Eid Holidays

Hello once again!

Are you all looking forward to the Eid break?

After almost 30 days of fasting, the time has come to celebrate. Whether as a Muslim you abstained from all food and drink during these holy days, or a non-Muslim who went without water on your morning jog, I think you deserve a clap on the back. Congratulations and Eid Mubarak to all of you.

I am really looking forward to a camping trip in Oman, drive through the wadi's and bask in the Hatta pools. Eid is a time for relaxation and rejuvenation! It's a time for reflection on oneself and maybe even a time to think about a new job in Dubai or the UAE.

Enjoy your few days off work and maybe when you come back log on to RecruitGulf.com to see what exciting job opportunities are just around the corner!

Eid Mubarak to one and all,

Rachel.
Marketing Executive - It's time to go online.

Sharing Accomodation in Dubai?

Good morning my lovely Job seekers across the UAE!

I heard this morning on the radio that landlords have been given just 30 days to ensure that none of their tenants are illegally sharing accommodation. By illegally, it is meant that the residents of the apartment or house or villa are not family. (At least that is my understanding). While house prices continue to soar and until house supply can catch up with demand, it is possibly not the most practical enforcement of UAE law to date.

Many young singles move to Dubai for employment and have contributed to the massive growth and successful expansion of the whole region. The job opportunities in Dubai and across the GCC are what has been attractive to young ambitious professionals who want to be part of the change and the excitement. To now say that they can not share accommodation seems quite unfair. Having said that, we are in a Muslim country and we must respect the rules. Dubai is a city with a lot to offer and I think it is a small sacrifice to make in exchange for a tax free income, a life on the beach and sun shine 365! :)

So if you haven't made the move just yet....keep searching for your perfect job in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or a job anywhere across the GCC, on www.RecruitGulf.com

That's all from me,

If you have any thoughts comments or useful knowledge on this subject or anything else that has been covered since starting this RecruitGulf blog spot, please keep us all up to date. We would love to hear your views.

Have a lovely day!

Rachel - It's time to go online.

Does the legalisation of car pooling make a difference to you getting to Work in Dubai?

Now that car pooling has been officially legalised in the UAE, I wonder how many people have actually signed up to use it!? In theory, it sounds great. With all the new salik tolls opening up all over Dubai, and with traffic congestion continuing to frustrate Dubai's residents, car pooling sounds like a great way to get to and from work each day. The only small problem, is that a car pooling permit is only granted once you can prove you will be transporting colleagues and not any one else. Not great really if you are working for a small organisation. On the whole though I congratulate the RTA (Road and Transport Authority) in the UAE on the decision and encourage all of you working residents in the UAE to take advantage of the car pooling. If you think car pooling will help you get to work in the mornings in Dubai, or for more information, check out www.rta.ae.

Drive safe and enjoy the last of the light traffic during the Ramadan hours!

Happy work and keep us all posted on any challenges facing you in work or issue you want to bring to the forum.

Chat soon,

Rachel - Marketing Executive for www.RecruitGulf.com

Do you know what visa you need for the UAE?

With all the new changes involved in the visa for entry in the UAE, it is no wonder some are left a bit confused!

Visit visas for individuals from the EU into the UAE is still free on entry, but now each visa stamp is only valid for 30 days rather than 60, as previously. On the plus side this means your family and friends visiting you won't outstay their welcome! :) But, on the otherhand if they are spoiling you rotten and you are really keen to have them extend their visit, there is the option of purchasing a visa extention for a mere 650 aed! The process, like so many things in Dubai, is interesting! It is not difficult, just beaurocratic. You would want to give yourself a couple of hours, as the Naturalisation Office (just beside thee Bur Dubai Police Station), is always manic and packed with people. (Ladies keep an eye out for the ladies queue, it is always much shorter!!)

To work in Dubai you will need a residency visa, and this will be provided by your employer, once you have sucessfully completed your medical test. Normally a residency visa is valid for 3 years, and without this visa you can not buy a car in the UAE.

Another way of getting a residency visa, is by purchasing a property in Dubai. However, you will not get access to this visa until completion of the building.

Visa's are an issue often discussed and asked about by people thinking of working here. At RecruitGulf.com we will soon have a section dedicated to answering all of these type of questions. In the meantime why not leave your thoughts and get this conversation started. Share your experiences and maybe you will be helping someone else who needs answers!

Rachel

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Breaks at work in the Gulf are a necessity

Reading an article on “midday breaks” at constructions sites implemented in July and August this year, got me to thinking that really all companies should install midday breaks into their working days. The Spanish do it very effectively with their siesta’s. It’s simply too hot in the middle of the day to concentrate and get work done, unless you are frozen cause your air conditioning is like the artic that is!

What do you reckon – should employers give us all an extended lunch time break over midday?

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Richard

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Bahrain needs more Journalists!

Its official – Bahrain needs journalists as media booms

So, are you a budding journalist who lives in the Gulf or are you considering a life change and thinking of moving out to the Middle East, well, the good news is that there are plenty of jobs to choose from.

And it does not just stop at journalism either…

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Richard

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UAE students need more help like this…

UAE students are reportedly to be offered bursaries to help improve academics. This is great news for the local community in the UAE and will help to ensure that the next generation can fill the skills gap in the UAE.

This initiative, which is also to offer volunteer projects, will be an excellent way of helping students to broaden their horizons and to get a job at the end of it. It will also help to encourage better social behaviour and keep students out of trouble.

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Richard

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New Space Centre in the U.A.E. will create many new job opportunities in Dubai

Great news!

Our ever expanding nation is to get its very own space centre. It all sounds very exciting indeed and will be another great boost to the tourism industry. It will also, more importantly, create more jobs in Dubai.

How do YOU the locals feel about all this expansion in the U.A.E.?

Is it a good thing or not?

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Richard

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I want to work in Dubai

If you are a resident living outside of the Gulf and are considering living and working somewhere new, Dubai could be the answer - a thriving economy with many jobs to choose from not to mention a great lifestyle with fantastic weather.

The UK is currently experiencing some terrible times with its economy and more over the construction and property sectors are suffering hugely. If you think you would like to work abroad, in particular the Gulf, then you have come to the right place!

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Richard

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Student work scheme given the go ahead in the Gulf

A new work scheme to let expatriate students take up part time jobs and hence for advanced construction systems to be introduced to reduce dependence on foreign labourers are among a number of initiatives approved to address the imbalance in the population.

More on this news can be found here

Great news for the construction industry in the Gulf!

If you are looking for a job in construction – sign up here!

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Richard

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