Public Relations Officer (PRO) - 7426

Job Title:

Public Relations Officer (PRO)

Salary: COMPETITIVE + benefits

Location:

Muscat, Sultanate of Oman (Please note that only Omani Nationals are eligible to apply for this position)

Contract:

Fixed term (until 31st July 2027)

Hours:

Full time, 40 Hours Per Week

Are you an experienced Public Relations Officer with strong knowledge of government processes in Oman?

We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation, and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.

We are looking for a Public Relations Officer to join our team in Oman. In this important role, you will act as the key link between Cambridge and local government authorities, supporting our operations by managing essential government processes and helping ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.

As a Public Relations Officer, you will be responsible for coordinating government-related processes on behalf of Cambridge in Oman. Working closely with local authorities, employees, and internal teams, you will help ensure that visas, permits, licences, and other documentation are processed accurately and on time.

Additional responsibilities and accountabilities include:

• Managing government-related transactions, including visas, labour cards, residency permits, renewals, cancellations, and transfers.
• Liaising with government authorities and service centres to support day-to-day operational and compliance requirements.
• Supporting employee onboarding and offboarding processes related to immigration, residency, and employment documentation.
• Maintaining accurate records of employee documents, company licences, permits, and renewal dates, ensuring timely action where required.
• Processing government payments and supporting the preparation, submission, and follow-up of required documentation.
• Providing administrative support to the In-Country Manager and internal teams, while helping ensure compliance with local regulations and company requirements.

We are looking for an organised and proactive individual with experience handling government transactions and administrative processes in Oman. You will have strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to build positive working relationships with government authorities and colleagues.

• Experience handling government transactions and administrative processes in Oman.
• Good understanding of Omani labour, immigration, visa, and residency processes.
• Strong communication skills in both Arabic and English.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when maintaining records and documentation.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with government authorities and external stakeholders.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to follow up on matters through to completion.
• Valid Omani driving licence and willingness to travel locally when required.

Your application will be even stronger if you can also demonstrate the following desirable criteria:

• Experience managing employment visas, labour cards, and residency permits.
• Experience coordinating company licence renewals, registrations, and related documentation.
• Experience working with government online systems and service centres.
• Experience providing administrative support within an international organisation.
• Experience supporting inspections, audits, or compliance-related activities.

For a detailed job description, please refer to the link at the bottom of the advert on our careers site.

We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a flexible rewards package. Further details of the benefits available for this location will be shared during the recruitment process.

We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be 13th August 2027. We will review applications on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place week commencing 24th August 2027. Due to the volume of applicants we may receive, this advert may close earlier than advertised.

If you are shortlisted and progressed through the stages, you can expect:

• First stage interview via MS Teams or in person, depending on location and availability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.

Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks due to working in a regulated industry.

Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You will belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers…