Sharjah Executive Council Approves Comprehensive Care Leave Policy For Employees With Special Needs Children
The Executive Council of Sharjah, led by H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, convened at the Ruler's Office. H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi was also present. The meeting focused on enhancing government department operations and reviewing strategies to improve service quality in Sharjah.
In accordance with directives from His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the council approved changes to Resolution No. (12) of 2021. These amendments relate to the executive regulations of Law No. (6) of 2015 concerning human resources in Sharjah.
A significant update allows female employees who give birth to children needing special care to receive fully paid leave after maternity leave. This policy requires a medical report from an authorised body and provides one year of full pay, extendable annually up to three years with approval.
The council also passed a resolution regarding Law No. (2) of 2021 for military personnel's human resources in Sharjah's regulatory bodies. This regulation includes legal articles on job classification, recruitment, salary structures, allowances, promotions, and other employment benefits.
It further details internal transfers, secondments, training opportunities, educational leave, performance evaluations, job responsibilities and restrictions, end-of-service processes, and associated benefits with relevant annexes and templates.
Community Initiatives
The council reviewed a comprehensive report on district councils' performance and expansion plans across the emirate's cities. They assessed community-focused initiatives aimed at strengthening social cohesion and raising public cultural awareness through these councils' vital roles.
Under the new policy for care leave, if a child's health improves significantly, the leave may be terminated based on medical advice. Employee performance during this period will be evaluated under existing frameworks.
If care leave exceeds three years, the case will be referred to the Higher Committee for Human Resources. The leave is considered part of the employee's total service duration.
This meeting underscores Sharjah's commitment to improving governance and community welfare through strategic planning and policy updates.
With inputs from WAM
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