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DGHR launches init. to reduce Summer Work

Hours for Govt. ents.

August 07, 2024 / 6:28 PM

Sharjah24 - 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

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