Glowork Annual Book by Glowork Glowork

Introduction

Success is a word that can only be said once clear objectives, goals and targets have been achieved. Within the space of one year, a fantasy that turned into a dream that in turn became a reality, Glowork has set the standards when it comes to women recruitment, creating opportunities and establishing best practices. Though we faced challenges from various channels, we managed to successfully create a movement of #women2work which has now opened the door for thousands in the market to chase after their dreams. The highlight of Glowork’s year must be when we won the International Labor Organization, World Bank and UN Award for best worldwide in creating jobs for the youth.A fantastic achievement for all the saudi community. I must say, who would have thought that all the lingerie shops will be feminized and even so, how was it done this quick? Cosmetic, jewelry and Abaya stores are the next in the pipeline, and we are blessed in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to have the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz as our father, and His Excellency Adel Fakieh as the Minister of Labor. Their beliefs in women empowerment only spurred us on to achieve and strive for more. I must also say, our success wouldn’t have gone this far without the support of the Saudi people themselves. Both men and women believed in our project and each and everyone of them acted as our ambassadors and this is what makes Glowork in my opinion the most sustainable venture the Middle East has seen till date. I leave you with a selection of our accomplishments throughout the year, and all I can say is the future is PINK. Khalid W Alkhudair Glowork Founder

Statistics Achievement

Statistics

No. of job seekers

10230

No. of vacancies

2320

No. of employers registered

159

No. of website visitors since inception

1.23 Million independent visitors

Average time spent on website

5 minutes

No. of blackberry contacts

900 Contact

No. of Twitter followers

2700

No. of Facebook followers

10.000

No. of LinkedIn followers

1150

Events First Female Career Forum Glowork was proud to participate in the first female career forum that was held at the Intercontinental Hotel in Riyadh. Glowork helped facilitate the job seekers and educate them on how to use our website through innovative technology such as Ipads and hand held devices. Glowork also was named as recruitment partner of the event.

Social Media Forum Our soft launch took place at the social media forum held in Riyadh. Due to the fact our main concentration was through online and digital marketing, our first ever participation in any event was at the Social Media Forum which was under patronage of His Excellency the Minister of Culture and Information, Dr. Abdulaziz Khoja.

Women in Leadership Forum Glowork were the proud strategic sponsors for the women in leadership summit under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Adela bint Abdullah. The forum was attended by female leaders and business women from across the region. We even had a great visit from Her Highness Princess Ameera AlTaweel, the Vice Chairman of AlWaleed Foundation, who stopped by our booth and took a picture with us visit.

Tawteen Expo Glowork participated in early January at Tawteen expo which targeted companies in nationalizing their workforce. We were named the “Women Empowerment” Partners of the event in which over 5,000 attendees were present. Glowork’s booth was visited by Unicef head of Saudi Arabia in which he commented by saying “we need more initiative like yours in the Arab world”

Events

Best in Education Glowork proudly picked up the award for Best Educational Project at the Arab Investment Summit held in Abu Dhabi last July. The award presented by the Sheikh of Ajman was recognized by a number of senior officials, business leaders, and foreign delegates in which we were the only Saudi representation at the summit.

Liqaat Liqaat a summit that brought together job seekers and employers under the patronage and sponsorship of the Minstry of Labor and HRDF allowed Glowork to be one of the “Recruitment Patners” of the event, and help in attracting both the companies interested in hiring women and job seekers that are seeking opportunities

International Labor Organization, UN and World Bank Award

Glowork won the best initiative globally by the ILO, UN and World Bank through the youth employment network in creating job opportunities for women. We won the prize after competing with 38 other countries as we represented Saudi Arabia and were scored by the judges a remarkable 25/25 in our submission and we received more than 200 votes. This award is one of the most prestigious award throughout the world and a very respected accomplishment

CBA Career Day Glowork participated at the 7th Career Day at the College of Business Administration (CBA) – Jeddah. Glowork’s Co-Founder, Jamal Al Mansour had the opportunity to take a snap photo with Dr. Abdullah Aldahlan, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees.

