Good news for all those who are looking to find a job in Dubai is that according to a latest survey 83% of companies in United Arab Emirates are planning to recruit more people. Dubai has been voted as the 2nd Top city in Middle East and Northern Africa to live in and rated as the 5th Top city in region for possibility of getting a job. According to 73% Dubai citizens living standards in Dubai are excellent.

However, it’s always important to make a list before starting a job hunt in other cities or countries. Here we are going to mention 8 top tips you must follow to make your Job hunt in Dubai easy and to increase possibilities of getting hired in Dubai.

FIND A JOB IN DUBAI – 8 EASY TIPS

1 – Identify Objective, Strength, Weaknesses

As Dubai job market is very competitive its is very important to identify your objectives and you should know your strength and weaknesses. It is very important for you to ask questions to yourself like how you could benefits your employer as well as what are your aspirations and motivations. Also you should be able to satisfy employer about your past and current work experience. Researching on employer (you can do it by checking out their websites) will certainly help you to convince employer that you can be a real asset to his team.

2 – Research Job Market

With most of local employers are now advertise on different job sites, it is not very difficult to know the job market trends in your particular sector. By researching on these sites you can easily get to know who is hiring and what skills related to your sector is in high demand. Research will help you to find what company, position to target and how easily you can approach to employer. I am here listing some most popular jobs websites in Dubai, where you can find out jobs in all sectors and from all levels like junior level to senior management.

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3 – Create Online CV and Cover Letter

As mentioned earlier, now a days almost every employer knows the power of internet and according to a report 84% employers take time to asses candidates online before making any decision. So it is very important for you to build an online CV and a cover letter to increase your hiring possibilities. Also make sure that you regularly update your online CV and save them on almost all job sites. Your CV should look professional and the content is appropriate for the job. Also you should include plenty of keywords and details related to your sector such as, targeted industry, targeted job roles, your working experience and your skills. Keywords will make your CV easy to search and will help you to stand ahead with your competitors.

4 – Create Online Public Profile

Once your CV is ready and online, It is recommended that you should also have an online public profile with a personalize URL. Through this way it is easy for employers to find you through Google. Most importantly it states more details about yourself than just the CV and cover letter. It is like your online business card and enables you to get your colleagues to endorse your skills. For online public profile you can use many online platforms like Linkedin.com is the most popular. Also many Online Jobs websites offer this services like people.bayt.com. If you already know and comfortable with any other website you should share it in comment so others can know as well.

5 – Set a Routine and Follow it

It is some how very important that you should keep applying regularly for a month before coming to Dubai. Reason is that employers usually take time to review applications and obviously your time is limited. After arriving Dubai do not forget to update your contact information on your online CV and on public profile. It is very important to keep applying for jobs and keep refreshing your CV on regular basis. Continues refreshing your online CV ensures that your CV is on top of employers search result.

6 – Be Patient and Persistent

Because Dubai has become the hot spot for job searchers from all over the world it’s very easy for the job searcher to get disappointed with the result. You should understand the fact that its not very easy to get job in Dubai with such a high competitions. But at same time Dubai has the lowest unemployment rate in world and getting a good job is not something impossible. You just need to be patient and persistent when searching for a job in Dubai.

7 – Widened Network

Networking would not be easy for you as you are new in the city and don’t much about employers and not have much information about local market. So best way to find out is to keep checking for job fair or job expos happening in city. It is advisable to arrange your visit when these expos/fairs are scheduled. This would help you to meet employers personally or conduct informational interviews with company representatives such as which companies would be best to apply and ask for names of other contacts for your network.

8 – Follow up

As mentioned earlier you should update your contact information after arriving in city and also you should send follow up emails to those companies you have applied to. Tell them that you are in the city and available for interviews. If you are not successful in lining up job interviews before your visit to the city, at least schedule some informational interviews.

In my personal opinion its a wise thing to plan few days or a month trip to Dubai and search for the job or check out the market yourself. But it can be very tough at same time as it will be a completely new location for you and it is not always easy to roam around in a completely strange city without any help. I hope that with keeping above points in mind you can hit the jackpot much easily compare to find job without doing any homework.

