Transguard Group was established in 2001 and has diversified significantly, we lead in the fields of Cash Services, Security Services, Manpower Services, Facilities Management & Aviation. Transguard Group is the UAE’s most trusted business support and outsourcing provider and has a large, dynamic, and culturally diverse workforce with 50,000 employees!
We are currently recruiting for a Public Relations Officer (Emiratization) to join our PSCOD team in our office located in Musaffah Industrial 11, Abu Dhabi.
Scope: This Public Relations Officer position is responsible for facilitating communication and collaboration within Transguard and between Transguard and governmental entities. In addition, accountable for ensuring compliance with regulations, assist in obtaining licenses and permits, residency and employment work visas and permits, and bureaucratic processes. The incumbent must foster positive relationships with government officials to advocate for the interests of Transguard.
Financial
- Assist with proactively forecasting activities related to government fees, taxes, and any other financial obligations to the organization
- Identify cost saving opportunities by reviewing and negotiating government costs and expenses
- Ensure licenses and government related expenses and payments are processed on time without fines being imposed
Customer
- Develop and maintain excellent relationships with all Government offices, consulates, and Embassies
- Develop and maintain excellent relationships with all police department officials, Immigration
- Internal Stakeholder management to ensure swift and clear communication and completion of tasks within a timely manner
Process
- Maintain processes to optimise efficiency and timely finalisation of tasks
- Effectively manage the process of visa applications, permits and trade licenses as needed
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of applications to avoid any delays or penalties
- Assist with residency permits, labour contracts, and other administrative processes. May be involved in resolving disputes that arise during renewals, and new applications
- Opening and follow up of police cases involving Transguard and employees
Innovation
- Identify external processes that can be moved online to save time and money
- Stay abreast of customs and regulations to ensure that Transguard remains compliant with regulations
Skills
Selection Criteria
- UAE Family book
- Should be based or willing to relocate to Abu Dhabi
- General knowledge in MS Office
- Extensive knowledge of GPSSA and Emiratization requirements
- Written and spoken English and Arabic
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- High School qualified or equivalent
- UAE driving license
