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    Company overview

    Industry

    FMCG Manufacturing

    Company size

    51-100

    Primary location

    5.02, Level 5, KPMG Tower, First Avenue, Persiaran Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama Petaling Jaya, Selangor Malaysia
    Vision:Building Malaysia as the most competitive country in global halal industry.Mission:We create opportunities for Malaysia halal ecosystem community.Role:Facilitating the onboarding of industry players onto the Halal economy through training, consultancy, and business matching services.Halal Development Corporation spearheads the development of Malaysia’s integrated and comprehensive halal ecosystem and infrastructure to position Malaysia as the most competitive country leading the global halal industry.Established on 18 September 2006, HDC as it is also known, is the central coordinator that promotes participation and facilitates growth of industry players in the development of Malaysia’s Halal ecosystem. An agency under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI), it is the world’s first Government-backed halal industry development corporation.Synchronising HDC’s role with the Halal Industry Master Plan 2030, HDC is set to raise the bar to drive the industry players to the next growth level; strengthening the Malaysia Halal ecosystem to make it more robust by creating a more business friendly environment for industry players to meet the growing demand.Complemented with a conducive environment and Government-backed policies and initiatives, Malaysia is poised to build a strong and inter-connected halal ecosystem regionally and globally; thus, strengthening its position as the nucleus of the global halal industry.HDC is making inroads to improve its competencies as it moves into new halal frontier, adding other non-food sectors of pharmaceutical, cosmetic and personal care, logistic, hospitality services, medical devices to fulfill the demand of the New Economy.Responsibilities:Provide advisory services on opportunities throughout the halal market and value chain.Formulate strategies and initiatives that support the Country’s socio-economic development agenda.Facilitate participation and growth of halal industry participants.Promote Halal Malaysia brand worldwideCoordinate and report on the performance index of initiatives implementedAdd value on talents development initiativesFacilitate the development of fully halal and shariah-compliant value chain.Facilitate international relations and cooperation towards beneficial returns in terms of investment, trade and information – expertise – technology sharing.Facilitate the management of halal industry-related initiatives and issues.

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    What’s it like working at Halal Development Corporation?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees at Halal Development Corporation appreciate the work-life balance and flexibility offered, as well as the good medical benefits and leave entitlements on par with other companies. They have opportunities to learn about halal matters beyond just food, as well as business, entrepreneurship, and international industries. The work environment is generally positive, with talented and supportive colleagues. As a pioneer in the halal industry, the company involves working with giant industries and companies.

    However, some potential challenges include slow career growth and fewer chances for internal talent to progress. There appears to be some resistance to change from long-serving employees as the company implements a new management culture. Office politics can be magnified, with different camps and cliques present. Employees may also face high workloads involving multitasking and ad-hoc tasks. Additionally, the company's location in the middle of the city can lead to crowded areas and limited parking.

    Recent reviews

    5.0
    Head of CEO Office
    Jun 2023
    Petaling Jaya Selangor3 to 4 years in the role, current employee
    The job requires very deep thought process
    The good thingsFlexi and Industry Reform
    The challengesManaging Stakeholder Expectation
    3.0
    Executive
    Sep 2021
    Petaling Jaya Selangor3 to 4 years in the role
    Weak for increment even though you performed well
    The good thingswork-life balance and has medical benefits. good for anyone who looking for a moderate pressure working environment. cool colleagues.
    The challengesSlow career growth movement. Weak on-increment mechanism because your performance is unlikely to be considered even though performance grading is sent yearly. fewer chances for internal talent to grow.
    4.0
    Executive
    Jul 2021
    Petaling Jaya Selangor3 to 4 years in the role, current employee
    No career progress for executive level, advantages for older staff
    The good thingsGood environment, surrounded by talented co-workers
    The challengesLack of manpower hence, lack of productivity
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