Events

Google Saudi Arabia event

Glowork was proud to participate in G | Saudi Arabia 2.0 an event by Google that was held during the last week of March. Mr. Khalid AlKhudair the founder of Glowork spoke alongside Susan Pointer, Google’s VP of Public Policy about empowering women and women in technology.

World Economic Forum Glowork was recognized at the World Economic Forum in Jordan Dead Sea with Queen Rania. Founder of Glowork Mr. Khalid Alkhudair represented Saudi Arabia at the World Economic Forum as a young global shaper and spoke about Job creation in the Arab world alongside her Majesty Queen Rania of Jordan.

TOMOUH- MAWHEBA -HERFA Event by Riyadh Municipality Glowork participated in «Talent, Ambition, Idea» hosted by Riyadh›s Amana under the patronage of His Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Ayaaf, the Mayor of Riyadh, and we were honored by His Highness for our efforts throughout the conference which was a great honor

Career Excellence Women’s Symposium Glowork participated in the career excellence women symposium that was held in khobar.Glowork partner Muna Abu Sulayman opened the ceremony with a small talk on women in leadership.

King Abdulaziz Career day Glowork was named the recruitment partner at the King Abdulaziz university career fair. It was a great experience for us to introduce Glowork for all those at the university and in the city of Jeddah.

Events Princess Nora University & Effat University Glowork continued to participate in almost all the universities career fairs, such as Princess Nora University, and Effat University. Our participation was mainly to educate attendees on how to use our website and create brand awareness.

Entrepreneur of the week!

Our Founder, Khalid Alkhudair picked up the award of Entrepreneur of the week from E-Commerce think tank Wamda. The award recognizes individuals that have inspired and created a venture that has a long lasting effect.

Fashion Arabia event Once again Glowork was named as “Women Empowerment Partner” at the largest event for beauty in fashion throughout the Kingdom. Over 10,000 females attended the event in Riyadh.

Global Donors Forum in Malaysia Glowork founder, Khalid Alkhudair was invited to showcase Glowork’s initiative at the Global Donors Forum that was held in Malaysia, infront of a large audience that included UN Secretary General Ban-Ki Mon and the Malaysian Prime Minister. Glowork was one of the projects at the event that was named a global trend setter

(with Princess Sarah AlFaisal from Jordan)

(With the first British Muslim Minister and MP, Shahid Malik)

Events ArabNet Forum Glowork was a proud participant at the Arabnet forum that was held in Beirut, Lebanon. Glowork’s Digital Advisor, Abdullah Alghadouni represented the colour pink at the event which brought us extreme brand and good will exposure

SABIC Roundtable Event Glowork Founder and Young Global Shaper at the World Economic Forum, Khalid Alkhudair spoke on a panel that included His Excellency, Dr Adel Fakieh, the Minister of Labor, Dr. Hamad Al Shaikh, the Deputy Minster of Education and Mr. Mohammad Al Madi, the CEO of SABIC. The panel discussed the blueprints for creating job opportunities throughout the Arab world

Initiatives Virtual Office – Working from Home Solution Glowork came up with a break through in innovation early this year, when the virtual office solution was launched. A great and convenient solution for SME’s who cannot afford extra rent space due to the segregation law when it comes to hiring women. An active monitoring system is put in place and training commences for both employee and employer on how best practice working from home solutions is adapted. Glowork even came up with a cost benefit calculator to calculate the savings the company will adhere if hiring from home. This solution will result in creating thousands of opportunities for women across the country, especially in rural areas, and will also eliminate any discrimination risks for married women.

Women Campaign International Glowork Founder was named the Country Officer for Women Campaign International “ALWANE” in Saudi Arabia. Khalid’s role is to establish a committee of mentors and mentees from both genders and set the agenda in empowering women. Two meetings are conducted monthly in Riyadh and then a meeting at a regional city to discuss accomplishments with other members of the committee.

