29-07-2025
Sharjah Ups Probation Period to 9 Months in Government Jobs
Sharjah just gave new government hires a little more runway — the emirate has officially extended the probation period for fresh employees from six to nine months, according to an update in its human resources regulations.
The move is part of a broader effort to empower Emirati talent and give recruits more time to settle in, showcase their potential, and adapt to the demands of the public sector.
An extra three-month extension can also be granted, if approved by the hiring department — and yes, that clock starts ticking from the first day on the job.
But that's not the only thing changing under the new HR rulebook.
A series of new internal government committees are being rolled out to keep things running smoothly behind the scenes — especially when it comes to staff concerns and emergency situations.
These include:
A Disciplinary Committee to look into breaches
A Grievances and Complaints Committee to handle staff concerns
An Emergency and Crisis Committee to deal with urgent situations
Each committee will include at least three members and operate independently within their departments.
At the top of it all is the newly formed Supreme Human Resources Committee, which will review legislation, evaluate HR-related cases, and offer guidance on matters passed down from the Executive Council or the Ruler of Sharjah.
The new structure reflects Sharjah's ongoing push to enhance transparency, employee rights, and operational readiness across its government workforce — all while supporting national development goals.
