Gov’t Announces 10,000 Job Slots For Kenyans In Dubai Amidst Backlash
Alfred Mutua, the Labour Cabinet Secretary, has promised the recruitment of 10,000 Kenyans for Dubai’s building industry.
The recruiting will take place on Friday, January 3, and Saturday, January 4, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Kenya Coast National Polytechnic.
βThe available jobs included steel fixers, masons, scaffolders, carpenters, waterproofing technicians and general workers,β he said on Thursday.
The CS instructed interested parties to bring their certificates, any relevant documentation, and proper clothes for practical examinations.
Mutua stated that selected candidates will receive on-the-spot offer letters.
He stated that successful candidates will receive visas following a three-day medical and processing period.
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The construction sector in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is seeking 10,000+ skilled and unskilled Kenyans to joinβ¦
The CS stated that travel preparations will be fulfilled within days of visa approval.
The CS informed individuals who did not have passports that successful candidates would be able to obtain them faster.
He added that in order to make the chance more accessible, he negotiated decreased and inexpensive pricing.
βSuccessful candidates will cater for their tickets, medical and minor processing fees,β he added.
The CS stated that the salary will vary from Sh33,000 to Sh60,000, tax-free.
He stated that there will be free accommodations, transportation, food, and medical treatment.
βThis is a life-changing opportunity. Come and try your luck! Mbele iko sawa,β he said.
The construction workers’ process began in Nairobi at Kabete National Polytechnic and Nyeri National Polytechnic in December 2024.
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Despite criticism, the government has launched an aggressive effort to acquire jobs for Kenyans living overseas.
In November, CS Mutua noted that the country has over five million unemployed youth and that the government was working on various methods to address the high youth employment rate.
He stated that some of the potential career prospects include nursing, gardeners, plant operators, chefs, security guards, and housemaids, among others.
Critics have slammed the government for promoting menial work for Kenyans abroad over formal employment.
Gov’t Announces 10,000 Job Slots For Kenyans In Dubai Amidst Backlash
