Emiratisation Job Description Template: Free, for Skilled Roles
A job description for an Emirati role should show the salary (at least AED 6,000 a month), confirm the role is skilled (professional levels 1 to 5, a qualification above secondary and at least AED 4,000 excluding commission), describe real responsibilities and set out training and progression. The free template below covers each part; copy it into your Nafis listing or careers page.
The template
Copy, then replace the text in brackets.
Job title: [Clear, market-standard title, e.g. Credit Risk Analyst]
Location: [Emirate, office or hybrid]
Open to: UAE nationals
Salary: AED [amount] a month guaranteed, plus [allowances and benefits]
Contract: Full time, MoHRE contract, salary through WPS, pension registration
About the role
[Two or three sentences on why the role exists and who it works with.]
What you will do
- [Responsibility 1, with an outcome]
- [Responsibility 2]
- [Responsibility 3]
- [Responsibility 4]
What you need
- [Qualification: diploma or bachelor's in ...]
- [Skills: 3 to 5, specific]
- [Experience: "none required" for graduate roles]
How you will grow
- [Training or certification paid by us, e.g. ...]
- [Mentor and 90-day plan]
- [First promotion: title and typical timing]
How to apply
[Nafis listing link or careers page] by [date]. We reply to every applicant within [days].
Checks before you post
| Check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Salary at least AED 6,000 | Below it, the role does not count and the hire is outside Nafis support |
| Professional level 1 to 5 | Required for the skilled test |
| Qualification above secondary, attested | Required for the skilled test |
| Salary at least AED 4,000 excluding commission | Required for the skilled test |
| Real duties and a manager | Placements without genuine work can be penalised |
| Salary shown in the listing | Listings with pay attract more and better-matched applicants |
Writing tips that attract Emirati talent
- Lead with the work and the learning, not only the requirements.
- Name the progression: "Analyst to Senior Analyst in about two years, subject to performance".
- Mention paid certifications, rotations and mentoring.
- Use plain English and, where possible, an Arabic version.
- Avoid asking for experience you would not need on day one.
See role-specific skills, certifications and ladders in the Career Library, which you can use to fill the "What you need" and "How you will grow" sections.
Frequently asked questions
01Do I have to show the salary in a job post for UAE nationals?
It is not a published legal requirement, but listings that show pay attract more relevant applicants, and the salary must be at least AED 6,000 a month.
02What makes a role count toward the Emiratisation target?
It must be a skilled role: professional level 1 to 5, a qualification above secondary that is attested, and at least AED 4,000 a month excluding commission, with the employee on a MoHRE contract, WPS salary and pension.
03Can I use this template on Nafis?
Yes. Copy the text into your Nafis vacancy after registering your company as a Nafis partner.
Sources
- Skill levels of jobs in the UAE. UAE Government portal.
- Nafis official platform. Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council.
This page explains UAE Emiratisation rules for general information. It is not legal advice. Rules change, so confirm against the official MoHRE, Nafis or Central Bank source linked above before acting. StrongYes is an independent publication and is not affiliated with MoHRE, Nafis, the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council or any UAE government body. Full disclaimer.