Mahbuba's Journey: Exploring Her Education and Career Transformation
In the heart of Singapore, a city-state that has become a beacon of resilience during the global health crisis, the story of Mahbuba, a Bangladeshi national, stands as a testament to the city's support for foreign workers.
Mahbuba, who moved to Singapore in 1994, found her living status affected by the pandemic. Her previous employment at Changi Airport was in a different industry than her current role. However, the pandemic's severe impact on the airline and travel industry led to her job loss.
Facing an uncertain future, Mahbuba approached our Singapore for help. Recognising her potential, our organisation facilitated a significant career change for Mahbuba, transitioning her into a full-time recruiter. This marked a departure from her previous role, as she had no experience in recruitment.
Despite the initial challenges, Mahbuba's career change has proven to be a turning point. Not only has it improved her living status, but it has also allowed her to remain in Singapore long-term. In her new role, Mahbuba is now able to help people in similar situations, offering them the same opportunities she received.
For foreigners in Singapore seeking job assistance during the pandemic, key resources include the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), the Singapore Red Cross, and various work pass and permanent residency pathways.
The MOM provides work passes and permits, offers health protocols, and runs the Onboard Centre to assist work permit holders entering Singapore. The Singapore Red Cross, on the other hand, offers meaningful career opportunities in humanitarian aid. Lastly, foreign workers may be eligible to apply for permanent residency, enabling longer-term job flexibility and access to public services.
In summary, foreign job seekers in Singapore during the pandemic should primarily engage with MOM for work pass applications and health protocols, consider opportunities like those at the Singapore Red Cross for humanitarian jobs, and explore PR pathways for longer-term employment stability and benefits.
Mahbuba's story serves as an inspiration for foreign workers in Singapore, demonstrating the city's commitment to supporting its diverse workforce during challenging times. Born in Bangladesh, Mahbuba's journey in Singapore is a testament to her resilience and the opportunities that the city offers to those who seek them.
- Mahbuba's transformation from an unemployed foreign worker to a full-time recruiter in Singapore underscores thevalue of education-and-self-development and career-development opportunities, as she acquired new skills through skills-training offered by our organisation.
- For foreign workers seeking to enhance their employability in Singapore, exploring learning opportunities in various industries and availing themselves of resources such as the Ministry of Manpower, Singapore Red Cross, and permanent residency pathways can lead topromising career developments, as demonstrated by Mahbuba's experience.
