Fairmont The Palm is presently recruiting suitably qualified and skilled candidate for the role of Government Relations Coordinator. The role holder is responsible to assist in the processing and renewing of all types of visas, including employment visas, residence visas for employees as well as for entertainers, alcohol license, shisha license, Kids Club permits.

Responsibilities of Government Relations Coordinator

• Assist the reservation team for application of guest required visas.
• Monitor the renewal of permits and licenses including hotels’ trade license, liquor trading license, chamber of commerce certificates of registration, civil defense certificate for the hotel, etc.
• Create & maintain a systematic filing system for all government relation matters. Maintain filing system & database.
• Create & Maintain a Licenses and permit tracker to ensure renewal in timely manner.
• Have a working knowledge of all T&C Standards Operating Procedures.
• File Government Related documents in employee’s personal file.
• Liaise with the Hotel Nurse to ensure that employees who have direct contact with guests must have their Occupational Health Card.
• Maintain a weekly Expenses Report & Records with detailed justification.
• Maintain a passport file system in the office and keep the records up to date.
• Monitor the visa, UAE ID, passport, occupational health card expiration of all the employees.
• Coordinate medical schedules with the T&C team in a timely manner to ensure follow up and completion of employee’s visas and governmental related requirements.
• Act as an ambassador of the T&C team at all time, by maintaining total confidentiality, professionalism and credibility with all Heartists and Leadership team.
•  Assists with any T&C activities where necessary, such as Townhall, decoration, Heartist’s engagement, events, etc.
• Carry out other relevant tasks and duties as assigned by the Government Relations Team.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements of Government Relations Coordinator

• University/College degree is an asset.
• 1+ years of previous administration experience required.

Skills and Knowledge Desired

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Should be able to read and write in Arabic.
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities.
• Strong work ethics & confidentiality.
• Highly responsible & reliable.
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required.
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.

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