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focuses on enhancing the capabilities of government professionals through advanced behavioural competency
assessments, ensuring that government entities are prepared to meet future demands. The initiative is closely

aligned with the strategic vision of our wise leadership, prioritising investment in human capital, attracting top
national talent, and promoting qualitative Emiratisation to build an innovative government equipped to

overcome challenges through an efficient work system."
H.E. added: “At DGHR, we take great pride in the achievements of our graduates, who are essential partners in
developing a dynamic and innovative government work environment. They embody the highest standards of

professional excellence, demonstrating the ability to make meaningful impact through scientifically validated
assessment tools and internationally recognised benchmarks. Their contributions play a significant role in

fostering a culture of institutional excellence across all areas of government.”
Mohamed Farid, Managing Director of SHL Middle East, said: “We are honoured to enter into a strategic
collaboration with the Dubai Government Human Resources Department on this pioneering initiative, which

underscores our shared commitment to strengthening government capabilities and promoting data-driven
institutional development. Throughout the program, we witnessed a strong enthusiasm from participants to
adopt advanced assessment technologies and international best practices, which will result in the continued

progress of Dubai Government's transformation efforts.”
“This collaboration reflects our vision as a global leader in talent analytics, where building a smart and

innovative government begins with unlocking and harnessing human potential. In line with this vision, we
reaffirm our strong commitment to supporting Dubai Economic Agenda D33 by providing government entities
with the knowledge, tools, and technologies essential for identifying, developing, and retaining the talent that

will drive the economy of the future. We look forward to expanding this partnership through more advanced,
results-oriented training programs that will further strengthen Dubai’s position as a global leader in talent
development and administrative excellence,” he added.

Conducted twice a week from April 30 to June 17, 2025, the program brought together employees from 37
government entities, making it one of the most extensive specialised training initiatives in talent management

and analytics across Dubai. Participants gained valuable insights into key government competencies, preparing
them to help shape a future-ready workforce. Upon meeting the program’s rigorous standards, the graduates
also received an internationally accredited certification from the British Psychological Society (BPS).

The event highlighted the success stories and personal experiences of the participants, showcasing the
program’s positive impact on their professional growth. It also reaffirmed the strong partnership between the

Dubai Government Human Resources Department and SHL to deliver more training initiatives in future. These
upcoming programs will focus on equipping government employees with advanced capabilities, promoting
greater adaptability and innovation to overcome the challenges of the future.

This initiative aligns with the Dubai Government Human Resources Department’s dedication to advancing the
Dubai Economic Agenda D33 and the UAE Strategy for Talent Attraction and Retention. By building a network

of certified professionals trained in behavioural competency assessment through scientific methods, the
program strengthens the effectiveness and sustainability of the workforce, playing a key role in increasing the
efficiency of human capital across government entities.

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