Job Category: Executive
Functional Track: Media
Sub-Family: International Relations
Grade: Special Grade A / B
Location: Dubai

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD in International Relations + 4 years of experience
• Master’s in International Relations + 7 years of experience
• Bachelor’s in International Relations + 10 years of experience

ROLE OBJECTIVE:

To supervise the department’s operations focused on establishing and maintaining bilateral relations, especially with labor-exporting countries and GCC states, and to contribute to shaping strategies, reviewing agreements, and managing diplomatic engagements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage Gulf relations and align positions with international organizations and regional tracks.
• Oversee departmental units, ensuring efficient reporting and avoidance of task duplication.
• Prepare periodic reports on bilateral cooperation with labor-sending countries across all labor sectors.
• Track and evaluate departmental performance indicators, and submit annual reports to senior management.
• Participate in bilateral technical meetings and high-level joint committees with labor-exporting countries.
• Study and propose recommendations on bilateral agreements and MoUs related to labor cooperation.
• Enhance relationships with external partners, promote internal stakeholder engagement, and manage change effectively.
• Support the direct supervisor and handle any additional delegated duties.
• Implement strategic plans to strengthen labor cooperation with relevant countries.
• Oversee and improve departmental processes, KPIs, and service delivery standards.
• Monitor changes in labor laws and policies in labor-sending countries and coordinate with relevant authorities.
• Ensure the implementation and follow-up of signed MoUs, including amendments, in coordination with concerned parties.
• Manage the operational plan, performance metrics, and departmental goals.
• Develop internal team-building and continuous learning strategies for high-quality output.