His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has made an announcement to ensure that 700 Emirati citizens will be hired in the emirate’s government by the end of 2025.
Additionally, the Sharjah Ruler approved promotions for 1,523 employees within the government. These promotions, which include job advancements and special financial awards, will come at an annual expense of AED22 million.
Moreover, 254 employees who earned new qualifications, such as PhDs, Master’s, or Bachelor’s degrees, will have their statuses adjusted, costing AED8.42 million. The benefits for these employees will start from the time they obtain their new degrees.
Since the beginning of this year, 1,585 Emiratis have already been employed across various cities and regions in the emirate. This information was shared by His Excellency Abdullah Ibrahim Al Zaabi, the head of the Sharjah Human Resources Department, during a segment on the “Direct Line” program.
Social Care Complex announced
The Sharjah Ruler also announced plans to build a new “Social Care Complex” in the Al Ruwaidat area. This complex will bring together several important facilities all in one place. It will include a center to protect and support women, a home for the elderly, a mental health facility and a care home for children.
Mariam bint Majid Al Shamsi, who leads the Sharjah Social Services Department, shared this exciting news during an interview on the program. She confirmed that construction will start soon, making these essential services more accessible to the community.
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New grant to help 3,162 families launched
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan has also announced a new grant to help families in the emirate live better. This program will provide financial assistance to 3,162 families with two or more members who are registered with the department. The goal is to help these families increase their monthly income to AED17,500, which is seen as a reasonable standard of living.
