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6/2/25, 11:02 AM ‘Ethraa’ Career Fair wraps up in Dubai with strong Emirati participation - UAE - Emirates24|7
‘Ethraa’ Career Fair wraps up in Dubai with strong

Emirati participation

Published Friday, May 30, 2025 By WAM

The 8th edition of the Ethraa Career Fair concluded in Dubai, recording strong participation from Emirati talents and a wide range of
employers in the financial sector.

Organised by the Emirates Institute of Finance (EIF), in cooperation with the Central Bank of the UAE, the Emirati Talent
Competitiveness Council (Nafis), the Emirati Human Resources Development Council – Dubai, and Al Futtaim Group, the event
brought together more than 60 government entities, banks, insurance firms, exchange houses, and financial institutions operating in the
UAE.

The fair attracted 679 job seekers, offering direct employment opportunities alongside specialised skill development workshops. A
dedicated career guidance booth also witnessed significant engagement from Emirati participants, reflecting strong interest in career

advancement and professional growth.

The event forms part of the Ethraa initiative, which aims to support Emiratisation in the financial, banking, and insurance sectors by
creating over 10,000 job opportunities for UAE nationals by 2027. The initiative also seeks to equip Emiratis with the skills needed to
contribute to the future of key economic sectors and strengthen their role in sustainable national development.

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