Source: http://flashydubai.com/8-tips-to-get-job-easily-in-dubai/

Working in Dubai has become a dream for every Dubai jobs seeker. Every professional in Dubai is looking for jobs in Dubai. Dubai is famous for business as well as for professional jobs. Thousands of jobs in Dubai are rising and people are getting high salary jobs easily. The trend of Working in Dubai is increasing due to many things. Why every job seekers do work in Dubai. Dubai has great benefit for expats working here. I did research and found that there are many things that you need to know while you think about working in Dubai. Finding work in Dubai can be a difficult part but if you are smart then you can easily find your work.

Here is list of things that you need to know for working in Dubai

People comes here for working in Dubai because they heard from friends and family that getting jobs in Dubai is very easy. But facts are opposite. No Doubt there are many jobs but competition is also high even for one average vacancy more than 20,000 CVs are sent. Hot jobs areaccounting jobs in Dubai and sales jobs in Dubai.

Saturated Talent:

When you are Dubai you heard that finding a job especially for a talented person is easy then you need to know that here professional from all over the world is coming so talent is already saturated you need to become smart to win jobs.

Jobs round the Year:

People who want to work in Dubai thinks that jobs are available around the whole year but the fact is there are some months like May, June, July is not good at all for gulf jobs search. Best Month is December, January.

High Salary at start:

One most important thing you need to know is about salaries in Dubai. Professionals in Dubai get a high salary but at the start, you need to start from the low. It is just a myth that people get a high salary in the start. If you are lucky then you will get a high salary but if you are not then you need to start from low salary to start a career in Dubai.

Smart is Art:

People who are smart only those wins. Dubai is a place of opportunity if people are smart then they will get jobs in Dubai and enjoy working in Dubai if you are not smart then you can’t.

Mix Culture:

Dubai is the only place where people from all over the world comes to work and it is a higher chance that you have to live , work and walk with many other nationalities . If you enjoy this mixed culture then you have brighter chance to grow in your career

Language barrier:

English is a must for working in Dubai.Mix nationalities work and live so people have to interact with them in almost every hour. If you don’t know English then you can grow your career in Dubai. First, learn English or Arabic then come for jobs in Dubai here.

 Heat factor:

Weather is very hot in Dubai. 50 is the normal temperature in Dubai. If you want to work in Dubai you have to face such hot weather. Every mall and every office are air conditioned but outside it’s too hot that you can’t walk. A news of temperature in khaleej times tells rest of story.

All above 8 factors you need to know when you come to Dubai. Working in Dubai is fun and it’s a dream place with big infrastructure. If you are smart you will really enjoy your working in Dubai.

Most of us, if not all, go to the UAE on a visit visa in order to search for a job. And the majority of us have no guarantee of finding a satisfying job. It takes time to research and locate your ideal job post in UAE. If you are unemployed, make this task your full-time job; if you’re employed, set aside some time every day after work for your job search, after all, we’re all looking for the next best opportunity.

Speaking from experience, here are a few suggestions and tips I would like to share with you for a successful job hunting experience that helped me land a job in Dubai.

1. Know your market

UAE has a highly competitive job market, where the number of expatriates reached up to 83.5%. Due to the Emiratisation policy, first preference is given to local candidates followed by western and Arab citizens and lastly, western-educated candidates.

Asians are high in supply and low in demand, thus receiving comparatively lesser salaries. Therefore, it is strongly suggested to develop a competitive advantage, create strong linkages, and take calculated risks and informed decisions on the basis of market realities in order to qualify for any well-paid job in the UAE.

It is strongly recommended that one should secure employment before travelling to the UAE. Speculative visits are occasionally successful and rarely lead to an offer of employment unless you are extremely lucky or have good networks and contacts in preferred sector.

