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DGHR announces pilot launch of new initiative to

reduce summer working hours of some

government entities

• Wednesday, August 7, 2024 5:35 PM

• 2 minutes Reading

DUBAI, 7th August, 2024 (WAM) -- The Dubai Government Human Resources Department
(DGHR) announced the pilot launch of its ‘Our Flexible Summer' initiative, which aims to reduce
the working hours of participating government entities during the summer.

The initiative underscores DHGR’s unwavering commitment to fulfilling the requirements of
various government entities, enhancing the performance of employees as well as their quality of
life while nurturing a flexible work environment. It also seamlessly aligns with goals envisioned
under the wise leadership’s ambitious ‘Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033’, which aims to
enhance residents’ wellbeing, positioning Dubai as a global destination for long-term settlement
and work.

15 government entities are participating in the pilot stage of the initiative, with an aim to
enhance workplace flexibility by reducing working time to seven hours and suspending work on
Fridays. The initiative will be implemented from 12th August, 2024, to 30th September, 2024,
seeking to elevate employee wellbeing by enhancing their social life and workplace safety
during the summer period for better work-life balance.

Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director-General of DGHR Department, said, “We are thrilled
to announce that DGHR will be launching the ‘Our Flexible Summer’ initiative, in line with our
long-standing efforts to nurture a flexible work environment that promotes the work-life balance
of government employees, in accordance with best international practices. The launch will also
further our vision to empower human resources by developing smart solutions and innovative
policies to uplift Dubai’s competitiveness. The initiative aims to enhance employees’ quality of
life and promote sustainable use of government resources, positioning Dubai as the ideal city
for a superior lifestyle.”

In preparation for the launch, DGHR conducted a survey to understand the opinions of various
government entities and their willingness to reduce working hours during summer. The initiative
will empower employees to engage in leisure activities after work and reduce energy
consumption within government departments. The proposal garnered exceptional support
through the survey, highlighting an openness to welcoming changes that will promote the work-
life balance and well-being of employees.

DGHR will provide relevant government entities with the requisite resources to pass on
feedback regarding the impact of the initiative on employees and overall productivity. DGHR will
also regularly assess the feedback received to create a final report summarising the initiative’s
outcomes, the department’s recommendations, and its adaptability to various government
entities.

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