Hi, this is Biju from Qatar. I am working as an Admin/HR Assistant. Our company is upcoming, and it seems that they should have an HR department now. Well, I need all your help to start.
Company strength - 1500
Data System used - Excel/Oracle
Total branches - 04
Details on each staff - date of joining, DOB, passport expiry, resident permit expiry, and many more like that typical Gulf MNC company.
Thanks,
Biju
Email: manavrqp@yahoo.co.in
From Qatar
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2Company strength - 1500
Data System used - Excel/Oracle
Total branches - 04
Details on each staff - date of joining, DOB, passport expiry, resident permit expiry, and many more like that typical Gulf MNC company.
Thanks,
Biju
Email: manavrqp@yahoo.co.in
From Qatar
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Dear Mr. Biju,
Wishing you all the best in your endeavors. I hope the link which Mr. Peer Mohammed sent is useful. I have one query and hope you can help me out. I am being offered a position as an HR Manager in a company in Doha, Qatar and need to confirm my acceptance. However, the pay offered is approximately around Rials 12,000 per month. No accommodation is provided. Considering the rising cost of accommodation and the overall cost of living, is it feasible for a family of two to live in Doha, Qatar with this salary? I would appreciate an early response from you, as I believe it would also benefit others who are in the process of seeking or considering job opportunities in Doha, Qatar.
Warm regards,
M.A. Ganju
From United Arab Emirates, Sharjah
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Wishing you all the best in your endeavors. I hope the link which Mr. Peer Mohammed sent is useful. I have one query and hope you can help me out. I am being offered a position as an HR Manager in a company in Doha, Qatar and need to confirm my acceptance. However, the pay offered is approximately around Rials 12,000 per month. No accommodation is provided. Considering the rising cost of accommodation and the overall cost of living, is it feasible for a family of two to live in Doha, Qatar with this salary? I would appreciate an early response from you, as I believe it would also benefit others who are in the process of seeking or considering job opportunities in Doha, Qatar.
Warm regards,
M.A. Ganju
From United Arab Emirates, Sharjah
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Hi. That's really good that you have got a job in Qatar. It would be fine if you could tell me the name of the company. The reason is that I would be able to trace to which location you will be able to take a flat. Nowadays, the central part of Doha is costly. If I get the company name, I would be able to tell you up to which place you could go. Otherwise, you will have to pay for transport too.
Well, other than that, nowadays a normal flat with sharing will cost you around 4000 QRS, depending upon the location. That is why I am asking for the company name to trace the location.
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Biju
009745716374
biju@rmq.com.qa
From Qatar
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Well, other than that, nowadays a normal flat with sharing will cost you around 4000 QRS, depending upon the location. That is why I am asking for the company name to trace the location.
Thanks,
Biju
009745716374
biju@rmq.com.qa
From Qatar
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Dear Biju,
Thank you very much for such a prompt response. I apologize for burdening you. However, I know many people who are facing similar dilemmas, so your suggestions will be very useful even if you take a little time to answer them.
Negotiations for my job postings are still ongoing, and I have been asked to keep things confidential. I hope you trust me on that. This Dubai-based company has numerous divisions and a branch/office in Doha. The office where I may be located is at:
Ali Bin Khalifa Al Hitmi Building
Next to Teyseer Petrol Pump Station
Near Qatar Decorations Roundabout
Salwa Road, Doha, Qatar.
Additionally, I have other concerns. My wife is a professor in Management specializing in International Marketing & Corporate Strategy. After some research, I discovered there is one university in Qatar and five different foreign (US) university branches in Doha. Unfortunately, the University of Qatar and four out of the five foreign university branches do not offer any management courses. Only the Dale Carnegie branch in Doha offers a Management course, but only at the undergraduate level. I cannot allow my wife to compromise on her professional career or designation, considering her 21+ years of service and her usual teaching at the postgraduate level. The biggest question now is the possibility of her securing an appropriate (professor level) teaching job in Doha, where opportunities seem scarce, especially for Management courses compared to technical education fields like mathematics, engineering, IT, and medicine.
Our family currently consists of me, my wife, and our daughter. My daughter may or may not join us in Doha, so we require at least a one-bedroom independent flat. Based on my inquiries, a simple two-bedroom flat with ACs only costs not less than 8000 Dhrams/Riyals, while a one-bedroom flat could be around 6000 Rials. Monthly expenses for food, transport, mobile/telephone/miscellaneous charges, and sending money for my daughter's educational and hostel needs in India could amount to an additional 4000-5000 rials. This totals to an estimated 12,000 rials/dhrams per month easily. According to reliable reports, prices are expected to increase by 25% to 40%. Doha is undoubtedly more expensive than Dubai itself, and the situation in Dubai is already alarming. Therefore, it is crucial for me to ensure my wife finds employment wherever we go. Otherwise, the move may not be worthwhile, especially considering that managerial positions in India are currently better paying than in the Middle East. However, the tax-free incentive and higher teaching pay abroad for my wife are driving us to seek employment overseas.
The first question is whether it is feasible for both of us (my wife and me) to live on a monthly income of 12,000 UAE dirhams/Qatar riyals. Secondly, I am concerned about the visa procedures and the strict conditions to follow in Qatar. For instance, serving a minimum of two years with the first sponsor before seeking any change puts us at the mercy of our initial sponsor for a significant period. Understanding this would help us negotiate effectively. Lastly, do you think Dubai, despite its similar costliness, might be a better alternative? The employment opportunities for my wife in Dubai/Sharjah (or UAE) appear more promising compared to Doha, Qatar.
Dear Biju, your assistance and advice are greatly appreciated.
