Head of the Government Archives MBRL Careers 2026

Head of the Government Archives MBRL Careers 2026 | Job Ref 26002237

If you are exploring executive leadership roles in government records management, the official application window for Head of the Government Archives MBRL Careers under Job Reference 26002237 is now officially open on the Dubai Government careers portal. Hosted directly by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library (MBRL), this high-level public sector position offers an extraordinary career opportunity for qualified UAE Nationals to lead the preservation and governance of Dubai’s municipal and institutional legacy.

Offering a executive monthly salary package ranging from AED 40,001 to AED 50,000, this full-time role combines strategic administrative oversight, legislative compliance, and technical innovation to safeguard government documents and permanent archives across the emirate.

 

About Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library (MBRL)

Established pursuant to Law No. (14) of 2016, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library (MBRL) stands as a landmark cultural and knowledge hub in Dubai. Designed to foster research, preserve intellectual heritage, and maintain national memory, MBRL houses vast collections of physical and digital records, literary treasures, and official historical documentation.

Pursuing Head of the Government Archives MBRL Careers places Emirati administrative leaders at the helm of public record preservation, ensuring that government agency archiving frameworks strictly mirror global best practices and local legal mandates.

Role Overview & Key Strategic Focus

The primary objective of the Head of the Government Archives position is to oversee the formulation, execution, and continuous updating of policies, standards, and procedural guidelines governing records across all government entities in Dubai.

The selected executive will supervise the entire lifecycle of public records—including classification, inventory, retention, destruction, indexing, and transfer to permanent archives—while working closely with the National Library and Archives and municipal leadership to enforce compliance with Law No. (14) of 2016.

Key Responsibilities & Operational Duties

Candidates selected for these executive Head of the Government Archives MBRL Careers will perform a comprehensive suite of strategic, regulatory, and technical leadership functions:

1. Policy Development & Regulatory Compliance

  • Archival Frameworks: Oversee the development and periodic update of technical policies, standards, and guidelines for government record classification, indexing, preservation, and public access in line with international benchmarks.
  • Section Governance: Formulate internal regulations, operating procedures, and administrative workflows for the Government Archives Organization Section to drive operational excellence.
  • Legal Alignments: Ensure all archiving practices strictly comply with Dubai municipal laws, Board of Directors’ resolutions, and local public administration mandates.

2. Document Handover, Transfers & Destruction Oversight

  • Inter-Agency Handover: Direct and monitor document receipt and handover procedures between government entities and MBRL, confirming adherence to statutory inventory controls.
  • Destruction Regulation: Oversee the regulation and execution of official government document destruction in compliance with Law No. (14) of 2016, coordinating directly with the Document Destruction Committee at the National Archives and Library.
  • Performance Monitoring: Submit periodic performance reports and actionable recommendations to executive management to improve archiving standards across government bodies.

3. Global Innovation & Institutional Support

  • Global Benchmarking: Track global advancements in digital records management and archive technology, proposing modern adoption frameworks for Dubai government agencies.
  • Obstacle Resolution: Identify technical, legal, organizational, and technological challenges in agency record management, conducting high-level stakeholder sessions to formulate effective solutions.

Required Qualifications & Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for Head of the Government Archives MBRL Careers under Requisition 26002237, applicants must fulfill the following mandatory criteria:

Mandatory Specifications

  • Required Nationality: Open strictly to UAE Nationals ONLY (Emirati Citizens).
  • Educational Level: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Archival Science, History, Political Science, Public Administration, or a closely related academic discipline.
  • Job Category: Executive Administration & Public Records Management.
  • People of Determination: Not suitable for this requisition.

Job Overview & Summary Specifications

Specification Detail Position Information
Job Title Head of the Government Archives
Requisition ID 26002237
Hiring Entity Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library (MBRL)
Job Category Administration
Job Location Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Required Nationality UAE Nationals Only
Educational Qualification Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree (Archival Science, Public Admin, etc.)
Monthly Salary Scale AED 40,001 – AED 50,000 per month
Employment Schedule Full-Time
Posting Date 05 / 08 / 2026
Closing / Unposting Date 05 / 09 / 2026

Why Choose Head of the Government Archives MBRL Careers?

  • Prestigious Executive Grade: Earn a top-tier monthly government salary ranging from AED 40,001 to AED 50,000 alongside premium public sector benefits.
  • National Cultural Impact: Play a central role in protecting, digitizing, and organizing the official recorded legacy of the Emirate of Dubai for generations to come.
  • Strategic Authority: Direct high-visibility policy decisions and build relationships across all Dubai government entities and national archival bodies.

How to Apply on Dubai Careers Portal

Apply Now

Qualified Emirati administrative executives interested in securing Head of the Government Archives MBRL Careers are encouraged to complete their applications via the official Dubai Careers portal:

  1. Navigate to the official Dubai Careers Portal.
  2. Search directly for Requisition ID 26002237 or “Head of the Government Archives”.
  3. Log in to your account or establish a new candidate profile.
  4. Upload your detailed CV, accredited degree transcripts, Passport copy, and Family Book (Khulasat Al Qaid).
  5. Submit your verified application prior to the closing date on September 5, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the core focus of Job Ref 26002237?

This role involves directing the formulation and compliance oversight of policies, destruction protocols, and archival standards for government records across Dubai.

2. Who is eligible to apply for this executive position at MBRL?

Applications are open exclusively to UAE Nationals holding a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Archival Science, History, Public Administration, Political Science, or equivalent fields.

3. What is the offered compensation package for this role?

The position offers a fixed public sector executive salary scale of AED 40,001 to AED 50,000 per month.

4. What is the deadline to submit applications?

The post was published on August 5, 2026, and will remain open until September 5, 2026.

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