‘Solid work ethics key to jobs for UAE nationals’

Dubai / WAM

Senior human resources officers from top companies are leading the hunt for UAE nationals who have a solid work ethic and a
desire to learn and grow within their organisations, at the
country’s leading platform for
Emirati job-seekers.
The candidates’ own professional development will also play a key role as Emirati hopefuls, in line with global averages, seek out positions to challenge their expertise, according to a 2016 report on statistics published by LinkedIn, a business and employment-oriented social networking service.
Offering their advice to graduates and young professionals ahead of the 17th edition of Careers UAE, held at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from April, 9-11, hiring officials
highlighted qualities they will be looking for in this year’s
applicants.
Mouien Al Madhoun, Chief Human Capital Officer at Majid Al Futtaim Holding, said, “We advise young graduates to always seek and to join companies that can offer a variety of learning initiatives. Learning should be a continuous process in one’s career to progress and grow.”
Majid Al Futtaim Holding uses events such as Careers UAE, and more notably their 18-month graduate development programme “Tomouhi,” to attract the best talent from around the world, building relevant skills and experiences across their many businesses, creating fulfilling careers and supporting the continued growth of their employees.
The three-day job fair will welcome a host of regional and international companies offering diverse employment prospects.
Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the event will build on last year’s success where thousands of Emirati graduates and job seekers found employment avenues and internship opportunities across the automotive, aviation, banking, construction, energy, telecoms, healthcare, real estate and oil and gas sectors.

Dubai Air Navigation Services, DANS, which runs the National Development Program for Air Traffic, ATCOs, and the National Development Program for Air Traffic Service Engineer Professionals, ASTEP, will be at Careers UAE this year looking for suitable candidates across several diverse roles.

With a line-up of more than 100 employers from local and federal government, semi-government, as well as the UAE and international private sector, Careers UAE will host a variety of interactive activities and education sessions designed to help job seekers.