Al-Huwail: Re-testing Supervisory Positions in Cooperative Societies

Minister of Social Affairs and Labour Dr. Amtal Al-Huwaili announced the re-administration of the screening test for candidates applying for supervisory positions in cooperative societies, in accordance with clear and transparent regulations that ensure equality and equal opportunity for all applicants. Al-Huwaili stated that the specialized investigation committee had submitted its report and recommendations after reviewing observations and complaints related to the procedures surrounding the test. She explained that the committee recommended re-administering the test due to technical issues that accompanied its conduct, foremost among which was a power outage. She noted that coordination had been established with the Gulf University for Science and Technology to conduct a new test for all applicants. Al-Huwaili added that the new test would be administered under clear and transparent regulations, with questions guaranteed to be linked to the published academic material and the nature of the positions being tested. She further mentioned that the test would be conducted with audio and video monitoring to enhance the integrity of the procedures and ensure equal opportunity among candidates. Al-Huwaili emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to safeguarding the rights of all parties, commending the ongoing cooperation and coordination between the Ministry and the Gulf University for Science and Technology. She indicated that coordination regarding the necessary arrangements and the test date had been finalized, with details to be announced at a later date.