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8/7/24, 10:11 AM DGHR partners with MBRF and UNDP to make employees ‘future-ready’, ETHRWorldEMEA

His Excellency Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director General of the DGHR

Department, highlighted the Department’s keenness to reinforce its collaboration with the

Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) and United

Nations Development Programme (UNDP), recognising the significance of coordinated

efforts in attaining its mission to empower human resources with futuristic skills, thus

supporting Dubai’s future visions by fostering innovative talents and creative minds

while propelling sustainable development.

Furthermore, H.E. Al Falasi explained that the collaboration with MBRF and UNDP in

the framework of this strategic initiative facilitates the empowerment of the government

of Dubai’s human resources by offering educational programmes and innovative training

methods that improve their future readiness and the capacity to keep up with rapid

changes in the current working environments.

His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, said: "We are thrilled to expand the

reach of this initiative and reinforce our partnership with DGHR. This move is vital to

enhancing the skills and competencies of Dubai Government employees, elevating their

preparedness to keep up with the ever-changing labour market. We firmly believe in the

significance of empowering individuals and enriching the potential of the youth by

offering exceptional educational and training opportunities in collaboration with major

global organisations. This endeavour aims to strengthen the process of education and

comprehensive development, while expanding avenues of knowledge within the UAE,

thereby consolidating its position as a globally influential hub of knowledge."

Dr Hany Torky, Project Manager of UNDP's Knowledge Project, said: "As a part of this

initiative, UNDP has collaborated with MBRF to further joint efforts in delivering

knowledge and educational materials to all members of the Arab community. Our goal is

to ensure that Dubai Government employees benefit from the exceptional courses offered

through this pioneering initiative. We hope to facilitate ubiquitous access to learning

opportunities and training, empowering them to advance their professional careers,

ultimately contributing to the realisation of a brighter future."

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