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Qatar Tribune
27-05-2025
- Climate
- Qatar Tribune
Summer working hour regulations from June 1: Labour ministry
DOHA: The Ministry of Labour (MoL) has announced the countdown to implementing the decision regulating working hours in open areas during summer, effective from June 1 between 10am and 3.30pm. The ministry said as part of this, the Occupational Safety and Health Department is running a campaign throughout May to raise awareness about heat stress and its prevention in workplaces. In Qatar, from June 1 to September 15, outdoor working is banned ifrom 10am to 3.30pm. The ban is enforced as per the Ministerial Resolution No. 17 of 2021 regarding the necessary precautions to protect workers from the dangers of heat stress during summer.
Observer
26-05-2025
- Business
- Observer
MoL launches strategy for National Occupational Standards
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Labour (MoL) on Monday launched a strategy for National Occupational Standards (NOS), an initiative aimed to establish an integrated professional system for the development of competencies and the promotion of a labour-market-oriented culture of work and productivity. The ceremony was held under the auspices of Dr Mahad bin Said Baowain, Minister of Labour. The strategy aims to align the outcomes of education and training with labour market requirements, enhance the quality of vocational training and achieve sustainable growth in various economic sectors. It also lays grounds for a free labour market to be run by skilled national manpower. The strategy's approach (to develop a highly qualified national workforce) aligns with the goals of Oman Vision 2040. - ONA
Qatar Tribune
25-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
QCDC sixth Career Village concludes with strong student engagement
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Career Development Centre (QCDC), founded by Qatar Foundation (QF), concluded the sixth edition of its flagship career exploration initiative, Career Village. Held in partnership with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) and the Ministry of Labour (MoL), the three-day event welcomed 2,058 students from 125 schools, connecting them with 200 career counsellors and 37 leading organisations across 13 vital sectors of Qatar's economy. Now recognised as one of the country's leading platforms for experiential career learning, Career Village 2025 provided students with hands-on exposure to career paths in fields including Security, Public Administration, Aviation and Aeronautics, Technology, Education, Finance Investment and Banking, Energy, Manufacturing and Retail, Transportation and Logistics, Medicine, Humanitarian and Social Work, Media and Public Relations, as well as Hospitality and Tourism. The initiative is part of QCDC's wider efforts to bridge the gap between education and employment and to support Qatar's Third National Development Strategy (2024–2030) and Qatar National Vision 2030, which emphasise preparing youth for a diversified and knowledge-based economy. The final day of the event featured a high-profile panel discussion titled 'From Guidance to Employment: The Role of Academic Counselling in Supporting Students' Paths to the Private Sector'. The session directly addressed the national priority of increasing Qatari participation in private-sector employment, following the recent enactment of Law No. (12) of 2024 on Job Nationalization in the Private Sector. It brought together over 75 career and academic counsellors from schools across Qatar, with panellists from the MoL, the MoEHE, the Commercial Bank of Qatar, and a young program graduate now employed in the hospitality sector. Discussions explored how career guidance within schools can serve as a critical entry point for nationalization efforts. Throughout the three days, students engaged with sector professionals, explored training opportunities, and learned about workplace expectations and demands through simulations, workshops, and guidance sessions. Since its launch in 2017, Career Village has impacted more than 12,000 students, steadily becoming a cornerstone of QCDC's strategy to cultivate a future-ready workforce.
Qatar Tribune
21-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
MoL holds training course for accounting graduates seeking employment in private sector
QNA Doha The Ministry of Labour's (MoL) Department of Qualifying and Skills Development on Wednesday organised a specialised training course for Qatari job seekers and children of Qatari women holding accounting degrees. Held in cooperation with the Qatar Association of Certified Public Accountants and titled 'Information Systems Audit', the training forms part of the MoL's ongoing efforts to build a qualified and competitive national talent pool across strategic economic sectors, in support of the national job localisation plan in the private sector. It also contributes to increasing the proportion of national workforce within the overall labour force in the country, in alignment with the National Strategy for an Effective and Highly Productive Workforce 2024–2030. Experts from the Qatar Association of Certified Public Accountants delivered practical training sessions to equip participants with essential knowledge and skills in IT systems auditing and information security. The course covered theoretical foundations, auditing stages, and control mechanisms, in accordance with international best practices and standards, helping participants meet evolving labour market demands and engage effectively in the fields of accounting and IT auditing. This training course is part of a series of year-round initiatives and programs implemented by the MoL in cooperation with public and private sector partners. It is aligned with the MoL's strategy to enhance the efficiency of the national workforce, strengthen their competitiveness in the job market, and empower them to actively contribute to sustainable development, positioning the State of Qatar as a regional and global hub for innovation and knowledge in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030.
Qatar Tribune
19-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
MoL officials visit Commercial Bank to review Tawteen initiatives
Tribune News Network Doha Commercial Bank, a leader in innovative digital banking solutions, was honoured to welcome Mohammed Salem Al-Khlaifi, acting director of the Qualifying and Skills Development Department at the Ministry of Labor (MoL), along with representatives from the ministry, as part of the Tawteen programme. The visit to Commercial Bank Plaza served as an opportunity to assess the participants' progress and witness the impact of ongoing development initiatives firsthand. Throughout the visit, MoL officials met with Khalifa Al Rayes, EGM and Chief Human Capital Officer at Commercial Bank, who shared insights into the ongoing support provided to national talents. These discussions emphasised the importance of building capabilities that contribute to long-term career growth and sustainability. This visit reaffirmed the bank's commitment to nurturing skills that empower individuals, support national talent, and pave the way for meaningful career opportunities. Khalifa Al Rayes said, 'Our corporate strategy revolves around talent development, specifically, investing in the potential of our talents. Commercial Bank strives to nurture individuals through specialized career paths, leadership programmes, and supervisory roles that thoroughly prepare them to take on executive roles in the banking sector. 'Through our personalised trainings and our strong ties with government entities, institutions and universities, we ensure that nationalisation goes hand-in-hand with performance and financial institution integrations. This is how Commercial Bank chooses to build a future-ready workforce and contribute to Qatar's economic prosperity.'