Launch of Blackberry Service Glowork launched a very convenient tool for employers and employees to get in tune of all the latest women empowerment initiatives through a unique blackberry service free of charge. Everyone has access to add Glowork’s BB pin and would be kept in the loop of all the latest opportunities and events across the Kingdom

Initiatives Lose weight â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Empower Women Glowork Founders came up with an initiative during April where they committed to losing weight and raising funds for the fun cause in which all proceeds went to women empowerment initiatives such as women scholarships and workshops

Initiatives Women Appreciation Month by Femi9

Glowork partnered with FEMI9 in launching WAM “Women Appreciation Month” which focused on Women at work. The month of April was full of activities dedicated to women, and Glowork committed to creating 400 opportunities throughout the month of May and educate 200 women on soft skills before entering the workforce. The colour orange and pink was the highlight of the month of May where even famous singer Asala Nasri wore the WAM scarf!

Services

Full Recruitment Service Service

Jr. position

Sr. position

No. of Jr.

No. of Sr.

Cost for Jr.

Cost for Sr.

Total Cost

Filtering

$28

$50

Screening

$20

$30

Interviewing

$100

$150

Total Selecting

$150

$400

Induction

$100

$300

Mentoring

$140

$300

Total Full Recruitment Module Total Cost

Glowork launched a full recruitment service offering for all companies in which we took care of all Filtering, screening, interviewing, selection, induction and mentoring for a very limited amount per individual. With that being said, an effective calculator was created in which conveniently employers can calculate their cost and we even offered a free replacement if candidate did not pass three months probation period.

Campaigns

Here is a sample of creative work that has made us stand out in the very short time we have been around!

Campaigns

Agreements Mawada Glowork signed an agreement with Mawada Organization to provide employment opportunities for divorced women in the private sector. Glowork also provided Mawada candidates with several free workshops conducted by Co-Founder Jamal Al Mansour on how to write your CV and soft skills for entering the job market.

Council of Saudi Chambers Glowork signed an agreement with the Council of Saudi Chambers to assist in opening new female sectors and help empower women through joint initiatives and activities. The Council provided Glowork with free utilization and access to the meeting rooms in which several workshops for women were conducted. Since the agreement has been signed over 350 vacancies have been created.

Agreements Fatima German Vocational Training Glowork announced an agreement with the “Fatima” project - Female Apprenticeship Training. The aim is to bring and develop vocational education and skills for women from Germany to Saudi. Glowork and Fatima will be conducting joint workshops which have accredited certifications from Germany and will be purely for women. Glowork founders met with German delegation from “Fatima” female apprenticeship training to enhance the vocational and higher educational programs in the Kingdom.

Women’s Skills Bureau Glowork was pleased to announce a partnership agreement with the Womens Skills Bureau, to assist in providing jobs for expatriate women and help in passing knowledge to locals.

Agreement to create opportunities for women in Tourism

Glowork signed an agreement with Shaikh Abdolmohsin Al Hokair that helps set up training centers specifically for women that are planning to enter the tourism industry and the food and beverage market. Al Hokair who set up earlier this year over 100 training centers for women will take care of the training and Glowork in itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s part will assist these females in finding the right opportunity for them.

Workshops Glowork has conducted over 25 workshops during the past year in which over 400 attendees have been present. Workshops in the field of digital marketing, communications, HR, branding were conducted by professionals in their fields for purely women in the City of Riyadh. Our aim is to expand these workshops for cities across the country.

Glowork in the Media Glowork has been featured over 10 times on the front covers of Saudi newspapers during the past year and also we have extended our reach to be included in Reuters, Wall Street Journal and the Financial Times.

Glowork in the Media

Glowork Founder Khalid Alkhudair was ranked #3 in Gulf Business Magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

30 under 30 most inspirational youths throughout the region. He ranks in the top

three besides Abdulrahman Tarabzouni

of Google and Her Highness Princess Ameera Al Taweel

Glowork in the Media Local Press Coverage

International Press Coverage

Glowork in the Media

Testimonials

Name: Majid Khalid Al-Muzairi ad Picture (If possible)

Position: Director of HR Centers of Excellence Company: BAE Systems Saudi Arabia

During the time we dealt with Glowork for the past four months, they have provided our busi-

ness with excellent support in the areas of Recruiting Saudi Females with aim to bring em-

powerment to ladies and increase diversity in the Saudi workforce.

