Qatar is known as one of the wealthiest nations in the Middle East. The country is going through a tremendous phase of development, preparing for FIFA 2022. These ongoing developments gives birth to huge range of opportunities that allows expatriates to work in their dream country Qatar.
In spite of the fact that the nation has abundance of local talent, it invites expats to make the best of the available career opportunities. In addition, Qatar is among the most peaceful nations in the area as indicated by the Global Peace Index.
Plentiful career prospects joined with a safe and peaceful environment make Qatar a most wanted destination among expats hoping to explore professions abroad.
However, with all these attractive features, finding employment in Qatar isn’t a simple task, particularly as an expat. Be that as it may, nothing is impossible, consider finding a job as your full time employment and you will without a doubt will find what you want.
In any case, it is best to plan your strategy for job search, below we have provided a few points that will definitely help you in your job search in Qatar as referred on qatarofw.com.
Begin early:
Expats should start their search of employment before even arriving in Qatar, expats can keep on applying of jobs through various search engines online. There are several job portals through which one can check and apply for their choice of jobs. Also employment section of different regional daily newspapers online can be checked for latest employment openings. Reaching out to the Qatar Embassy in you nation for openings in Qatar is also an option.
Make a strong CV:
CVs are a critical part in convincing the recruiters that you are suitable for the job and they are the first impression between you and your prospective employer. Change your CV by putting appropriate keywords to match the job requirement for each vacancy that you apply for.
Connect to your friends working in Qatar:
Knowing professional in Qatar will enable you to find a job faster. Connect with individuals in your network and let them know you are looking for an opportunity. Someone will definitely come to your help. Additionally, you can directly walkin to an office and get some information about employment opportunities available. Provide your CV where ever you can reach to maximize your chances of getting shortlisted for interview.
Go to events where you can find many professionals
Accumulate information about events and career fairs and try to attend them as much as you can. These fairs and events are the best approach to become more acquainted with recent job openings and connecting with professionals.
Regardless of the possibility that you don’t get what you had wanted, don’t lose trust. Getting a new job in a new country is always tough, so consider any first job as a decent start and stay self-motivated and flexible.
Credit: Qatar Day / Ruchi Singh
Date – Time: Feb, 2018
Source URL:https://www.qatarday.com/blog/information/ways-to-find-employment-in-qatar/30416