We are looking for an Authorities’ Liaison Officer for a government affiliated entity based in the UAE.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Engineering.
• 3–5 years’ experience in liaison roles with Sharjah authorities for real estate projects.
• Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
• Strong knowledge of UAE codes, Sharjah submission systems, and authority procedures.
• Experience with Municipality, SEWA, Civil Defense, Etisalat, and related bodies.
• Skilled in documentation management and regulatory workflows. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Job Accountabilities

• Coordinate with authorities (Sharjah Municipality, SEWA, Civil Defense, RTA, etc.) for project-related permits, approvals, and inspections.
• Advise internal teams on local codes, procedures, and regulatory timelines from initiation through completion.
• Track and follow up on authority submissions including building permits, excavation, utility NOCs, and certificates of completion.
• Support design teams in integrating authority feedback and requirements into submissions.
• Facilitate on-site inspections and resolve authority-related construction delays.
• Maintain central documentation and approval logs for all authority interactions.
• Prepare and submit project updates and approval status reports to Project Managers and senior leadership.
• Ensure proper closure and documentation of all authority approvals during handover and post-completion phases. 

Key Performance Indicators

• Timeliness of permits and approvals vs. project schedule.
• Number of authority-related issues resolved without delay.
• Accuracy and completeness of authority submission documentation.
• Effectiveness of communication with government stakeholders.
• Up-to-date tracking and reporting of authority processes.

Winning Behaviors:

• Regulatory Knowledge and Authority Navigation.
• Communication and Relationship Management (Arabic/English).
• Documentation and Process Tracking.
• Problem Solving and Resolution Under Pressure.
• Compliance and Attention to Detail.

About the Role:

We are seeking an Authorities’ Liaison Officer to manage all interactions with local Sharjah government entities and regulatory bodies for real estate development projects, ensuring timely acquisition of permits, approvals, and NOCs. The role plays a critical part in maintaining compliance and enabling smooth project execution from initiation to handover.