Therefore, it is highly suggested you start your job search from your own country, that too, at least one to three months before your planned visit. Most of the jobs, especially white collar jobs in the UAE, advertise at least 20 to 30 days before starting their screening, shortlisting, and interviewing process.

This way, you will be able to gauge your market potential. If you receive any kind of positive response, then it is suggested you move ahead otherwise do not take any risks. If you start applying after entering the UAE, you will be wasting at least 20 to 30 days out of your 30 to 90-days visit visa.

Narrow down your search with reference to sectors and potential positions that you want to apply for, which means look for those opportunities that match your core competencies, career goals, personal priorities, and experience to secure your targeted job within limited time and resources.

Research job opportunities and potential employers and create forward linkages besides continuously updating your knowledge, skills, and expertise. According to my observation and findings, it is highly likely to find a job in the education, healthcare, tourism, hospitality, logistics, export, construction, and retail sectors as these sectors are booming in the UAE.

While production, manufacturing and automotive sectors are showing sluggish sentiments, petroleum and petrochemicals, fishing, aluminium, cement, fertilisers, banking, commercial ship repair, construction materials, boat building, handicrafts and textiles are the major industries in the UAE. Therefore, pertinent professionals are suggested to take informed decisions accordingly.

2. How to apply

Prepare multiple impressive résumés and cover letters. Chronological, functional and combined résumé formats are acceptable in the UAE. It is suggested that you state your name, contact number, email and postal address (in case of being in the UAE) along with your passport-sized picture at the top of your résumé. Your personal information, for instance, nationality, date of birth, passport number, visa status and if you own a driving license, should be included at the bottom of your résumé.

While applying from your home country, mention your UAE-based friend’s or relative’s contact numbers with their due consent so that the employer can contact you via this number. When you reach the UAE, buy your own SIM and update your contact information accordingly.

Make sure the recruitment agency and HR personnel you’re dealing with are legitimate and not demanding any kind of fee for giving you a job. Many of these hiring companies and HR personnel are a scam, promising to submit your résumé to prospective employers or give you a job, thus fleecing the job hunter. They are well aware that visitors will leave the country within a short span of time and will not be able to claim a refund or report any malpractice. Therefore, please be cautious.

Before applying for a visa, confirm whether it is extendable or not. Since January 1, 2015, the UAE government has scraped the visit visa extension policy. One can get a non-expendable visit visa for one month to three months at the cost of AED800 and AED2,100 respectively.

3. What you need to apply

Initially, it is very difficult to land a job in the UAE. Therefore, it is suggested not to expect high salaries. If one receives an offer which matches up to their current salary along with accommodation and transportation, then he/she should accept the offer as it is easy to jump from one opportunity to another after getting experience in the local market, especially for well-qualified and competent individuals who have a better chance. There is no ban for skipping from job to job before the end of a contract according to the Free Zones or government organisations in the UAE.

If you are visiting the UAE on a visit visa, it is suggested one keeps around AED2,000 with themselves to show the airport authorities that you have enough money to finance your visit. A lot of people have said they were not allowed to depart from Pakistan if they had less than the mentioned amount, though the authorities do not ask for financial proof all the time. At least I myself have not been asked by authorities at the airport, the only question I was asked by the immigration officers was why I was visiting the country.

My suggestion is to dress smartly, keep the specified amount with yourself and definitely not mention the fact you are going to look for a job. Instead, tell them you are visiting for recreational purposes.

According to the latest survey by Jobs Portal and Bayt.com, 41.5% of responding companies in the Middle East and North African region always research new hires online before hiring. In some of the online job application forms, a considerable number of organisations seek web addresses of your social networks and LinkedIn profile to assess your candidacy with reference to the given job and their corporate culture. Therefore, increase your online visibility, manage your online reputation and try to build your unique online brand and put forth a positive image.

Read up on the living and working conditions in Dubai and make arrangements accordingly. On an average, it costs approximately AED500 to 800 for housing, AED300 to 600 for food and AED400 to 700 for transportation and communication for one month. Due to such steep costs, it’s important to learn about benefits offered by employers, whether accommodation, transportation, and return tickets are included in the package. These things can eat up a large part of your salary if you have to pay for them yourself.

