Sustainable AASTMT

2022-2023

Tracking gender pay equity at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 8 (SDG 8), which focuses on promoting sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all. Egypt's Vision 2030, as outlined in its Sustainable Development Strategy, emphasizes the importance of providing high-quality education and training without discrimination, aiming to empower citizens and promote diversity. AASTMT's commitment to gender equality, as per Egypt's national constitution, reflects SDG 8's goal of achieving equal representation and opportunities for women in all sectors, including education and employment. Furthermore, the university's dedication to tracking gender pay equity and ensuring non-discrimination aligns with SDG 8's emphasis on promoting decent work, equal pay for equal work, and a fair and inclusive workplace for all, contributing to sustainable economies and societal well-being as advocated by the United Nations.

Tracking Gender Pay equity in Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport

Procedures for tracking gender pay equity at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT):

Data Collection and Analysis: The organization collects relevant data on salaries and compensation for all employees, organizing this data by job roles, levels, and gender. Ensuring the accuracy and completeness of this data is a primary focus.

Job Evaluation and Classification: Jobs within the organization are evaluated and classified based on factors such as skill, responsibility, and complexity, with a clear emphasis on avoiding gender bias. A standardized job evaluation system is in place to ensure that compensation is based on job requirements.

Pay Gap Analysis: A comprehensive analysis of the data is conducted to identify any gender pay gaps. This analysis compares the average or median salaries of male and female employees in similar roles and at similar levels. The organization scrutinizes not only the overall pay gap but also gaps within specific job categories or levels.

Identifying and Addressing Disparities: Upon identifying pay gaps, the organization initiates investigations to determine their underlying causes. Disparities are often found to result from factors such as unequal starting salaries, promotion rates, or bonus structures. Actions are taken to rectify these disparities, including salary adjustments, the introduction of transparent salary scales, or revisions to promotion and bonus policies.

Regular Monitoring and Reporting: Gender pay equity is viewed as an ongoing process. The organization has established a system for regular monitoring and reporting on pay equity, continually reviewing and updating compensation practices as needed to ensure ongoing equity.

Communication and Transparency: The organization actively communicates its commitment to gender pay equity to employees and stakeholders. Transparent communication regarding the actions being taken to address pay disparities fosters trust and accountability.

Legal Compliance: The organization ensures compliance with all relevant labor laws, regulations, and reporting requirements related to gender pay equity in its jurisdiction.

Training and Awareness: Training and awareness programs are conducted to educate employees and management about the importance of gender pay equity and how biases could affect compensation decisions.

These procedures represent the steps that AASTMT currently takes to track and address gender pay equity within the organization. Please note that specific details and processes may evolve based on the institution's ongoing practices and policies.

The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport also believes in what came in the statements of the UN, that providing women and girls has equal access to education, health care, decent work. They fuel sustainable economies and benefit societies and humanity at large.

Since the foundation of Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport, there has been an attention given to the gender equality of staff.

The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport is committed to track the number of females among staff and ensure that females have no discrimination and that there is an equality in payment in AASTMT across all departments.

Maintaining equity in all aspects of the staff experience is of huge importance at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport. This is perhaps truer of salaries than any other aspect. Salaries are governed at AASTMT by a transparent and public scale that does not discriminate based on race, nationality, gender or any other factor. This is outlined in university publications such as the executive regulations of the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport employees and followed through when the recruitment office under the Office of the President prepares and sends out job offers.

The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport is an equal-opportunity institute that strongly prohibits all forms of discrimination based on gender, race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, or disability.

The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport is committed to the state Constitution regarding the place of women, motherhood and childhood. (Article 11, Page 13). According to the national constitution Article 11: The place of women, motherhood and childhood (https://www.constituteproject.org/constitution/Egypt_2014.pdf ). It states that

• “the state commits to achieving equality between women and men in all civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution.

• Equality regardless of gender The state commits to taking the necessary measures to ensure appropriate representation of women in the houses of parliament, in the manner specified by law 2.

• It grants women the right to hold public posts and high management posts in the state, and to appointment in judicial bodies and entities without discrimination. First chamber representation quotas and Second chamber representation quotas

• The state commits to the protection of women against all forms of violence, and ensures women empowerment to reconcile the duties of a woman toward her family and her work requirements.

• The state ensures care and protection and care for motherhood and childhood, and for breadwinning, and elderly women, and women most in need”

AASTMT Pay Scale Equity Employment Policy

The Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) held a workshop in Alexandria to outline its approach to monitoring gender pay equity and its significance in relation to sustainable development goals.

