8.2 Employment Practice
8.2.1 Employment Practice living Wage
8.2.2 Employment Practice Unions
8.2.3 Employment Policy on Discrimination
8.2.4 Employment Policy on Modern Slavery
8.2.5 Employment Practice Equivalent Rights Outsourcing
8.2.6 Employment Policy on Pay Scale Equity
8.2.7 Track Pay Scale for Gender Equity
8.2.8 Employment Practice Appeal Process
8.2.9 Employment Practice Labor Rights
Employment Policy on Ending Discrimination
Gulf University for Science and Technology maintains a firm commitment to equality, fairness, and inclusivity in the workplace, in alignment with SDG 8.2.3: Employment Policy on Discrimination. The University upholds clear policies that prohibit all forms of discrimination and ensure that every employee is treated with dignity and respect, regardless of religion, gender, sexuality, age, nationality, social status, or disability.
Equal Employment Policy
Under the Equal Employment Policy, GUST recruits, employs, and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their skills, qualifications, and abilities required for the position. The policy explicitly forbids discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, social status, physical or mental disability, or any other factor unrelated to job performance. In addition, when outsourcing activities to third-party organizations, GUST requires all external partners to uphold the same standards of fairness and equality, guaranteeing equivalent rights for all workers involved.
Code of Conduct Policy
Complementing this, the GUST Code of Conduct Policy—first issued on October 2, 2013 and updated on April 12, 2022—reinforces the University’s ethical foundation. Article I, Our Commitment, states that GUST is committed to the highest levels of integrity and honesty in all its affairs, without any form of discrimination, including discrimination against women. This principle extends to every aspect of employment and professional interaction within the institution.
Through these combined policies, GUST demonstrates its continuous effort to eliminate discrimination, promote equal opportunities, and maintain a safe and inclusive working environment for all employees and affiliates. These frameworks ensure that fairness, respect, and merit remain the foundation of employment practices at GUST, directly supporting the goals of SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth.