In today’s job market, one’s references and network determines your net worth, as you can tap into the ‘hidden’ job market by maximising your existing network along with developing a list of contacts through friends, family, former co-workers and your social institutions or alumni.

4. Social media should be your new best friend

Create a profile on LinkedIn and update its status regularly. Create ‘Job Wanted’ ads on job sites like www.dubizzle.com and share the same on LinkedIn and other social media forums and professional circles. Reach out to the people in your network and speak to them, ask them for advice, helpful information regarding jobs, and job leads. Prepare your own pitch by describing who you are, your background, and what you are specifically looking for from the person you are contacting.

The most effective and recommended tools for job hunting in the UAE are network and references, followed by online job sites like www.byte.com, www.dubizzle.com,www.gulftalent.com, www.naukrigulf.com, www.nadia-me.com, www.jnjobs4u.com, www.catererglobal.com,Gulf News Classifieds, Khaleej Times, and LinkedIn besides official websites of potential companies in the UAE.

One can also apply by visiting offices of all the potential employers and companies. Jebel Ali Free Zone, Sharjah industrial area, Dubai Financial Centre, Dubai Textile City, Education City etc. are suggested for dropping your resume by hand for low cadre positions only.

The most time-tested and effective technique for job hunting in the UAE is to apply for matching positions through online job portals, Google search and company websites and then follow-up through phone calls. One call after submitting the application is enough in order to let the hiring manager know that you have applied for the given position and to tell him/her that you are perfectly competent and eligible for the position. If they don’t give you a chance to discuss this at that point in time, then wait for the closing date of the job advertisement and follow-up just after the closing date and request them to give you the chance on the basis of your competence.

Through this, you will maximise your opportunity to appear for an interview. Therefore, the most important point is to be prepared and stay updated on your core competencies and skills in order to pass the test or interview.

Always keep a record of all the jobs you have applied for, including Terms of References of vacancies where you have the most chances of being shortlisted for your easy reference, tracking progress, and further follow-up.

Keep up to date with the news in your chosen industry, keep reviewing and fine-tuning your resume and keep on trying without losing heart. Eventually, opportunities come to those who dare to take risks and constantly prepare to avail them when they arise.

Hope these tips help and good luck to all the job hunters out there!

Fida Karim

He is a freelance Research Economist cum Project Control Specialist having special interest in youth-centric socio-economic issues, international development and political economy. He tweets as @FidaKarimHunzai (twitter.com/fidakarimhunzai)

Article Source: http://blogs.tribune.com.pk/story/26043/four-tried-and-tested-tips-to-land-a-job-in-dubai/

If you are seeking for a job in Dubai, note that there are no national employment agencies in the country. However, you can find job ads in the newspapers (The Gulf News for instance). Don’t hesitate to.contact the consulate or embassy of your home country established in Dubai, register with temporary staffing agencies or recruitment agencies, use the Internet and develop your own network!

Don’t forget to adapt your CV and cover letter to local standards. You can find out more about information about how to write a CV and a cover letter in Dubai at www.jobera.com/.

Dubai is a vibrant city with much to offer those who chose to live and work here. Unfortunately, there is no one-two-three step plan to land your dream job in Dubai, but there are some rules and guidelines you can follow to help streamline your search and apply your resources efficiently to save valuable time and money. The recruitment process in Dubai varies significantly from that in other Western countries; understanding the process will help to make looking for a job easier.

The Recruitment Process in Dubai

Whether you are in the country on a visit visa to job hunt or you are trying to find a job from your home country, understanding what employers look for is vital to help you put your best foot forward. The process for recruiting an employee also varies with the position you are gunning for. If you are looking for a mid to high level management position such as an HR Coordinator or Head of Sales and Marketing, most companies here will be willing to go the extra mile to find out if you are the right candidate for their requirement. Companies will hire several recruitment agencies to help them find the right candidate and will be willing to fly you in for an interview with all expenses paid. They might arrange a series of phone interviews or video-conference interviews with you prior to this step to make sure that your qualifications match their needs.

