{"id":315096,"date":"2024-01-11T10:08:16","date_gmt":"2024-01-11T14:08:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/?p=315096"},"modified":"2024-01-11T10:08:16","modified_gmt":"2024-01-11T14:08:16","slug":"a-closer-look-at-vanguard-menas-gulf-career-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/homepage\/a-closer-look-at-vanguard-menas-gulf-career-program\/","title":{"rendered":"A closer look at Vanguard MENA\u2019s \u2018Gulf Career Program\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"

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A private equity firm based in the Middle East, Vanguard MENA, has dispelled rumors of their Gulf Career Program being a scam. DNO reached out to the organization inquiring further into its offering amidst a sea of apparently fraudulent opportunities labelled as \u201cGulf Career\u201d programs. In response, Public Relations official Mr. Mohamed Zaid identified the company as \u201ca reputable platform solely dedicated to fostering career development and providing comprehensive training opportunities for individuals looking to work and live in the Gulf Region.\u201d<\/p>\n

When asked about consumer complaints that had been circulating online, Mr Zaid further stated that \u201cthe Gulf Career Program distinguishes itself from numerous recruitment scams in the region by steering clear of any promise of guaranteed employment at a specific company. Unlike fraudulent practices, we never ask job seekers to pay for interviews. Instead, our program fees grant access to a wide range of valuable resources.\u201d<\/p>\n

Emphasizing the transparency of the program, he distanced the Vanguard MENA program from companies that were named in an online forum and had allegedly defrauded several complainants.<\/p>\n

Three of the\u00a0 allegedly fraudulent companies listed are:<\/p>\n

1. Gulfcareers.in
\n2. Naukrifastforward
\n3. Dubaijobs.net<\/p>\n

Regarding the required fees, Zaid encouraged prospective applicants to further look into the benefits listed on the first page of the\u00a0website<\/a>, and clarified that the purpose of payment is to provide \u201c\u2026access to our comprehensive training platform, inclusive of training materials, cultural integration programs, seminars, networking events, and various program-related activities.\u201d<\/p>\n

Additionally, he stressed that the fees which are required, are not a guarantee of placement or job securement, but an \u201cinvestment [which] ensures that participants receive a holistic and well-supported learning experience.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Program, which follows the Global Labor Market Conference 2023 held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, focuses on the economies of Saudi Arabia and the UAE and is reported to be aligned with Saudi Arabia\u2019s Vision 2030 and the UAE Economic Vision 2030.<\/p>\n

According to Vanguard MENA, the target is to secure 100,000 participants within the global reach of 56 countries, ensuring that the program\u2019s aim of attracting talent to the Gulf region will span territories in North and South America, Europe, Asia, and The Caribbean. Another reported goal of the program is to stimulate international career development.<\/p>\n

A press release disseminated by the organization states that the launch is set to unfold in stages, with the Caribbean taking the lead in open registration up to February 15, 2024, followed by scheduled local interviews and career seminars being conducted from March 12, 2024.<\/p>\n

More information may be found on the organization\u2019s website here:<\/p>\n

www.gulfcareerprogram.com<\/a><\/p>\n

For due diligence, see consumer complaints at:<\/p>\n

www.complaintsboard.com\/gulfcareersrecruitmentscam<\/p>\n

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