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Like many overseas locations, Bahrain can be a challenging environment for spouses who are seeking employment. It is common for applicants to wait six months or longer to land a job that aligns with their education and/or experience. It is helpful to look for job opportunities before PCSing and soon after you arrive.
Government Positions: Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) and General Schedule (GS) positions are offered with Navy MWR, Child and Youth Programs (CYP) and other on-installation services. Hours range from full-time to flexible part-time with varying employment benefits. Search and apply at www.usajobs.gov.
DoDEA-Europe: On-installation schools offer full and part-time employment as support staff, substitute teachers and administrative employees Find certified teaching positions at: www.dodea.edu/offices/HR. Find local support positions at www.usajobs.gov.
Navy Exchange (NEX): Jobs can be found by visiting www.NavyExchange.jobs and searching for Rota.
Defense Contractors: Job opportunities with contractors are typically advertised via the company’s human resources department. Your installation’s contracting office and FFSC may have information about companies with contracts near you.
Home-Based Businesses: Dependents and DoD personnel may run home-based businesses while stationed in Bahrain. Consult with the Legal Office to ensure you’re following the correct guidelines.
Thinking about pursuing a college degree? There are educational opportunities on the installation and online with universities who partner with the DoD.
Navy College | Banz Warehouse, Bay 6
Phone: +973-1785-9446 |318-439-9446
The Navy College Office (NCO) has a variety of educational services, from coursework and degrees to testing services and GED requirements. Visit www.navycollege.navy.mil for programs.
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) | Bldg. 100, Room 9
Phone: +973-1785-9094 | DSN: 318-439-9094
UMGC offers on site in person, online and hybrid courses for a variety of degree programs. Visit europe.umgc.edu/locations.html for information about your local campus.
Online coursework | www.military.com/education or www.militaryonesource.mil
Many U.S.-based colleges and universities offer online courses and discounts for military-affiliated students.
Volunteering is a wonderful way to get involved in your community, keep your resume current and learn new skills.
· The FFSC is a hub for activities and events around NSA Bahrain and can help refer you to volunteer opportunities.
· Visit NMCRS for volunteer opportunities.
· Child and Youth Programs (CYP) depends on volunteer sports coaches.
· Reach out to organizations across your installation that align with a career field in which you are interested in.
· Find local spouses clubs, interest groups or sports organizations to join.
· Do you enjoy writing? Submit travel, lifestyle or local news stories to contentteam@stripes.com for publication on the StripeEurope.com website.
