Dubai is now recruiting skilled expats for government roles, with monthly salaries of up to AED 40,000 (~USD 10,890). These official positions aim to enhance diversity and support Dubai’s strategic growth goals .
You can apply directly through the Dubai Careers Portal and relevant department websites.
Table of Contents
1. Current Openings – 10 Key Roles
According to recent government announcements, the following roles are open to expats (via Dubai Careers Portal):
- Audit Manager (Energy & Industry Audit)
- Resident Case Manager
- Air Traffic Controller (DXB)
- Head of Infrastructure Operations
- Corporate Excellence Specialist
- Senior Editor
- Child Care Supervisor
- Strategy & Performance Manager
- Officer – Collectibles
2. Expat-Focused Roles & Salaries
Based on a May 2025 report from JobXDubai:
| Role | Entity | Salary (AED/month) | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flex Campus Coordinator | Dubai Health Authority | – | 14 Jun 2025 |
| Addiction Therapist | Erada Center | 20,001–30,000 | 22 May 2025 |
| Child Care Supervisor | Dubai Foundation for Women & Children | <10,000 | 31 May 2025 |
| Resident Case Manager | Same | 10,001–20,000 | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Senior Audit Manager (Energy & Industry) | Financial Audit Authority | – | 28 May 2025 |
| Senior Editor | Dubai Government Media Office | 20,001–30,000 | 20 Jun 2025 |
| Training Courses Sales Executive | Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University | 10,001–20,000 | Ongoing |
| IT Project Manager | Dubai Legal Affairs Department | – | 30 Jun 2025 |
| Associate Auditor | Financial Audit Authority | – | 28 May 2025 |
| Senior Specialist – Command & Control Center Operations (RTA) | Roads & Transport Authority | – | 7 Jun 2025 |
These roles are featured on the official Dubai Careers Portal
Major Hiring Organizations
Dubai Municipality
- Openings for Drivers, Civil Engineers, Auditors, Accountants, Foremen, Administrative staff
- Entry salaries: AED 5,000–8,000/month | Mid-level: AED 10,000–15,000 | Senior: up to AED 20,000+
Dubai Customs
- Hiring candidates with degrees/diplomas, English & Arabic skills, across all levels from entry to advanced.
Other Government Entities
- Roles are available in Dubai Police, RTA, DHA, DEWA, GDRFA, and Ministry of Education, typically requiring a bachelor’s degree and Arabic proficiency .
4. How to Apply
- Visit Dubai Careers Portal (dubaicareers.ae) or department-specific portals (e.g., gdrfad.gov.ae for GDRFA) .
- Register/login and complete your profile with updated documents (CV, passport, education certificates) blog.jobxdubai.com.
- Search positions open to expats and apply before deadlines.
- Document tips and reminders (like Arabic language skills and experience) are summarized from expert sources.
Summary
- 10 high-level positions currently open to expats, including Air Traffic Controller and Audit Manager (up to AED 40,000/month)
- Additional vacancies—therapists, editors, managers—in major government bodies including municipality, customs, and health
- Salaries range from AED 5,000 entry-level to AED 40,000 senior-level
- Applications via official portals only (Dubai Careers Portal, specific dept. sites)
Let me know which specific role interests you—like Air Traffic Controller, Audit Manager, or Child Care Supervisor—and I’ll fetch direct application links and full job descriptions for you.