Feb 5

There are a number of industries providing career and job opportunities throughout the Gulf regions of the Middle East.  Positions in the IT industry are still some of the more lucrative ones available.  Where the country of Kuwait is concerned, there are a number of opportunities still available in this job sector.  Just be aware of the fact that the job market in this particular industry has become very competitive in Kuwait as well as most of the other UAE countries.

Kuwait IT Jobs can be searched out by visiting a number of job posting websites on the internet to see what career positions are available.  Before you start searching, you should make sure that you have updated your CV or resume so that it is as accurate as possible.  It is advisable that you prepare a professional cover letter to accompany that CV or resume as well.  Remember that these are going to create that all-important first impression with that prospective employer.

Another suggestion where searching for Kuwait IT jobs is concerned is that you should start by searching out the larger companies first, especially those that have been in business for a considerable length of time.  Additionally, there are a number of job recruiters who specialise in matching the qualified individual with the ideal career.  Just be aware that many of these will charge you a fee for their services.  If you’re willing to incur the additional expense, that is your decision, but there are recruiters whose fees are paid by the employer, and that is the recommended choice here.

Feb 3

The Middle East has been experiencing rapid population growth by virtue of a thriving economy, plus the influx of overseas individuals who have relocated there to pursue their career goals.  This is especially true where the Dubai job market is concerned.  Dubai has become an economic high growth area and is one of the leading cultural and trade hubs of the Gulf region.  Dubai has become a thriving market that is free and open because there are currently no:

- Exchange controls
- Restrictive quotas
- Trade barriers

Currently, 86 airlines and over 170 different shipping lines service the economy, so it is easy to see why the area has become one of the world’s busiest business regions. 

There are a few aspects regarding the Dubai job market and living in the area that you should be aware of.  The labour laws of the region are very protective of employees and govern a number of facets of the job market.  These include hours of the working week, sick leave and holidays, medical benefits, repatriation, and termination rights.  Most employment is conducted on a contractual basis where foreigners are concerned.  Additionally, there are no trade unions in the area.

The standard working day in most industries is eight hours long and the average working week is 48 hours, although this may vary at certain times of the year such as during the month of Ramadan.  In the hospitality and retail trade industries, the normal workday is nine hours, whereas the more dangerous and difficult jobs will have shorter working weeks.  Also, Fridays and Saturdays are considered to be the weekend.

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