Warm regards,
M.A.G
From United Arab Emirates, Sharjah
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Thank you very much for such a prompt response. I apologize for burdening you. However, I know many people who are facing similar dilemmas, so your suggestions will be very useful even if you take a little time to answer them.
Negotiations for my job postings are still ongoing, and I have been asked to keep things confidential. I hope you trust me on that. This Dubai-based company has numerous divisions and a branch/office in Doha. The office where I may be located is at:
Ali Bin Khalifa Al Hitmi Building
Next to Teyseer Petrol Pump Station
Near Qatar Decorations Roundabout
Salwa Road, Doha, Qatar.
Additionally, I have other concerns. My wife is a professor in Management specializing in International Marketing & Corporate Strategy. After some research, I discovered there is one university in Qatar and five different foreign (US) university branches in Doha. Unfortunately, the University of Qatar and four out of the five foreign university branches do not offer any management courses. Only the Dale Carnegie branch in Doha offers a Management course, but only at the undergraduate level. I cannot allow my wife to compromise on her professional career or designation, considering her 21+ years of service and her usual teaching at the postgraduate level. The biggest question now is the possibility of her securing an appropriate (professor level) teaching job in Doha, where opportunities seem scarce, especially for Management courses compared to technical education fields like mathematics, engineering, IT, and medicine.
Our family currently consists of me, my wife, and our daughter. My daughter may or may not join us in Doha, so we require at least a one-bedroom independent flat. Based on my inquiries, a simple two-bedroom flat with ACs only costs not less than 8000 Dhrams/Riyals, while a one-bedroom flat could be around 6000 Rials. Monthly expenses for food, transport, mobile/telephone/miscellaneous charges, and sending money for my daughter's educational and hostel needs in India could amount to an additional 4000-5000 rials. This totals to an estimated 12,000 rials/dhrams per month easily. According to reliable reports, prices are expected to increase by 25% to 40%. Doha is undoubtedly more expensive than Dubai itself, and the situation in Dubai is already alarming. Therefore, it is crucial for me to ensure my wife finds employment wherever we go. Otherwise, the move may not be worthwhile, especially considering that managerial positions in India are currently better paying than in the Middle East. However, the tax-free incentive and higher teaching pay abroad for my wife are driving us to seek employment overseas.
The first question is whether it is feasible for both of us (my wife and me) to live on a monthly income of 12,000 UAE dirhams/Qatar riyals. Secondly, I am concerned about the visa procedures and the strict conditions to follow in Qatar. For instance, serving a minimum of two years with the first sponsor before seeking any change puts us at the mercy of our initial sponsor for a significant period. Understanding this would help us negotiate effectively. Lastly, do you think Dubai, despite its similar costliness, might be a better alternative? The employment opportunities for my wife in Dubai/Sharjah (or UAE) appear more promising compared to Doha, Qatar.
Dear Biju, your assistance and advice are greatly appreciated.
Warm regards,
M.A.G
From United Arab Emirates, Sharjah
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Hi, well, there is no need for thanks. It's my duty to help and provide any information that is known to me.
The company that you are referring to is in the industrial area, i.e., next to Midmac roundabout itself. So, that means you will have to take a house nearby - Mughalina/B Ring/D Ring/Matar Qadeem/Mall Roundabout/Midmac Roundabout.
I know a person who deals with houses; his name is Mr. George - 009745531767. Do call this person and ask him; he can tell you about the places and the costs. He is a senior person in Qatar with over 25 years of experience. Tell him you are Biju's friend; I informed you that way.
Regarding your wife, there are many colleges, but concerning the specific college you mentioned, I could not find the information. However, she would get a good job in Qatar, that's for sure, since she would be under your sponsorship.
Yes, the cost of living in Qatar is increasing. There has been a 29% hike in rent in Qatar. Despite that, there is freedom, and you would like working here.
Regarding the housing problem, do call that person or the best way is to ask the company to provide family status. This will help you a lot - house, family ticket, and don't sign a contract for two years. In the offer letter itself, make it clear that it should be an annual contract and include air tickets for the family, medical benefits, and either housing with transportation or housing allowance.
Well, that's all.
Biju
From Qatar
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The company that you are referring to is in the industrial area, i.e., next to Midmac roundabout itself. So, that means you will have to take a house nearby - Mughalina/B Ring/D Ring/Matar Qadeem/Mall Roundabout/Midmac Roundabout.
I know a person who deals with houses; his name is Mr. George - 009745531767. Do call this person and ask him; he can tell you about the places and the costs. He is a senior person in Qatar with over 25 years of experience. Tell him you are Biju's friend; I informed you that way.
Regarding your wife, there are many colleges, but concerning the specific college you mentioned, I could not find the information. However, she would get a good job in Qatar, that's for sure, since she would be under your sponsorship.
Yes, the cost of living in Qatar is increasing. There has been a 29% hike in rent in Qatar. Despite that, there is freedom, and you would like working here.
Regarding the housing problem, do call that person or the best way is to ask the company to provide family status. This will help you a lot - house, family ticket, and don't sign a contract for two years. In the offer letter itself, make it clear that it should be an annual contract and include air tickets for the family, medical benefits, and either housing with transportation or housing allowance.
Well, that's all.
Biju
From Qatar
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Dear Biju,
Wholehearted thanks for your assistance, help, and information. I am right now returning to India from Dubai and will follow up on the information you have given. God willing, we can meet in Doha, Qatar then!!!
Warm regards,
M.A. Ganju
From United Arab Emirates, Sharjah
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Wholehearted thanks for your assistance, help, and information. I am right now returning to India from Dubai and will follow up on the information you have given. God willing, we can meet in Doha, Qatar then!!!
Warm regards,
M.A. Ganju
From United Arab Emirates, Sharjah
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