Enhancing the Labor Market and...

Article 22 of the Saudi Labor System is a pivotal provision focusing on the development and enhancement of the job market in Saudi Arabia. In this context, the Ministry has established employment units aimed at facilitating the recruitment process for individuals and businesses, thereby bolstering the economic and social stability of society.

The text of Article 22 of the Saudi Labor System states:

The Ministry shall provide employment units free of charge in suitable places for employers and workers, which shall do the following:

Assist workers in obtaining suitable jobs and assist employers in finding suitable workers.

Collect necessary information about the labor market and its development and analyze it; to be accessible to various public and private entities concerned with economic and social planning.

Perform the following duties:

3.1 Register job seekers.

3.2 Obtain data on vacancies from employers.

3.3 Refer worker applications to suitable vacancies.

3.4 Provide advice and assistance to job seekers concerning vocational qualification and training, or retraining necessary to obtain vacancies.

3.5 Other matters decided by the Ministry.

Article 22 reflects the Saudi government's vision of supporting economic stability and social development by enhancing the job market. The effective role of employment units in realizing this vision is evident through facilitating communication between workers and employers and providing comprehensive support to ensure effective and sustainable employment.