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8/8/24, 11:52 AM DGHR announces pilot launch of new initiative to reduce summer working hours of some government entities – UAE BARQ
DGHR announces pilot launch of new initiative to reduce

summer working hours of some government entities

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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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