#Employment

Domestic workers

UAE’s new domestic worker law comes into force today

The law stipulates providing an appropriate work environment for domestic workers

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RTA launches third edition of Tamkeen Programme for Emirati graduates

The programme will enable graduates who have been unemployed for the past three years to pick up the skills needed to be job-ready and qualified to work for RTA

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Google announces $10m fund to support Palestinian graduates, tech entrepreneurs

The new initiative builds Google’s existing work around skilling and career development

Gold heads for weekly gain as stocks drop before US jobs data

January’s employment report due Friday is expected to be weak

Why it is crucial to hire the right people for your organisation

If you find yourself spending time motivating individuals in your organisation, then they are the wrong hires for your company, writes Dariush Soudi, CEO of Be Unique Group

Saudi non-oil private sector growth quickens to 7-year high

A Purchasing Managers’ Index compiled by IHS Markit rose to 58.6 in September

Majid Al Futtaim to hire 3,000 Emiratis to support UAE government’s Nafis programme

Renewed focus lies in Emirati talent development, training and upskilling opportunities through the MAF leadership institute retail business school

Saudi business activity expands at fastest pace since 2017

The kingdom’s Purchasing Managers’ Index survey compiled by IHS Markit rose to the highest since January

Expats in Kuwait must have a monthly salary of over $8,300 to hire Filipino domestic workers – report

Kuwaiti nationals are not included in the new salary requirement clause

Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation for Education: Fighting the good fight

AGFE philanthropic initiatives address Arab youth unemployment

UAE scores high in addressing skills mismatch: BCG

BCG’s Future Skills Architect tool says UAE has a 15.1 point lead above global average

Business conditions improve for Dubai’s non-oil sector

Its Purchasing Managers’ Index rose to 51.5 in September from 50.9 in August

UAE September purchasing managers’ index rises to 11-month high

Output rose for the fourth straight month

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Dubai businesses return to growth in July as pandemic impact eases

Construction as well as the wholesale and retail industry are leading the upswing

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UAE launches ‘early leave’ for private sector expats to return home during Covid-19 crisis

All establishments are to comply with this directive and employers must book a round ticket for employees availing of this facility

UAE issues decree to regulate private sector job cuts, salary reductions during Covid-19

The provisions of the new resolution are only applicable to expatriate employees

Dubai begins work-from-home for federal government employees

The policy will be gradually applied to all the other emirates across the country

Top 10 ‘in-demand’ job roles in the UAE and the salaries they offer

Employers are seeking candidates with specialist skills, industry experience, and systems knowledge

Revealed: Most in-demand roles in the UAE with predicted salaries for 2020

Up to 82 per cent of UAE business leaders find it challenging to employ relevant talent, finds study

Dubai’s Emirates airline hiring at least 3,000 cabin crew

The airline is especially looking to hire Emiratis

UAE unveils ‘golden card’ permanent residency scheme for expats

The move will see permanent residency granted to “exceptional” professionals

Saudi clarifies holiday entitlement for private sector employees

Private sector employees in the kingdom receive four days off for each of the Eid holidays and leave for paternity

Kuwait plans to pass first ‘pro-expat’ law in nine years – report

The new legislation seeks to increase the annual leave allowance and hike monthly salaries for expats in the private sector

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UAE Cabinet approves long-term visas for certain expats, lists conditions

Long term visas will be granted to investors, entrepreneurs, specialists in the medical, scientific, research and technical fields and outstanding students

UAE’s new visa rules for visitors, students, widows, divorcees take effect on Oct 21

The new rules will see visitor and tourist visas extended for up to 60 days

Saudi restrictions on retail, wholesale roles held by foreigners come into force

From Tuesday outlets selling select items must ensure 70 per cent of jobs are held by Saudis

Saudi prepares inspectors as new restrictions on foreign retail jobs come into force

The government wants the majority of retail roles in 12 areas to be held by Saudis from early September

Saudi brings forward Eid Al Adha holiday

Some workers will receive an extra long Eid break this year

Saudi denies social media ‘rumours’ about expat fees

Expat fees introduced this year will continue to increase until 2020, clarifies ministry

Saudi residents to need registered rental contract for work permit renewal

The new requirement will come into force from later this year