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8.2.8
SDG 8.2.8: Employment practice appeal process
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SDG8.2.8: Grievance procedures for employment practices
Official HR Policy Hub
The General Department of HR maintains the official documents and regulations regarding the complaints, appeals, and grievance policy for both faculty and staff.
Staff Ethics Policy Release
The University Staff Ethics Policy, which is enforced by the HR department and governs conduct and disputes, is available under the College of Engineering's documents repository.
Mechanism for submission, investigation, decision and internal appeal
Complaints require an official written request to the General Directorate of Human Resources, along with proof of the case, in order to register it and refer it to the competent authority. An impartial committee will investigate the complaint and must report the results within 30 working days. If the employee is not satisfied with the decision, he/she has the right to submit a final internal appeal to the University President's Office within 30 days from the date of notification of the outcome.
Employment Practice Appeal Process as a Pay Equity Guarantee
As a prominent public institution, Qassim University ensures the integrity of its compensation structure through a formalized Employment Practice Appeal Process crucial for tracking pay scale gender equity. This system allows any employee to formally challenge an administrative decision regarding their rights or compensation, escalating unresolved internal disputes to the external Labour Court for mandatory judicial review. This judicial oversight provides a robust legal guarantee that the university’s pay practices adhere to the principle of fairness and non-discrimination for all staff, regardless of gender.