Sheikh King, the Ruler of Sharjah, has provided a substantial update about the emirate’s work age criteria. The previous upper age restriction for government employment in Sharjah was 30. All UAE nationals between the ages of 18 and 60 will be allowed to apply for government positions, according to a recent announcement by the Ruler.
Due to a misunderstanding of a 2018 law pertaining to the Social Security Fund, this choice was taken. It was wrongly believed that because the legislation indicated that those above the age of 30 were no longer entitled to collect payments from the Social Security Fund, it also prohibited them from holding employment in the government.
The Ruler’s decision to abolish the age restriction for government employment is a wise move that will provide UAE people of all ages with greater chances. Also, it acknowledges the idea that anyone, regardless of age, may be a useful employee.
The Sharjah Directorate of Human Resources has been tasked with finding employment for any UAE nationals between the ages of 18 and 60 who are interested in working in the public sector. The new age criteria will go into force right away.
For UAE residents who have been hoping for government employment, this is a positive step. It also indicates that Sharjah is dedicated to developing a workforce that is more inclusive and varied, which is good news for the city’s future.
The following are some of the main points about the revision of Sharjah’s work age requirements:
- In Sharjah, the age restriction for government employment has been lifted.
- The age range for UAE nationals who can apply for government positions is now 18 to 60.
- In order to meet the large amount of employment applications that the Sharjah government gets, the decision was taken.
- The Ruler said that the prior age restriction was “misinterpreted” and did not follow the letter of the legislation.
- The new age restriction, he added, will “create more opportunities for UAE citizens” and “attract the best talent to Sharjah.”
Sheik Ruler also discussed modifications made to Sharjah’s compensation plans. “While those who have just quit have an advantage of AED 17,500, those who have been resigned for longer receive only AED 12,000. There are older retirees who only receive 12,000 AED. However, everyone pays a same price for necessities like bread. I’ve decided to increase the annuities for the more seasoned retirees to level the playing field,” he stated.
