UAE: Over 80,000 Emiratis now working in the private sector, says MoHRE
UAE: Over 80,000 Emiratis now working in the private sector, says MoHRE Khaleej Times
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The number of UAE nationals employed in private companies has gone up by almost three-fold
More than 80,000 Emiratis are now working in the UAE’s private sector — thanks to the relevant resolutions, policies and programmes of the government that contributed to the evolution of the UAE labour market, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has tweeted.
According to the latest MoHRE report, the number of UAE nationals employed in private companies has gone up by almost three-fold, as compared to 2018, when there were 27,055 Emiratis in the private sector.
The spike was more pronounced in 2022, a year after Nafis — a federal government initiative aimed at increasing the competitiveness of Emiratis — was implemented. Back in 2021, there were 29,810 UAE nationals in the private sector, but their numbers almost doubled at 50,228 at the end of 2022.
Effective policies
“The success of Emiratisation is attributed to the UAE government’s effective policies and programmes aimed at increasing the competitiveness of UAE nationals and providing them with the right tools and support to occupy skilled jobs in the country’s private sector,” Farida Al Ali, assistant undersecretary for Employment of National Human Resources at MoHRE, told Khaleej Times on Thursday.
“It is also due to the active participation of the private sector – who are our partners in creating work environments that serve both nationals and expatriates,” she added.
Distribution
Dubai is on top of all emirates in terms of having Emirati citizens employed in private companies.
Almost five out of 10 or 47.4 per cent of privately-employed Emiratis are in Dubai, followed by Abu Dhabi at 38.6 per cent. Sharjah is in third spot at 7.1 per cent, followed by Ajman, 2.5 per cent; Ras Al Khaimah at 2 per cent; Fujairah at 1.7 per cent; and Umm Al Quwain at 0.7 per cent.
Job Categories
In terms of job categories, the top 10 economic activities that Emiratis are employed in include:
- Business services
- Administrative and support services
- Trade and repair service
- Wholesale and retail
- Construction
- Civil engineering
- Manufacturing industries
- Financial intermediation
- Financial and insurance activities
- Mining and quarrying
MoHRE had earlier applauded private companies that complied with the Emiratisation programme, describing them as “partners of the government in achieving Emiratisation which is a national priority.”
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
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SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Target 8.5: By 2030, achieve full and productive employment and decent work for all women and men, including for young people and persons with disabilities, and equal pay for work of equal value.
- Indicator 8.5.1: Average hourly earnings of female and male employees, by occupation, age group, and persons with disabilities.
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SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
- Target 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status.
- Indicator 10.2.1: Proportion of people living below 50 percent of median income, by age, sex, and persons with disabilities.
Analysis
The article highlights the increase in the number of UAE nationals employed in the private sector, which is relevant to SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities).
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
The increase in employment opportunities for UAE nationals in the private sector contributes to Target 8.5 of SDG 8, which aims to achieve full and productive employment and decent work for all women and men. The article mentions that the number of Emiratis employed in private companies has almost tripled since 2018, indicating progress towards this target.
The article does not explicitly mention any indicators related to Target 8.5, such as average hourly earnings or employment rates by occupation and age group. However, the increase in the number of employed Emiratis can be considered an indicator of progress towards this target.
SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
The increase in employment opportunities for UAE nationals in the private sector also contributes to Target 10.2 of SDG 10, which aims to promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all individuals, irrespective of their status. By providing more job opportunities for UAE nationals, the government is working towards reducing inequalities in the labor market.
The article does not mention any specific indicators related to Target 10.2, such as income inequality or social inclusion measures. However, the increase in the number of employed Emiratis can be seen as a positive step towards achieving this target.
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth | Target 8.5: By 2030, achieve full and productive employment and decent work for all women and men, including for young people and persons with disabilities, and equal pay for work of equal value. | Indicator 8.5.1: Average hourly earnings of female and male employees, by occupation, age group, and persons with disabilities. |
| SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities | Target 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status. | Indicator 10.2.1: Proportion of people living below 50 percent of median income, by age, sex, and persons with disabilities. |
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Source: khaleejtimes.com
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