Their work has been a major factor in providing

the business with one of the best leading E-portal career gateway for females.

I can confidently recommend Glowork as a solid and reliable service provider and experts in their field.

Testimonials Glowork employees are courteous, efficient and reactive in their services, and their management is receptive to customer feedback.

This makes for good customer service. Ms. Inji Grizi

Local Human Resources

Name: Farouq Al-Hourani

Position: HR Manager

Company: Juffali Industrial Products Company

This is to express our great appreciation and gratitude for the valued cooperation

exerted by Glowork. It has been an easy and flexible task to get access to Glowork website for conducting the necessary search through different levels of qualifications

and expertise that satisfy various Human Resources requirements of your organiza-

tion. Glowork has provided distinguished professional service of presenting respective Curriculum Vitaes (CVs) consistent with every detail of our recruitment needs.

With our first experience with Glowork, no doubt our impression is that Glowork has

proved to be the appropriate and reliable organization for sourcing professional female labour.

“Saudi women are the next big thing in the Kingdom. In a time where a lot of attention

and flexible opportunities available for Saudi women, it’s important to educate our ladies about what, how and when to seize it. Glowork is a great guide for that” Rajaa M. AlShareef - Microsoft

“Glowork Workshops have helped me sharpen my existing skills and techniques, as well as expand my skillset into new areas. It’s an outstanding resource, I’ve broaden my knowledge to more than just what I majored in & got a great opportunity to network & share knowledge , thanks Glowork

Hala Al Hejin - Microsoft

Testimonials

Looking for the best way to spend time on a Thursday, then Glowork Workshops are

the next best thing! These Workshops provide valuable information from some of the best well-known instructors each in its own industry that have years of experience and love what they do. It’s great to be able to learn from the masters and be able

to apply their knowledge to my own work – not to mention the great opportunity to network with different people, thank you Glowork.

Salma Bader – Microsoft

Name: Nawaf S. Abalkhail

Position: General Manager

Company: Forsan Foods & Consumer Products Co. Ltd.

''I've worked with GLOWORK recently. Their crew was instrumental in helping me put together very attractive and complete proposals.

'' What I like about GLOWORK is the ability to get in touch with them with a regular follow-up. They offer great ideas in female recruitment. I wouldn't hesitate recommending their services to anyone who is looking to fill the vacancies with female candidates in their firm. ''

Testimonials

Name: Ehtesham Hanif/Naif Alzahrani Position: Recruiter/HR Team leader Company: Aramex

''Glowork has provided us with excellent service. Staff is always helpful and informa-

tive. They listened to my requirements and provided excellent candidates for our Contact Center. Through Glowork we were able to recruit Madhawi Habshan, a confident and active agent.''

Name: Nouf Al Hassan

Position: Home Based Marketing Officer Company: Orange Identity

'' I would like to thank Glowork for their amazing service and prestige way of treatment for me as a job seeker. I finally found a job that suits my preference and I can work from home! ''

Testimonials '' I have tried searching for a job in many recruiting websites, havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t received such a quick response from companies I applied for like in Glowork.

I got really good job offers through them and I have recommended all my family and friends who are looking for jobs to join it.''

Farah Alam - Jobseeker

Name: Madhawi Habshan

Position: Call Center Agent Company : Aramex

First of all, I am very happy about my experience with Glowork. I am a graduate of 2008, and since then, I kept searching for a job. All came out in vain, and

literary my shoes wore out, while walking around looking for a job; at banks, companies and firms. A copy of my Resume File was handed over to each and

every one of them. I swear to God almighty that Glowork is the best site I ever

applied through. I got a job almost instantly. Not only that I wasted no time, but also, the job I got is decent and challenging indeed.

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