For non-core positions such as receptionists, office assistants and administrative positions, most companies will prefer to hire someone who is already present within the country. As per UAE Labor Law, a hiring company is required to pay all the expenses related to the recruitment process, so given a choice, most companies will opt on saving additional expenses to fly people in when looking for non-managerial staff positions.

If you are deciding on whether to come to Dubai to look for a job or to try and secure one from your own country, there are several things to take into consideration. Dubaiis not an inexpensive city and staying here without an income, even for a short period of time can be costly unless you have friends or relatives that are willing to host you during your job hunt. If you do decide to come out, make sure that you float your CV prior to arriving in Dubai, and if possible try to line up a few interviews to utilize your time effectively when you are here. That way you won’t waste your time doing legwork, which can just as easily be done from outside the country.

Job Resources

There are four primary ways to go about looking for a job in Dubai; which method you opt for will depend, in part, on the type of job you are looking for.

Company websites: If you are aware of companies in your chosen career path, get on the internet and look up their websites. Most firms have a careers section on their website and many will post job vacancies here along with their requirements as well as the application process. This minimizes the risk of job scams and also helps to narrow down your search a bit.

Recruitment agencies

Recruitment agencies use your professional profile to sell you to potential employers. Most companies in Dubai, particularly for high-end job positions, will hire recruitment agencies to help them find the right candidates. The better the salary package your targeted employer offers you, the more money your recruitment agency will make. It is, therefore, in their best interest to ensure that you find a job and get a competitive salary package. The best way to work with a recruitment agency is to check out their website first and make sure that they deal with jobs in your field. Then call the company and ask to speak with a specific recruiter who deals with jobs in your chosen line of work; most recruitment agencies will have a particular recruiter who deals with specific job fields such as IT jobs, Administrative jobs etc. To get the best results, work with an individual within the agency who understands what you are looking for in your job search. Also remember that legitimate recruitment companies will never ask you for an upfront fee as this is illegal! One of the most popular recruitment websites in Dubai is Bayt. We suggest uploading your CV to Bayt to gain maximum exposure to recruiters and potential employers.

Cold Calling

Most people dread cold-calling a company for fear of having the phone slammed in their face. This method, however dreaded, can be most effective if you prepare a professional sales pitch prior to calling the company. Go to the company website, learn a little bit about the company and its culture and be prepared to quickly highlight your strong points on the phone. You can also connect with people who already work in your targeted company by building a relationship with them on websites such as LinkedIn.

Personal networks: Your personal network of friends and associates can be of great assistance when you are job hunting. Make sure to put the word out that you are looking for a job and contact your friends and colleagues to request them to put in a good word for you if they work for a company that you are targeting.

The importance of a good CV

In Dubai, a resume and CV are considered as one and the same thing. Your CV is your most important marketing tool as it establishes a vital first impression of you to your potential employer; a strong first impression will help get you noticed and possibly shortlisted for an interview. In Dubai, there are no anti-discriminatory laws; most firms are very specific about ethnic origins, age and how you look so it is important to include a professional photograph of yourself in your CV. Include your age, gender and nationality so that employers are clear about your background and where you are from; this is unfortunately a part of the hiring process here in Dubai and your ethnic origin may play a deciding factor on whether or not you are offered a position.

Forget about the clean, short and precise CVs that are considered effective in most Western countries. In Dubai, your CV should be comprehensive and most employers will look for a two or three page CV. Also, remember that in Dubai, you are selling yourself as a valuable asset to a potential company, so make sure that you present the work you have done in a very positive way; instead of writing ‘Spreadsheet data entry’ you could rephrase it as ‘Entered project specific data quickly and effectively to increase productivity by 50%’. If you are good at styling your CV, you have a better chance at getting it noticed. You can do this yourself or hire a professional CV writing service to help make your resume more professional looking. Above all, read and re-read your CV several times to make sure there are no grammatical errors.