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Citizens hail MoL's part-time work norms

 The new system sets the hourly wage for part-time workers at RO3
The new system sets the hourly wage for part-time workers at RO3
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Muscat, Jan 22


Many students and job seekers have welcomed the decision of Dr Mahad bin Said Baowain, Minister of Labour (MoL), establishing guidelines for part-time work as it would enhance employment prospects and accommodate the needs of jobseekers.


Mohammed al Hanai, a job seeker, described the decision as a “new window of hope.” He said: “Working part-time helps graduates like us to gain practical experience that increases the value of our CVs. Instead of waiting for long periods to get a full-time job, we can take advantage of these opportunities to enhance our skills.” Saeed al Habsi, another job seeker, said, “The decision represents a temporary solution through which we can improve our income. Under the current economic conditions, every job opportunity, no matter how partial, contributes to improving our living conditions and alleviating financial burdens.” The part-time work experience provides job seekers with an opportunity to develop communication and teamwork skills, which are essential skills in any work environment.


For students, the decision comes at an ideal time to support them in their educational and professional journey. Part-time work gives students the opportunity to gain early practical experience without compromising their studies, enabling them to achieve a balance between their studies and work life.


Maha al Balushi, a final year student at University of Nizwa, expressed her happiness with the new decision. “I am excited about the idea of ​​working part-time, as I can use this opportunity to gain experience in my field and get to know the real work environment, without having to give up my studies.” Part-time work also allows students additional income to help them cover some of their personal expenses.


Ahmed al Kindi, a student at Sultan Qaboos University, said; “Part-time work gives us, as students, the opportunity to achieve early financial independence. I can rely on myself to cover some expenses, such as buying books or paying transportation costs, which reduces the burden on my family.” The decision provides students with an invaluable opportunity to gain early practical experience in soft skills, which are vital for any future job.


Noura al Kharousi, a student at the Modern College of Business and Science, said; “Part-time work helps us build early professional networks and learn about the requirements of the labour market. This experience gives us a competitive advantage when we graduate and look for permanent jobs.”


MoL stipulates that part-time workers must work a minimum of four hours per day and no more than 25 hours per week. The new system also sets the hourly wage for part-time workers at RO 3, though a lower wage can be negotiated with prior approval from the Ministry of Labour (MoL).


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