Hi,
I'm an Egyptian 37 yrs professional working woman.
I was offered a position in Kuwait as a PA for the MD of an international banking services company.
I have a family of three members and they'll be living with me.
I am reluctant about taking the position.
and i have no idea if the salary is enough for a decent westernized upper middle class way of living.
They have started the negotiations by offering 600 KD + housing.
- Do companies have housing ready for foreign employees or will it be an allowance?
- I hear getting a decent apartment costs around 300 KD and food, dining out and laundry costs about 200 KD...is that accurate?
- I have a 10 year old and an 8 year old kids, how much does it cost for an good English school?
- do landlord specify certain nationalities to rent their apartments? i have seen ads online and i want to make sure i can choose any nice apartment regardless of having to be in an Egyptian neighborhood.
- Is it hard to bring on family members...is it allowed freely?
- Is the offered salary fair?? how much should i negotiate?
I'm sorry for asking so many questions but i really need help here as i have visited many countries but never LIVED outside of Egypt...I'm scared of that new experience :S
I would appreciate your feedback.
Thank you and best regards,