SDHR launches 2nd cohort of job seekers training programme
This new cohort includes 788 trainees from among job seekers who have been distributed across five different training centers in the Emirate to ensure wide geographic coverage and convenient access for participants. These include 187 trainees in Sharjah City, 124 in the Central Region, 184 in Khorfakkan, 170 in Kalba, and 123 in Dibba Al Hisn.
A Balanced Six-Month Training Journey
The programme spans a total of six months and is structured to provide both academic and practical training. The first three months are dedicated to specialised qualification programmes designed to enhance the skills and competencies of the trainees, followed by another three months of field training in cooperation with accredited training institutions as well as government and semi-government organisations. As part of the programme's support structure, each trainee receives a monthly stipend of AED 6,000 throughout the duration of the programme.
Orientation and Banking Services for Trainees
During the introductory workshop, participants received a comprehensive overview of the programme's components and implementation mechanisms. In addition, there was a strong emphasis on the importance of administrative structure and professional discipline in the workplace. To facilitate financial arrangements, Sharjah Islamic Bank began activating participants' bank accounts to ensure the timely disbursement of their monthly stipends.
A Strategic Vision to Empower Emirati Talent
His Excellency Abdullah Ibrahim Al Zaabi, Member of the Sharjah Executive Council and Chairman of the Sharjah Department of Human Resources (SDHR), highlighted that the launch of this new cohort is a continuation of Sharjah's commitment to developing and empowering national talent. He emphasised that this initiative is a direct outcome of the leadership's vision to invest in human capital and to create meaningful employment opportunities for Emiratis. He noted that the previous cohort demonstrated the programme's success in preparing UAE nationals through targeted training that is closely aligned with the evolving needs of the labor market.
A Sustainable Approach to Workforce Development
Al Zaabi reaffirmed that the expansion of the programme in its second phase is a testament to the success of a strategy that links training directly with employment opportunities. He added that the Human Resources Department will continue to roll out this programme in partnership with a wide network of government and semi-government entities to ensure a sustainable and impactful outcome, enabling job seekers to confidently and competently enter the labor market.
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