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It is one of the programs of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development designed for the employment of job seekers who have not previously entered the labor market or have been unemployed in the private sector. The ministry aims through this program to support private sector establishments with a qualified national workforce, provide incentives for establishments and employees, and empower national talents to enter the job market, gain experience, grow professionally, and acquire skills through training. It also aims to support job stability and sustainability in achieving the goals of the establishment and employees, in accordance with the program's requirements, provisions, and policies, while considering the possibility of updating them based on labor market dynamics and the ministry's directions regarding Saudization plans.

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For Saudi employees to be eligible for the program, the following conditions must be met:

The employment contract must be either indefinite or fixed-term, with a duration of no less than 12 months.
The targeted job position for job seekers must be within the program's specified sectors.
The employee's monthly salary, subject to social insurance contributions, must range between 5,000 - 15,000 Saudi Riyals.
Employees hired under operation and maintenance contracts for government projects are not eligible for the Saudization program.
The employee must have an active account on the E-Services of HRDF/Jedarat platform.

Additional Provisions and Requirements:

Employers must apply for incentives within 90 days of their due date, and failing to do so releases the program from any responsibilities or obligations.
A specific timeline for the recruitment process should be established in collaboration with the program to serve the objectives of these provisions, providing the program with necessary details regarding the requirements.
Facilitate the work of the program team and collaborate with them in preparing plans, obtaining the necessary reports, maintaining effective communication, and achieving the objectives of this agreement.
Prepare all regulatory employment-related requirements (such as contracts, etc.) to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the work.
Develop a training plan as needed for each selected candidate to facilitate their integration, perform their job responsibilities, and further their professional and career development.
The establishment will undergo regular reviews to measure the quality of recruitment and training processes throughout the program.
The Ministry reserves the right to suspend an establishment's access to program incentives in case of non-compliance with the terms and conditions of the program.
Establishments are prohibited from providing false information to the program to gain access to its services, incentives, or benefits. In case of proven deception, the establishment shall bear full legal responsibility.
Data and information exchanged between the program and the establishment, whether verbal or written, shall only be used for their designated purposes.
Arabic is the official language for communication and correspondence.
The registered contact information for the establishment in the electronic systems of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, as well as the addresses provided in writing to program representatives, shall be considered official addresses for formal notifications, including sending and receiving.
The Ministry reserves the right to make changes to the program, including eligibility conditions and incentives, as necessary for the benefit of the labor market and program developments.

Training Support Incentive:

Beneficiary: Eligible establishments for the Localization Program support (employers).
Objective: To enhance the competencies of job seekers to prepare them for their new jobs and responsibilities.
Incentive Mechanism: Identifying the appropriate training needs for each job seeker. The employer provides the training program within the organization or through professional training services. The Localization Program covers the training costs up to a specified limit.

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You can access your profile by browsing the main menu of services, then clicking on 'Profile.' This will provide you with options to manage your account, select settings, and preferences.

The duration of the Tawteen program will be 24 months for individual workers and 36 months for establishments.

The approved entities for providing training must be accredited by the relevant authority in the country (Technical and Vocational Training Corporation for service providers in Saudi Arabia).

The training support incentive is shown in the following table:

Types of training	Definition	Training hours
On the job	Training workers on the procedures and steps for carrying out the tasks assigned to the job and knowledge and information about the facility and the work environment	Completion of a three-month employment period by the employee
Basic training	Training to acquire the basic professional skills necessary to perform the tasks assigned to the job	Up to (60) hours
Skills upgrading training	Training in technical, technical and vocational skills to develop employees’ performance of their tasks and contribute to professional and career advancement	From (61) to (360) hours
Training to develop professional skills and knowledge (refine skills)	Training to provide workers with new professional and technical skills and knowledge to achieve excellence in job performance	From (361) hours or more

· The following table shows the benefits and incentives provided by the program and the specific entitlement mechanism:

Incentives	the description	the support	comments
Sustainability (individuals ) _	Providing a financial reward for individuals committed to continuity	After 13 months have passed, the employee will be rewarded with an amount representing the monthly wage subject to social insurance contributions (basic wage + housing allowance)	• Continuing in the same facility for a period of 13 consecutive months. • Not having received sustainability support in a Tawteen program before. • Submitting a sustainability incentive application for individuals through the same employee. • The application period must not exceed 17 months from the date of entitlement to the incentive.



