Index for Employment Launched in the Middle East

A new index for employment in the Middle East has been launched. This is a tool that can decrypt the best job opportunities in terms of job offers. The objective is to measure the labor market prospects. It will identify market trends and thus to better draw on the expertise which the region really needs.

As per a recent study, 52% of employers in the Middle East are planning to hire more staff in the coming months. The result of this study differs from country to country in the Middle East. At the top of the list, are companies which are based in Qatar and are safest in terms of employment. Kuwaiti companies are in second place, followed by Bahrain. In Jordan, 34% of the respondents declared themselves to be sure to recruit candidates in the next three months. Lebanon and Saudi Arabia account for 31% and 30% respectively.

The study is the first of its kind in the region. It advocates the creation of an index for vacancies in the Middle East and North Africa. This index will measure the market prospects of vacancies and recruitment. It will identify market trends to will draw on the expertise which the region really needs.

According to the study, 22% of respondents said that they want to hire beginners, 21% among confirmed they are looking for profiles, only 2% of them research business leaders, among them 6% looking for CFOs and marketing. 60% of the respondents think they would choose candidates who speak Arabic and English fluently. In the UAE, 55% of employers prefer candidates who speak English and Arabic.

The study also shows that companies in the Middle East are looking for graduates in engineering and management. These jobs opportunities are open to all and seek candidates who are smart enough to handle the allotted work.


 

 

Jobs in UAE Gaining Popularity among Professionals from All over World

The desirability of jobs in UAE in increasing in all industries such as manufacturing and production, oil and gas, travel and tourism, health care and nursing, hospitality and aviation and many others. Careers in manufacturing and production units are also growing day by day. The increase in product demand also increases the professionals and experts in the various fields to be hired.

Every year jobs are advertised in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Philippines and Nepal, besides the Gulf countries. The companies in Gulf prefer candidates from western countries also. Here we talk about visa rules on those countries and general advice about getting jobs in UAE.

In order to cut dependence on oil and gas industry, the governments of the Gulf countries have found ways to generate revenue through other sectors. A Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is also created by 6 states - Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE in light of related political system based on Islamic terms.

Gulf has seven Emirates with Abu Dhabi as its capital, and in addition Dubai, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras-al-Qaimah and Umm al-Quwain form UAE. UAE jobs  are mostly preferred and required in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, which symbolize modern and sophisticated culture for the entire Middle East region.

UAE has several multicultural social orders that facilitate sophisticated and relatively liberal lifestyle in comparison with other Middle Eastern countries. It offers an easy and calm work environment to the workers, beside attractive salaries. If you have enough experience and are able to work in all shifts, then you are surely entitled for a good position and salary package in UAE.

 In addition, today Dubai is among the highly developed cities, which follows sophisticated culture and modern lifestyle. The city has the highest number of migrant population, along with a great blend of various cultures, people and their lifestyle. UAE presents itself as a cultural mix of people from all over the world live together in peaceful settings.

Demand for Highly Qualified Professionals in Middle East

Middle East is a dynamic region that has been growing steadily over the years. It suffered a setback during economic meltdown but is back on its growth path. An era of global mobility is, in fact, fuelled by the countries in Middle East that have been creating huge demand for highly qualified professionals from across the world.

The report on Global Professionals on the Move shows that employees working on middle to senior level positions, who held higher degrees like MBA were earning an average salary of $125,000 USD. It also explored the reasons for willingness of professionals to work abroad and the factors that motivate professionals at a time of uncertainty and flux in the global recruitment market.

Professionals believe that a temporary stint in an international region like Middle East will add impressively to their resume and may even give them an experience that their home country may not. Language and cultural issues might make them hesitant but since Middle East is a key player on the international stage, they know it should not be ignored. Expatriates already working in Middle East countries love the more family-friendly pace of life and think of it as a wonderful region to spend time in.

The qualified professionals who look at long term five year plan are excited about actively seeking out the experience. Jobs in Middle East offer them with a multitude of personal, lifestyle and career opportunities. They see their international experience as a key source of fast-tracking their careers and boosting personal development. More than 60% were not affected by recession in their decision to work overseas in regions like Middle East, Gulf and UAE.

Experts are sure that when things pick up further, the global war for talent will intensify. Then, the countries offering best salaries and lifestyles will attract the best talent- who are both mobile and flexible.

UAE - A leader in Tourism Jobs

There is another great news for those looking for jobs overseas as after Lebanon and Gulf, UAE is hiring too. Tourism authority has forecasted that UAE will lead the world in creating tourism economy employment. As predicted by World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), it is expected to generate 5.7% annual growth in travel and tourism related employment between 2010 and 2020 which is the fastest in the world.

The contribution of travel and tourism to UAE's GDP is expected to grow from 16.6% in 2010 to 21.7% by 2020 according to WTTC. It will clock an annual rate of around 8% to grow its travel and tourism economy GDP the fastest in next 10 years. According to WTTC data, the contribution of the T&T economy to employment will surge from around 14% of total employment in 2010 to 18% by 2020. With a 4.7% growth rate during the same period, GCC peer Qatar is ranked ninth on the list.

Travel and tourism is one of the most important sectors across the world and thus, has a huge employer and employee base. 2009 was a bad year for the global travel and tourism sector but even in such a depressed year, it employed over 235 million people across the world which is 8.2% of all employment and generated 9.4% of world GDP. This is enough evidence to be certain of the flourishing job market Middle East and UAE in the coming decade i.e. by 2020.

UAE is bound to be a hit as an employment destination in the coming times. Lakhs of jobs are already being generated in one sector, so one can’t probably think of the total number of jobs available in the country. Expatriates have better scope for jobs in UAE especially in travel and tourism industry.

Tips for working in gulf

Job safety or job security is the thing which we aim for leading a happy and contended life. Problems at the work place affect our personal life and leads to tensions and more tensions. It is a proven fact that an unsolved problem, gives birth to a number of consecutive problems, which comes as a result of its repercussions. Therefore, for a cheerful and joyous personal life, one must possess a blessed life at work, and for that you need to keep your bosses satisfied and impressed with your work. And, for the same, you need to be sure whatever you are doing is according to your wish and matching the standards of your organisation.

Employees are generally confused and stressed if the job is in some foreign land, specially, in gulf regions, where, the traditions, cultures, ways are totally different and one need to adopt the same, to let the life flow in a positive direction. Following are some of the tips mentioned, which would help you to work in gulf countries:

 Before landing in the gulf countries, you must have the job in your hand. This helps in easing out the process for applying visa, and even you don’t have to go through tensions of finding a suitable job

 The job chosen should match your interest, that ways it will help you to succeed and put best of your efforts, hence would bring productive and appreciative results

 Having a job of your interest in foreign land, keeps you busy with your work most of the times, leaving no space of boredom and unsatisfaction and giving more chance to job security and safety

 The arrangements for stay and food are also made by the companies, if the job is fixed and you have the job letter in hand. You live there as the company’s responsibility and are hence entitled to many laws and rights of the gulf countries.

These are few of the points, which, by keeping in mind; an employee can seek a smooth and healthy lifestyle in a foreign land.