Senior PRO (Public Relation Officer)
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About the Role
Nova International General Contracting seeks a Senior PRO to manage government relations, visa processing, and compliance for construction operations in Abu Dhabi. The role requires 10-15 years of PRO experience in construction, Arabic and English proficiency, and a valid UAE driving license.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all government relations with UAE authorities (MOHRE, GDRFA, Immigration, Municipality, Economic Department)
- Oversee end‑to‑end visa, labor, and immigration processes for large‑scale construction manpower, including bulk processing and compliance
- Manage company trade licenses, contracting permits, NOCs, and construction‑related approvals across projects
- Ensure full compliance with UAE labor law, immigration regulations, and contracting requirements; advise management on regulatory changes
- Support project mobilization, government inspections, and audits, ensuring zero delays to site operations
- Maintain governance over document control, expiry tracking, and reporting
Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field
- 10 15 years of experience as a PRO, within construction, contracting, and developing companies (experience in Abu Dhabi is mandatory)
- Dubai PRO experience is an added advantage
- Strong working knowledge of UAE government systems and portals (MOHRE, ICA / ICP, TAMM, TASHEEL, GDRFA)
- Proficient in Arabic and English (spoken and written)
- Valid UAE driving license is mandatory
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
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Job Description
- Nova International General Contracting is a well established UAE based company dedicated to delivering excellence in general contracting and construction, specialized in executing branded residences.
- The Public Relations Officer (PRO) will be responsible for managing all interactions with UAE government authorities and ensuring full legal and regulatory compliance.
- This role plays a critical part in supporting construction operations by handling visas, labor, licensing, permits, and approvals required for smooth project execution and workforce management.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all government relations with UAE authorities (MOHRE, GDRFA, Immigration, Municipality, Economic Department).
- Oversee end‑to‑end visa, labor, and immigration processes for large‑scale construction manpower, including bulk processing and compliance.
- Manage company trade licenses, contracting permits, NOCs, and construction‑related approvals across projects.
- Ensure full compliance with UAE labor law, immigration regulations, and contracting requirements; advise management on regulatory changes.
- Support project mobilization, government inspections, and audits, ensuring zero delays to site operations.
- Maintain governance over document control, expiry tracking, and reporting.
Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
- 10 15 years of experience as a PRO, within construction, contracting, and developing companies (experience in Abu Dhabi is mandatory)
- Dubai PRO experience is an added advantage
- Strong working knowledge of UAE government systems and portals (MOHRE, ICA / ICP, TAMM, TASHEEL, GDRFA)
- Proficient in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
- Valid UAE driving license is mandatory
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
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