On May 1, 2023, the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) organized a workshop focused on the Arab sea ports sector, emphasizing the sector’s role in sustainable economic development and fair employment practices. The workshop contributed to Sustainable Development Goal 8 (SDG 8) by addressing ways to promote decent work, equitable opportunities, and productive employment in maritime industries, which are vital to the region's economic growth. Participants discussed practices for ensuring fair labor standards, with a specific focus on addressing pay equity challenges in port operations. By bringing together industry leaders and stakeholders, the workshop fostered a shared commitment to building an inclusive work environment within the Arab sea ports sector that is grounded in the principles of fair compensation and equal opportunities.

A significant aspect of the workshop was AASTMT’s outline of its approach to monitoring gender pay equity and its importance for sustainable development. Highlighting SDG 8’s emphasis on decent work and equal pay, AASTMT underscored the need for systematic tracking of pay structures to identify and eliminate gender pay gaps within the sector. By implementing policies that promote transparency and fair compensation, the institution aims to reduce workplace inequalities and support gender equity across maritime professions. This focus on monitoring and addressing pay equity reinforces the broader goals of SDG 8, supporting a more inclusive and resilient workforce while advancing sustainable economic growth in the region.

Read more about the workshop on AASTMT website

Scientific Forum at the College of Mass and Communication discusses Pay Scale Gender Equity

The scientific forum organized by the College of Mass and Communication at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) on December 11 and 12, 2022, made a significant impact in advancing discussions around gender pay equity. Bringing together students, faculty, researchers, and professionals, the forum served as a platform for examining the root causes and consequences of gender-based pay disparities within various sectors. Through workshops, panel discussions, and research presentations, participants explored best practices, data analytics, and policy recommendations aimed at achieving pay equity within academic and professional environments. This open exchange of ideas allowed for a deeper understanding of how systematic inequality affects career advancement and economic stability, particularly for women.

In addition, the forum provided actionable insights specifically applicable to AASTMT. By assessing the current gender pay gap data and benchmarking it against best practices, the college took a proactive step toward establishing equitable compensation practices within the academy. Discussions highlighted the importance of transparency in pay structures, fair recruitment and promotion policies, and fostering an inclusive workplace culture where gender equality is prioritized. This forum not only catalyzed awareness but also laid the groundwork for future initiatives aimed at closing the gender pay gap within AASTMT, reflecting its commitment to gender equality as part of its broader institutional values.

Read more about the workshop on AASTMT website

2021-2022

Tracking gender pay equity at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 8 (SDG 8), which focuses on promoting sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all. Egypt's Vision 2030, as outlined in its Sustainable Development Strategy, emphasizes the importance of providing high-quality education and training without discrimination, aiming to empower citizens and promote diversity. AASTMT's commitment to gender equality, as per Egypt's national constitution, reflects SDG 8's goal of achieving equal representation and opportunities for women in all sectors, including education and employment. Furthermore, the university's dedication to tracking gender pay equity and ensuring non-discrimination aligns with SDG 8's emphasis on promoting decent work, equal pay for equal work, and a fair and inclusive workplace for all, contributing to sustainable economies and societal well-being as advocated by the United Nations.

Tracking Gender Pay equity in Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport

Sustainable Development Strategy (Egypt’s Vision 2030) entails a strategic vision, which is to provide a high quality education and training system for all, without discrimination. With this vision, students and trainees are provided with the necessary skills to help them think creatively and empower them technically and technologically; and contribute to the development of proud, creative, responsible and competitive citizens who accept diversity and differences, are proud of their country’s history, and are eager to build its future and can complete with regional and international entities. Read more...

The Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) conducted a workshop in Alexandria to explain the institution's approach to tracking gender pay equity and its relevance to sustainable development goals

On the 11^th of April 2022, the HR department at the AASTMT organized a workshop in Alexandria branch to its faculty and staff. The workshop organized by AASTMT's HR department in its Alexandria branch held paramount importance as it directly aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 8 (SDG 8), which underscores the significance of sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all. By educating its workers and staff on gender pay equity and its commitment to tracking and rectifying pay disparities, AASTMT not only promoted fairness within its workforce but also contributed to a more equitable and inclusive society. Achieving gender pay equity was a critical component of SDG 8, as it ensured that all employees, irrespective of gender, had equal access to opportunities and fair compensation, ultimately fostering a harmonious work environment and supporting the broader goal of sustainable economic growth and decent work for every individual. Read more...