Transportation (Transportation)	Reducing the financial burden on the employee by covering part of the cost of transportation to and from work on a daily basis	80% of the cost: • Up to 1,100 riyals/month for salaries less than 6,000 riyals, or • Up to 800 riyals / month for salaries between 6,000 - 8,000 riyals	• Provided by vehicle routing application companies • The employee’s salary must be less than 8,000 riyals • Employees with a remote work contract are not entitled to support • The period of the beneficiary’s subscription to social insurance must not exceed 36 months during the previous five years of employment in the program



Childcare Allowance (employee )	Supporting working mothers in covering part of the costs of caring for their children	A maximum of 1,400 Saudi riyals per child and a maximum of two children	• It is paid to the centers approved by the Ministry • The child is less than 6 years old • Female employees with a remote work contract are not eligible for support • Female employees with a wage higher than 8,000 riyals are not eligible for support

The following table shows the benefits and incentives provided by the program and the specific entitlement mechanism:

Type Motivation	Entitlement	the support	comments
Wage support	Facilities support Covering part of the employee’s wages for 24 months	From 30% to 50% of the monthly wage* with a maximum of 3,000 Saudi riyals	Basic support is 30% and reaches 50% if additional support rates are eligible: • 10%: gender of the worker (female) • 10%: person with disabilities • 10%: worker’s employment city
Sustainability ( facilities ) _	Supporting establishments committed to long-term employment	Compensating the establishment’s contribution to social insurance for sustainable employees for 12 months	• Targets employers who maintain 50 or more employees Employed through the program for at least 24 months • The sustainability bonus is disbursed to establishments on a monthly basis for a year
Childcare Allowance _ _ _	Supporting establishments by covering part of the cost of employing mothers	40,000 Saudi Riyals one-time	• The facility must employ at least 10 mothers through... The program • is paid after obtaining a valid license for a child care center within the facility • does not require issuing an independent commercial register for children’s hospitality activity or adding the activity to Establishment register
Relocation _	Supporting geographical mobility for workers to move from residence to work	8,000 Saudi riyals one time	• Paid in the second month of employment • The job must be outside the employee’s area of residence • Employees with a remote work contract are not eligible for support
Remote work	Encouraging remote work by covering the costs of equipping the workplace	8,000 Saudi riyals one time	• The employment contract must be of the type of remote work contracts previously approved The Ministry • It is paid to the employee after the fourth month of employment. • It is disbursed through the facility after submitting the request and attaching a payment receipt proving the transfer of the amount for the employee

The institution is allowed to benefit from each type of training once for each individual employee.

It is required that the total monthly salary registered in social insurance be 5000 Saudi Riyals, which includes the basic salary in addition to the housing allowance.

You can contact your Account Manager in the Tawteen Program, and we are pleased to receive your inquiries and assist you regarding the Tawteen Program through the link.

The relationship between the program and the company is based on a non-binding agreement, and a company can withdraw from the program by communicating with a representative of the Tawteen Program (Account Manager).

Entities and individuals can register for the Saudization Program through the following links:

The Saudization program focuses on the effectiveness, quality, and sustainability of localization within specific targeted sectors. The program's incentives have been designed based on the needs of establishments within these sectors. The Saudization program supports employee training and skill enhancement, in addition to supporting their sustainability. The program's support for employees begins from the first day of registration with social insurance.

The Saudization program targets individuals in the age range from 18 to 60 years old.

The program targets specific jobs in the following sectors:

Jobs with monthly salaries of 5,000 Saudi Riyals or more.
Sustainable jobs with continuous growth.
Jobs that require high-level technical skills.
Jobs with low Saudization rates and high employment potential.

Targeted Sectors and Professions

The program aims to contribute to the employment of Saudi citizens in targeted sectors within the private sector, which are:

Healthcare
Real estate and construction
Transportation and logistics services
Tourism
Industrial
Commercial

The program targets specific types of jobs within these sectors as follows:

Jobs with monthly salaries of 5,000 SAR or more
Sustainable jobs with continuous growth
Jobs requiring high-level technical skills
Jobs with low localization rates and high employability potential

Services

Services provided by the Localization Program:

Communicating with the establishment and explaining the program components, including the incentives and benefits provided by the program and the conditions for participation.
Providing support in finding suitable candidates for the establishment's vacant positions, preparing resumes, and presenting qualified candidates for the establishment to select and conduct interviews.
Offering support to the establishment throughout the program period, including submitting requests, follow-ups, and addressing needs related to the program.
Receiving and addressing inquiries and issues the establishment might face regarding the program.
Ensuring the establishment receives all its entitlements from the program's incentives (wage support, training incentives, sustainability incentives, etc.).

Incentives of the Localization Program

The Localization Program offers several incentives to establishments and employees hired through the program as follows: