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"Additionally, the centre supervises the implementation of Business Continuity Management
systems, in collaboration with other entities. Its responsibilities include reviewing and processing
requests to activate alternative services within local institutions, as well as developing the
necessary guidelines and plans to use alternative service recruits in accordance with existing
regulations."

According to His Excellency Al Nuaimi, incorporating alternative national service recruits into
business continuity plans will provide these entities with both quantitative and qualitative human
resource support, greatly increasing operational effectiveness and emergency response times.

Brigadier Hamad Khalifa Al Neyadi , Chief of the National Service and Reserve Authority (NSRA),
commended the ADCMC's efforts in utilising alternative national service recruits and raising
awareness among Abu Dhabi's Government entities about the critical role of alternative service in
sustaining business continuity and supporting national development. Al Neyadi also underscored
the importance of collaboration among all stakeholders to strengthen the alternative national
service programme, highlighting how this initiative offers institutions a valuable opportunity to
leverage the talents and exceptional skills of young UAE Nationals to enhance organisational
processes and systems, especially in technical and specialised areas.

The recruits will be strategically assigned to key departments and critical roles within the centre,
including Operations Management, the Alternative Service Department, the Planning and
Infrastructure Resilience Department, the Risk and Threat Assessment Department, and the
Cybersecurity Office. These placements will be completed in alignment with the procedural
guidelines and specific requirements for each role, and will be supplemented with regular training
and drills to assess the effectiveness of the training provided. This move seeks to increase their
sense of accountability and motivation in light of their critical role in disaster, crisis, and emergency
management. By doing so, they will develop valuable skills that enable them to efficiently carry out
essential operations when required.
After completing the training period, they are required to attend an annual refresher course for two
weeks. After the recruit has served for six months, the centre will conduct a comprehensive
assessment in order to track progress, in collaboration with each government entity that hosts
alternative service recruits.
On December 18 and 19, 2024, the ADCMC will also host the Resilience Forum to increase
cooperation on the implementation of the Alternative National Service Program and promote its
role in supporting business continuity. This annual event focuses on business continuity and
alternative national service, uniting industry leaders, decision-makers, government entities,
companies, and other relevant stakeholders to discuss and showcase the latest and best practices
related to the field. The forum will also honour key local entities and partners, ensuring effective
support for this national initiative aimed at bolstering business continuity across the emirate.

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