At KFUPM, we prioritize employee well-being and work-life balance through comprehensive leave options:

• Annual Leave:
  • Saudi Government Employees: 36 days.
  • Saudi Contract Employees: 30 days.
  • Non-Saudi Employees: 45 days.
  • Carry-over allowed up to 3 years.
• Sick Leave:
  • Government Employees: Up to 2 years with decreasing salary.
  • Others: 30 days full pay, 60 days at 75%, last 30 days unpaid.
• Maternity & Childcare Leave:
  • Maternity: 70 days fully paid.
  • Childcare: Up to 3 years at 25% pay.
• Bereavement Leave:
  • 5 days for immediate family.
  • Female mourning: 130 days (Muslim), 15 days (non-Muslim).
• Development Leave:
  • Academic Sabbatical: 1 year every 5 years.
  • Research Leave: 1 year every 5 years.
• Special Leave:
  • Hajj: Up to 15 days once.
  • Marriage: 5 days.
  • Unpaid: Up to 2 years every 5 years.

At King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM), we prioritize our employees' well-being by offering flight tickets to facilitate their travel needs. This benefit underscores our commitment to providing a supportive and enriching work environment.

At King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM), we are deeply committed to fostering a culture of excellence and innovation in education and research. Our promotions system reflects this commitment by providing a clear, structured, and merit-based pathway for career advancement, designed to recognize and reward the exceptional contributions of our faculty and staff.

Through this process, we aim to acknowledge outstanding achievements in teaching, impactful research, and dedicated service to the university and the wider community. Our approach emphasizes fairness, transparency, and alignment with international best practices, ensuring that all promotions are based on measurable performance and the fulfillment of established criteria.

By supporting the professional growth of our team members, we not only empower them to achieve their career aspirations but also enhance the university’s mission to drive progress and innovation in the region. At KFUPM, we believe that investing in our people is fundamental to sustaining an enriching and dynamic academic environment where talent thrives, and excellence is celebrated.

KFUPM recognizes the importance of continuous learning and development for its employees. In line with this commitment, the university offers employee scholarships, providing opportunities for academic advancement and professional growth. These scholarships aim to support employees in enhancing their qualifications, skills, and knowledge, contributing to both individual career progression and the overall academic excellence of the institution. By investing in the education of its workforce, KFUPM reinforces a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence within its academic community.

KFUPM's Faculty and Staff Performance Evaluation is a systematic process designed to assess and enhance the professional contributions of faculty and staff members. This initiative involves regular evaluations based on predetermined criteria, including teaching effectiveness, research output, administrative responsibilities, and other relevant factors. The objective is to provide constructive feedback, identify areas for improvement, and recognize outstanding performance. This evaluation framework supports continuous professional development, aligns individual goals with institutional objectives, and contributes to the overall excellence of KFUPM's academic and administrative teams.

Get ready to unlock your full potential and unleash your career ambitions with our exciting lineup of training programs for the First and Second Quarter! The Talent Management department is thrilled to present a diverse selection of courses designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to excel in your current role and beyond.

At King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM), we are dedicated to empowering our employees through efficient and user-friendly self-service platforms. Our Human Resources Self-Services system enables staff to seamlessly manage various aspects of their employment, including updating personal information, viewing pay and benefits details, requesting leave, and engaging with HR processes. This centralized hub promotes efficiency, transparency, and autonomy, enhancing the overall employee experience and reflecting our commitment to leveraging technology for workforce empowerment.

KFUPM's Payroll and Compensation system is a comprehensive and efficient mechanism designed to manage the financial remuneration and benefits for its faculty and staff. This system ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll, considering various factors such as position, experience, and qualifications. It encompasses a fair and transparent compensation structure, aligning with industry standards and institutional policies. The goal is to provide employees with competitive and equitable compensation packages, including salaries, allowances, and benefits. KFUPM's Payroll and Compensation system plays a vital role in fostering employee satisfaction, motivation, and overall organizational success.