Public Relations Officer (PRO)

Company Description

Charles & Darwish Associates, based in UAE, is a trusted provider of comprehensive management consulting and accounting services. The company offers both standard and custom-tailored solutions to help clients achieve their business objectives. Core areas of expertise include Auditing and Assurance, Accounting and Advisory, Tax, and Business and Management Consultancy. The team is composed of skilled professionals, including Chartered Accountants (ICAI, ACCA) and Management Accountants (CMA), with experience across diverse industries. CDA is dedicated to delivering proactive business advice to support clients in meeting their commercial and regulatory obligations.

Role Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Public Relations Officer (PRO) to manage all government-related documentation and client services. The ideal candidate will assist clients with visa processing, licensing, attestations, and other regulatory requirements in compliance with UAE laws and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with visa applications including Employment, Dependent, Investor, Partner, and other relevant visa categories.
• Manage visa cancellation processes, both inside and outside the UAE, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate and process employment contract attestations with the concerned authorities.
• Arrange inside-country change of status, VIP medical appointments, and Emirates ID applications.
• Support clients in obtaining No Objection Certificates (NOCs), salary certificates, and certified true copies of company documents.
• Handle document collection, verification, submission, and tracking with relevant government departments.
• Arrange transportation and courier services for client documents when required.
• Prepare and issue proforma invoices and follow up with clients to ensure timely payments.
• Draft and process Board Resolutions and official request letters as per client requirements.
• Assist clients with trade license renewal, amendment, upgrade, and cancellation, including licensing works across all UAE Free Zones.
• Coordinate document attestation and translation services.
• Support clients in driving license transfers or opening a new driving license file.
• Assist in retrieving lost or duplicate company documents from relevant authorities.
• Demonstrate hands-on experience in visa processing and licensing works across all UAE Free Zones, ensuring adherence to respective authority requirements.
• Maintain accurate records, ensure timely follow-ups, and provide status updates to clients and internal teams.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a PRO or similar role in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of UAE immigration, labor laws, and government procedures.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to handle multiple clients and tasks simultaneously.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Familiarity with UAE government portals (MOHRE, ICP, GDRFA, etc.) is an advantage.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.

Who We're Looking For:

• A detail-oriented and proactive PRO professional with strong knowledge of UAE government procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple client portfolios simultaneously while meeting strict timelines and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with the capability to train, guide, and support junior team members.
• Strong commitment to delivering high-quality service, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and client satisfaction at all times.
• Excellent coordination and follow-up skills with government authorities and internal teams.

Location: UAE (Candidates must be currently based in the UAE)

Experience: 2-4 years of relevant UAE PRO experience

Vacancies: 1 (Full-Time Position)

Industry Type: Accounting, Auditing & Consulting

Functional Area: Public Relations Officer (PRO)