Expats can now apply for Dubai government jobs offering salaries up to Dh40,000

In a move that signals openness, opportunity, and long-term vision, Dubai's government is actively hiring skilled expatriates across a spectrum of high-impact roles, offering not just jobs, but careers with purpose, stability, and highly attractive salary packages.While the UAE has traditionally prioritized Emirati talent in public service, this current wave of hiring reflects a strategic recognition: global expertise is vital for sustaining and advancing the emirate’s ambitions in sectors like urban planning, healthcare innovation, digital infrastructure, aviation safety, and cultural preservation.And the numbers are turning heads. Some of the roles now listed on Dubai’s official government jobs portal – dubaicareers.ae – come with monthly salaries as high as Dh40,000, drawing attention from experienced professionals across the globe.

10 Dubai Government Jobs Currently Open to Expats

All listings are sourced directly from the official Dubai Government job portal (dubaicareers.ae) and are open to applicants of all nationalities.

1. Audit Manager – Energy & Industry Audit

Employer: Financial Audit AuthoritySalary: Not specifiedThe Financial Audit Authority is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to develop and execute audit plans within the energy and industry sectors. The role involves conducting complex, evidence-based audits and preparing reports to support strategic decisions.

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2. Resident Case Manager

Employer: Dubai Foundation for Women and ChildrenSalary Range: Dh10,001–20,000 ($2,720–5,445)Dubai Foundation for Women and Children is looking for a Resident Case Manager to manage internal client cases, implement organizational policies, and coordinate with housing units and call centers. The role also includes conducting and documenting vocational activities.Requirements:

3. Air Traffic Controller – Tower (DXB)

Employer: Dubai Air Navigation ServicesSalary: Not specifiedDubai Air Navigation Services is hiring an Air Traffic Controller for tower operations at DXB.

The position requires at least 3 years of experience in a major international ATC unit. Responsibilities include providing aerodrome and approach control services to ensure safe and efficient aircraft flow in a high-pressure environment.Requirements:

4. Head of Infrastructure Operations

Employer: Dubai HealthSalary: Not specifiedDubai Health is looking to hire a Head of Infrastructure Operations. The role entails managing both on-premises and cloud-based IT infrastructure, ensuring security, performance, and regulatory compliance.

The candidate will also lead disaster recovery planning and capacity management initiatives.Requirements:

5. Corporate Excellence Specialist

Employer: Dubai Air Navigation ServicesSalary Range: Dh30,001–40,000 ($8,100–10,880)Dubai Air Navigation Services is seeking a Corporate Excellence Specialist to implement excellence models, manage institutional assessments, and provide training for staff.Qualifications (any one of the following):

6. Senior Editor

Employer: Dubai Government Media OfficeSalary Range: Dh20,001–30,000 ($5,445–8,160)The Dubai Government Media Office is hiring a Senior Editor.

Responsibilities include developing bilingual press releases, preparing crisis communications, translating and optimizing content for multiple media formats, and supporting content creation for social media and web platforms.Requirements:

7. Child Care Supervisor

Employer: Dubai Foundation for Women and ChildrenSalary: Less than Dh10,000/month (less than $2,720/month)Posted: February 18, 2025Closes: OngoingThis role involves supervising and caring for children, including meal preparation, hygiene, educational activities, medication administration, and performing household tasks.Requirements:

8. Strategy and Performance Manager

Employer: Dubai Air Navigation ServicesSalary: Not specifiedThe Strategy and Performance Manager will develop corporate strategies, conduct strategic research and forecasting, design KPIs, manage performance tracking, and lead capacity-building efforts.Qualifications:

9. Officer – Collectibles

Employer: Dubai CultureSalary: Not specifiedDubai Culture is seeking an Officer – Collectibles to explain museum exhibits, manage collection data, coordinate projects, maintain files, and handle correspondence and reports to support daily operations.Requirements:

10. Archaeology Specialist

Employer: Dubai CultureSalary: Not specifiedPosted: February 6, 2025Closes: November 3, 2025The Archaeology Specialist will provide technical advice for archaeological projects, develop related policies, document artifacts, build partnerships, lead training programs, and represent Dubai in regional academic events.Requirements:

All applicants must apply through the official Dubai Government portal: dubaicareers.ae

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