The Labour Fund (Tamkeen) announced its support for the career development of over 60 Bahrainis at the Benefit Company through multiple initiatives such as Employment Support, Career Development Support, and On-The-Job Training, in addition to taking on leadership roles in the company through the Leadership Employment Programme.
Tamkeen’s support for the Benefit Company is aligned with its strategic priorities for 2025, which focus on enhancing the position and competitiveness of Bahrainis in the private sector, equipping Bahrainis with suitable skills for career development in the private sector, and prioritizing enterprise growth, digitisation, and sustainability, and supporting the development of the ecosystem surrounding the labour market and private sector.
On the occasion, Tamkeen chief executive Maha Mofeez reaffirmed Tamkeen’s ongoing commitment to enabling Bahrainis attain high-quality jobs in key economic sectors. “As part of our mission, we remain focused on enabling Bahrainis to access high-value career opportunities, particularly in strategic sectors such as financial services – the largest non-oil contributor to the national economy,” said Ms. Mofeez.
On his part, Abdulwahed AlJanahi, chief executive of Benefit Company, said: “We believe in the strength and promise of Bahraini professionals and our commitment to their development includes providing equitable opportunities for promotion, merit-based compensation and a supportive environment that fosters their career journeys.”