Whether you are a Human Resources officer, senior officer, manager or even a fresh graduate with an interest in the HR field, there are numerous career opportunities for you to consider in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The good news are: this year happens to be a very good time for professionals looking to get hired, promoted, or find career advancement opportunities in the HR industry. The Bayt.com Middle East Job Index Survey, September 2016, revealed that the HR industry has the second highest hiring potential in the region. In fact, 79% of survey respondents plan to hire in the HR field in a year’s time. Not only is this industry offering many new job opportunities over the coming months it is also very capable of attracting and retaining top talent.
As you look to advance your career in the HR industry and seize the promising potential it offers, you need to use the right tools and strategies to land the ideal job or to move up in the career ladder. Whether you are searching for now or for next year, Bayt.com, the #1 Job site in the Middle East, offers the tools you need to find the best HR career opportunities:
1. Advanced Job Search
Using this tool allows you to find the exact HR job that you are looking for. You can use multiple keywords to appear in the job description together or one at a time. You can also filter search results based on position, location, desired salary, employment type, experience level, and more. With many opportunities in the HR industry across the MENA this year, you, as a job seeker, have the ability to truly specify your search criteria and find your ideal job. You can click hear to start you search and find hundreds of job announcements in the HR industry.
2. Networking with HR Experts
Excelling in your human resources career involves more than going to the office every day. To truly stand out and grow your expertise, join professional social platforms such as Bayt.com specialties. Using this tool, you can engage in insightful discussions regarding the trends and developments in your industry. You can pose questions, provide answers, follow discussions, and easily expand you knowledge base in the ever-growing HR field. Being active on Bayt.com specialties is also away for your online personal brand to stand out, showcasing your expertise and attracting more opportunities for career growth and promotions.
3. Salary Comparisons
As you embark on new career opportunities in the HR field, you need to have an understanding of your prospective compensation and benefits. In order to do so, you can use Bayt.com Salaries; a sophisticated tool providing you with timely and accurate salary levels and pay structures in the market. Similarly, if you are a current HR employee on the lookout for supporting and enhancing your career, Bayt.com Salaries allows you to navigate customized reports for each role, industry, and location in order to make the most informed HR and hiring decisions.
4. Continued HR Learning opportunities
Employers are aware of candidates who endeavor to improve their skills and grow their competencies. Learning and developing your HR skills does not have to stop after university. The Bayt.com learning portal offers numerous courses, workshops, and learning opportunities to complement your degree and experience. The topics span from strategic HR management, to international HR certificates, and all the way to communication and HR-related soft skills. There are many opportunities to gain from even for current HR employees who simply need to sharpen their skills and grow their areas of expertise. Many of these courses are free of charge and completing them adds a competitive edge on your CV.
5. Enhancing the Employer Brand
What is unique about the HR field is that it is truly the intersection of employers, employees, and job seekers. Regardless to where you fall within these categories, HR professionals aim to cultivate a stronger employer brand. Doing so, will give your manager the chance to see your expertise and capabilities and they will be further inclined to consider you for promotions and career advancements. A great way to enhance your employer’s brand is by utilizing the Bayt.com Premium Company Profile. This tool is an easy way to establish a strong presence among other companies and job seekers. It allows professionals to follow you and hear your updates, news, and exciting opportunities and be engaged with you on the platform.
