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Zawya
3 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Oman: 73 new job titles approved in hospitality sector, MHT
Muscat: The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT), in cooperation with the Ministry of Labour (MolL), has approved 73 new job titles specific to the hotel and tourism resort sector. The initiative is part of broader efforts to organise and develop the tourism industry and enhance the readiness of the labour market to accommodate qualified and skilled national talent. The new titles have been incorporated into the Unified Gulf Manual for Occupational Classification and Description. They have been categorised according to the officially recognised economic activities within the tourism sector, covering hotels, resorts, hotel facilities, rest houses, chalets, heritage inns, and guesthouses. The move offers employers and tourism establishments a broader and more precise set of options to define their workforce needs, contributing to improved institutional performance and the development of human resources in this vital sector. The approved list includes a variety of administrative and technical positions such as: General Manager of Hotel, General Manager of Resort, Resort Manager, Procurement Director, Safety and Security Director, IT Director, Security Director, Finance Director, Events Coordinator, Reservations Supervisor, Airport Services Representative, Guest Relations Clerk, and Audit Supervisor. The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism stressed that this step reflects the ongoing coordination with the Ministry of Labour to support development in the tourism sector and create an environment conducive to growth and investment. The initiative is expected to meet the goals of Oman Vision 2040, which identifies tourism as a key pillar of economic diversification. 2022 © All right reserved for Oman Establishment for Press, Publication and Advertising (OEPPA) Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Times of Oman
4 days ago
- Business
- Times of Oman
Ministry of Labour announces compulsory certification for finance professionals
Muscat – The Ministry of Labour has announced that, effective 1st September 2025, a Professional Classification Certificate in Accounting, Finance, and Auditing will become a mandatory requirement for the issuance and renewal of work permits for all individuals employed in relevant positions. Consequently, all current employees in this field, as well as any individuals to be employed in the future, must obtain this certificate from the Sector Skills Unit for Accounting, Finance, and Auditing. The Ministry will only issue work permits upon submission of the approved certificate, in accordance with the specified roles. Work permits will not be granted after the aforementioned date without the required certificate. All establishments are urged to ensure compliance and take the necessary steps for implementation. List of Occupations Requiring Professional Classification in the Accounting, Finance, and Auditing Sector: Accounts Technician Assistant External Auditor Assistant Internal Auditor Internal Auditor External Auditor Cost Accountant Credit Analyst Financial Analyst Accounts Manager Tax Manager Chief Financial Officer (CFO) External Audit Manager Internal Audit Manager Senior Internal Audit Manager Financial Controller Senior External Audit Manager Head of Internal Audit Department Chief Financial Officer (CFO) External Audit Partner Chief Audit Executive (CAE)
Al Jazeera
08-07-2025
- Climate
- Al Jazeera
Acropolis closes as Greece sizzles under another severe heatwave
Greece has shut the Acropolis and halted outdoor work across the country as a fierce heatwave scorches the region, pushing temperatures to above 40C (104F) and leading to fire alerts and severe weather warnings across the Balkans. The Greek Ministry of Culture announced that the 2,500-year-old Acropolis site would remain closed until 5pm on Tuesday 'for the safety of workers and visitors, owing to high temperatures'. The landmark, perched above capital Athens with little natural shade, typically attracts tens of thousands of tourists each day. This is Greece's second severe heatwave since late June. Meteorologists expect temperatures to peak at 42C (107.6F) in some parts of the country, with Athens facing highs of 38C (100.4F). Similar conditions are forecast for Wednesday. To protect labourers exposed to the sun, Greece's Ministry of Labour has ordered a work pause from noon to 5pm in multiple regions, including popular islands. The restriction applies to outdoor jobs such as construction and food delivery. 'Days with a heatwave make my job more difficult,' 43-year-old courier Michalis Keskinidis told the AFP news agency. 'We drink a lot of water, use electrolytes, and take breaks whenever possible.' Heatwave across the Balkans Last year, the Acropolis recorded 4.5 million visitors – up by more than 15 percent from the previous year – and authorities have been forced to close the site during previous heatwaves as well. Fire danger remains a key concern. Civil protection officials have issued high-risk warnings for areas including greater Athens, central Greece and the Peloponnese. Greece's fire service is already tackling up to 50 blazes daily, said senior fire officer Constantinos Tsigkas. Elsewhere in the Balkans, extreme weather continues to batter neighbouring countries. In Serbia, meteorologists warned of elevated fire risks after 620 wildfires were reported on Monday. Simultaneously, parts of the country face threats of hail and hurricane-strength winds. In Croatia, storms injured two people in Vinkovci when a power line collapsed onto a home. Strong winds and rain have flooded roads, knocked down trees and caused widespread power outages in Split, where a ferry broke loose and sank a tourist boat. Hungary and Slovakia also suffered storm damage. In Budapest, wind speeds reached 137km/h (85mph), downing power lines and trees. The Hungarian Transport Ministry said rail services might take weeks to fully resume. In Slovakia, fierce winds tore roofs from buildings and disrupted transport across the east.
Times of Oman
07-07-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Labour Ministry organises workshop on training governance
Muscat: The Ministry of Labour today inaugurated a three-day development workshop on training governance, aimed at conducting a comprehensive assessment and proposing realistic, effective, sustainable, and streamlined initiatives and projects for the training system. Salim Musallam Al Busaidi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Labour for Human Resources Development, stated that the workshop seeks to reshape the future of government and private training, as well as vocational education in Oman. It aims to develop a roadmap aligning all training pathways with the objectives and enablers of Oman Vision 2040, which prioritizes human capital development. The workshop will examine key facts, identify general challenges, and reach consensus on solutions. It will also review initiatives, finalize detailed draft plans, and assess the quality of planning and implementation of Oman Vision 2040 within the Ministry of Labour. Additionally, the event will analyze challenges facing the training sector, explore updated laws and regulations for training governance, and propose projects and initiatives to enhance and regulate the training and human resources development sector in Oman.
Arabian Business
19-06-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Oman announces holiday for public and private sectors
Oman has announced an official holiday for public and private sectors at the end of this month. Sunday, June 29 has been announced as an official holiday for employees of the public and private sectors on the occasion of the new Hijri year 1447 AH. With Friday and Saturday being a typical weekend for many in the country, it means a three-day break, with workers able to rest from June 27 to 29. Oman announces Islamic New Year holiday The Ministry of Labour pointed out that employers may agree on terms to engage employees on the said holiday—if deemed necessary due to the nature of their work—provided they compensate the workers for the holiday.
