenerous Paid Leaves (Annual Sick Compassionate Local Public Marriage Maternity Paternity Medical leave Household Moving Hajj Leave Exam leave Unpaid leave)Pension and Insurance Policies (Medical Insurance Group Life Insurance Pension Policy)Additional Benefits (Long Service Awards Mobile Phone Reimbursement Car Allowances Relocation Allowances Housing Allowances Health / Fitness Club Subsidy Professional Membership Fees School Fee Contribution)*Benefits may vary based on position tenure/contract/grade level*DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender religion race national or ethnic origin cultural background social group disability sexual orientation gender identity marital status age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.QualificationsProven working experience as Public Relations OfficerFamiliarity with Immigration system labor permit process legal procedures and protocolsSatisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operationsComputer literacyProficiency in English and ArabicPersonal QualitiesExcellent interpersonal skillsClear and effective communication is a mustAbility to manage a variety of different tasks at the same timeAccurate and eye for detailsAbility to maintain strict confidentiality and ensure compliancePositive and team spiritedSolution oriented willing to take initiative to solve problemsRequired ExperienceUnclear Seniority#J-18808-Ljbffr