Sharjah: The Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) convened its eighth session of the third regular session of the 11th legislative term, led by Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi. The session was focused on evaluating the policies of the Sharjah Department of Human Resources (SDHR) and its essential role in facilitating employment for citizens in both public and private sectors, alongside preparing them for the labor market through comprehensive training initiatives.
According to Emirates News Agency, the council examined the overarching framework of the SDHR's policy and its accomplishments in fostering sustainable human capital through governmental leadership. The discussion highlighted the regulation and protection of human capital rights via the Human Resources Law and its executive regulations, as well as the ongoing development of Sharjah's government employees and job seekers through extensive development plans.
The session saw the presence of key figures including Abdullah Ibrahim Al Zaabi, Member of the Sharjah Executive Council and Head of the Department, and Majid Hamad Khalfan Al Marri, Director of the Department, among other officials. The members deliberated on coordination with universities to ensure academic programs meet labor market demands, the establishment of an Emiratisation department to boost citizen employment in the private sector, and the potential provision of financial support to jobseekers until they find appropriate employment.
Further discussions addressed employment criteria for persons with disabilities, the implementation of a unified performance evaluation system across government entities, and mechanisms related to the retirement system. Abdullah Al Zaabi highlighted the department's commitment to guiding career paths, applying human resources systems within the emirate, and consistently updating these systems to align with global advancements.
The department reported the employment of 2,265 individuals in 2024 and 3,125 in 2025, as part of Sharjah's ongoing localisation efforts. This year, plans are in place to fill 642 positions across various government departments and agencies in Sharjah.