Aldar to Create 1,000 Jobs for UAE Nationals by 2026
Aldar Properties (Aldar) will create employment opportunities for 1,000 UAE nationals over the next five years in line with the ambitious Emiratisation goals set out in the UAE’s ‘Projects of the 50’ initiative. The announcement reaffirms the company’s commitment to increase Emiratisation levels in the private sector and develop the next generation of highly skilled local talent in partnership with the UAE government to support its NAFIS programme.
A total of 200 roles will be created each year for five years across Aldar’s various subsidiarises and partner companies, with positions available for fresh graduates as well as experienced professionals. To broaden the impact of the commitment, the 1,000 jobs created will include direct roles across Aldar’s entire business, as well as indirect roles with partners and suppliers in line with Aldar’s In Country Value (ICV) programme requirements. Through this initiative, the company will provide local talent with progressive career opportunities in roles related to investment and development management, education, retail, and hospitality amongst others. There will also be opportunities in specialist areas including sustainability, innovation, digital transformation, data and analytics, and sales. “The ‘Projects of the 50’ initiative launched by the leadership of the UAE is set to guide the sustainable, long-term growth. We are proud to
play a leading role in activating the private sector’s contribution to this important initiative,” said Talal Al Dhiyebi, Group Chief Executive Officer, Aldar Properties. Currently, UAE nationals represent half of Aldar’s executive management team and hold CEO positions at Aldar Group, Aldar Investment, Aldar Projects, and Aldar Ventures. 32% of department head roles are occupied by Emiratis, including the Strategy and Transformation, Sustainability, Marketing and Communications, Procurement, IT, Commercial, Portfolio Management, Investment Finance, and People, Culture and Performance departments. 18.7% of all senior roles in the organisation are held by Emirati women. “With such a diversified business, Aldar presents many interesting career paths for both experienced and graduate Emiratis across our subsidiaries. Real estate, investment, innovation, sustainability and education will play a significant role in the development of the UAE, meaning these talented Emiratis will be at the forefront of the country’s future,” said Bayan Al Hosani, Executive Director for People, Culture and Performance, Aldar Properties. Source: Gulf News https://bit.ly/3pH00sg
UAE’s GMG Aims to Double Workforce by 2025 with Global Strategy and GMG Consumer Goods. The company has a portfolio of brands across these sectors and has introduced more than 120 brands over the last four decades. This has included representing international brands such as Nike, Vans, The North Face, and Columbia, among others.
UAE-based Gulf Marketing Group (GMG) aims to double its global workforce by 2025 with its new corporate strategy. The company’s strategy includes a restructuring of its existing business units and introducing a new brand identity. Mohammad A. Baker, Deputy Chairman and CEO of GMG, has confirmed that its future investments will be focused on improving people’s lives through active living, nutritious food, and good health, a statement said. The investments will be across four business verticals: GMG Sports, GMG Food, GMG Health,
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In the food sector, the company is both a food manufacturer under GMG Food, and a distributor of food brands such as McCain, Mama Sita’s, and Shan under its GMG Consumer Goods vertical. The company has also created homegrown concepts, including Sun & Sand Sports, Supercare pharmacies, the Farm Fresh food brand, and others. GMG currently employs around 7,000 people in 12 countries across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia. “Whether through acquiring new international brands, developing homegrown concepts, or entering new markets, I see a future in which GMG can have a presence in every major market around the world,” Baker added.
“We recognise that communities and governments around the world are striving to progress sustainable development goals that are often anchored in personal well-being,” notes Baker. “Meanwhile, the industries we operate in are experiencing significant disruption, whether through climate change, rapid digitalisation, or other forces. We are therefore setting a new purpose-centric vision for GMG to inspire people to win in ways that make the world better, daring ourselves and others to develop better products and experiences that change lives. This is not just about the sustainability of our own business, but also of the communities we serve.” The global wellness market has expanded considerably in recent years. According to McKinsey & Company estimates, the space is at more than $1.5 trillion with annual growth of five to 10 per cent as consumers view wellness across verticals as better health, fitness, nutrition, appearance, and more. GMG acquired multi-brand sports retailer Royal Sporting House in December 2020, marking the company’s first expansion into Asia. Source: Gulf Business (https://bit.ly/3pCi6eO)
