The Maternity Leave Policy For Contract Employees serves as a crucial document for organizations operating in Saudi Arabia, ensuring compliance with local labor laws while addressing the specific needs of contract employees. This policy becomes necessary when organizations employ contract workers and need to clearly articulate their rights and responsibilities regarding maternity leave. It incorporates recent updates to Saudi Labor Law, including the mandatory 10-week maternity leave period, nursing hours provisions, and anti-discrimination protections. The document provides essential guidance for implementing maternity leave procedures, maintaining benefits during leave periods, and managing the return-to-work process, all within the context of fixed-term employment contracts.

1. Purpose and Scope: Defines the purpose of the policy and specifies which employees it applies to (contract employees)

2. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the policy including 'maternity leave', 'contract employee', 'expected date of delivery', etc.

3. Legal Framework: References to relevant Saudi Labor Law provisions and other applicable regulations

4. Eligibility Criteria: Specifies who qualifies for maternity leave benefits under different contract types

5. Duration of Maternity Leave: Details the standard duration of maternity leave as per Saudi law (10 weeks) and how it's distributed before and after delivery

6. Compensation and Benefits During Leave: Explains salary continuation, benefits maintenance, and any adjustments for contract employees

7. Notification Requirements: Outlines the process for requesting maternity leave and required documentation

8. Return to Work Procedures: Details the process for returning to work and any applicable accommodations

9. Nursing Hours Provision: Explains the right to nursing breaks as per Saudi law and how they are implemented