Sharjah mandates a standardized HR system across all agencies: Sharjah Ruler Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi issued a new law restructuring human resources management across Sharjah’s government entities, state news agency Wam reports. The legislation standardizes HR practices for all public sector employees — including those in agencies with existing systems — and includes amendments on eligibility practices and job classifications.

The updates: The law mandates all government bodies to submit employee data, including salary information, to Sharjah’s human resources department through designated digital platforms. It also establishes a supreme committee for human resources under the Sharjah Executive Council to oversee policy interpretation, employee grievances, and other HR-related duties and affairs. The council and HR department will work on forming the committee.

The framework also prioritizes Emirati citizens and children of female citizens for government appointments while maintaining provisions for contractual hires of non-citizens.

What’s being standardized: The reforms standardize HR practices including recruitment, performance evaluation, promotions, and disciplinary procedures. The law also establishes uniform policies for working hours, leave entitlements, and end-of-service benefits across all government entities.

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