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You should be prepared to appear for more than one interview for one job.
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You should always carry a copy of your passport and a couple of spare CVs with you
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Write your CV in chronological (descending) order
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Be sure you mention your proficiency (if any) in any language of the Middle East
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Do not mention live-in relationships – state only whether they are married or not
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All CVs should be accompanied with a cover letter which particularly explains why you are the best fit for the job
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Network with fellow countrymen in the UAE; a lot depends on the network you have
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Do not sit till you are invited to sit when you go for an interview
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Do not criticize former employers
Things to Remember
An employer may terminate a worker without notice in any of the following cases:
- If the worker adopts a false identity or nationality or submits forged certificate or documents
- If the worker is engaged on probation and is dismissed during the probationary or on its expiry
- If the worker makes a mistake resulting in substantial material loss for the employer, on condition that the latter notifies the labour department of the incident within 48 hours of his becoming aware of its occurrence;
- If the worker disobeys instructions respecting industrial safety or the safety of the workplace, on condition that such instructions are in writing and have been posted up at a conspicuous place and, in the case of an illiterate worker, that he has been acquainted with them orally;
- If the worker does not perform his basic duties under the contract of employment and persists in violating them despite the fact that he has been the subject of a written investigation for this reason and that he has been warned that he will be dismissed if such behavior continues;
- If the worker reveals any secret of the establishment in which he is employed;
- If the worker is finally sentenced by a competent court for an offence involving honor, honesty or public morals;
- If the worker is found in a state of drunkenness or under the influence of a drug during working hours;
- If, while working, the worker assaults the employer, the responsible manager or any of his work mates;
- If the worker absents from his work without a valid reason for more than 20 non-consecutive days, or more than seven
Once you get the job and are living in UAE, keep in mind that Muslim societies are very conservative regarding interaction between men and women. You should never touch and attempt to touch (even for a handshake) a woman. You should never complement a woman, however closely you are working or interacting with her officially. It will be taken as an offence. Do not enquire about wives or daughters of any male friends – this will also be taken as an offence. Do not gift anything to women colleagues or wives/ daughters of your colleagues in UAE.
In UAE the society is extremely conservative when it comes to interaction between males and females. Hence, it is good to be as much aloof as possible for female company, lest you will trespass any conventions. |
