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Rin · Joined: 09 Jan 2006 Posts: 173 Location: Doha

Hi, I'm going to be moving to Qatar on the 16th of January to join my parents. I was just wondering how difficult it will be for me to find work. I've got a Degree in Journalism and Political Science and a Diploma in Public Relations. I've applied to the Asian Games and I have taught English for a year in Korea.

I was also just wondering how difficult it will be for me as a 25 year old single blond haired blue eyed Canadian girl? I hear Qatar's supposed to be pretty liberal for the Middle East, but I just want to know what to expect.

veiledsentiments · Joined: 20 Feb 2003 Posts: 17644 Location: USA

There is a lot of discussion of life in Qatar for western women on the board if you check out some of the threads on the first couple of pages.

Finding a job may be more difficult...

VS

Rin · Joined: 09 Jan 2006 Posts: 173 Location: Doha

I didn't really find too much on what it's like to be a western woman in Qatar other than don't live with a guy and don't wear tank tops and shorts (duh).

I'm more interested to know if my gender will effect my employement possibilties.

I read some job stuff on the General Middle Eastern Forum, but unfortunately going to Morocco or Turkey isn't a possibilty.

I intend to get my TESEL when I arrive in Qatar. Other than that are there any other hints you can give me?

And where can I meet other foriegners? Is there a place everyone hangs out? Is there any ultimate frisbee in Qatar?

Gordon · Joined: 28 Jan 2003 Posts: 5309 Location: Japan

College of the North Atlantic hires people with only a bachelor's degree. The salary is high, but then you pay Cdn taxes.

Rin · Joined: 09 Jan 2006 Posts: 173 Location: Doha

Well I'm paying Canadian taxes anyway Very Happy

. My father is working for them as well. I've already applied, but the position doesn't start till September. I'm hoping to find something to tide me over till than.

veiledsentiments · Joined: 20 Feb 2003 Posts: 17644 Location: USA

Search for Qatarchic's postings. She is a young woman living in Qatar and has made lots of posts related to the topic.

VS

QatarChic · Joined: 06 May 2005 Posts: 445 Location: Qatar

I just got back from my Eid break.....hence the delay in writing.

Hi Rin Smile

Its quite tricky finding work thats not related to TEFL as for where people hang out; there are different places- depending on what you like to do. There are various shopping malls, restaurants and so forth. It's not as hip and modern as Dubai but there are single people here. There are various positions volunteering for the ASIAN GAMES, so that should be a good place to start off at.....you have to remember that the city is changing very rapidly, so by the time you come here there may well be other openings elsewhere. As for being female here- I have not experienced anything nor have friends, so you should be fine...........hope this helps Smile

Rin · Joined: 09 Jan 2006 Posts: 173 Location: Doha

Thanks QatarChic. That's good to hear. I can't wait to get there and start exploring.

livinginQatar · Joined: 05 Jul 2004 Posts: 30 Location: Qatar

Dear Rin,

Welcome to Qatar and good luck in your job search!

With your degree, you might be able to find a job at Qtel: www.qtel.com.qa

Rin · Joined: 09 Jan 2006 Posts: 173 Location: Doha

Well it looks like I should be able to find work no problem at CNA. Now if I can just find some young people (and I mean over the age of 10, which seems to be the general age on my parents compound) than I might start really liking it here. Anyone know where to meet people?

QatarChic · Joined: 06 May 2005 Posts: 445 Location: Qatar