Heba Mohsen
Businessmen and politicians stressed the importance of the initiative launched by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, with the aim of creating three job opportunities for every job seeker. They said that this initiative comes as an immediate response to the challenges facing the labor market, and to meet the needs of Bahraini youth aspiring to engage in professional life.
They added that this step represents a qualitative shift in how unemployment issues are dealt with, and opens new horizons for job seekers by providing multiple options that enhance employment opportunities and job stability, which reflects positively on the labor market and the national economy, stressing the importance of cooperation between the public and private sectors to achieve the desired goals, and expressing their optimism about the positive results that this initiative will produce that will benefit all segments of society. Bahraini.
A member of the Shura Council, Dr. Reda Faraj, said that the initiative of His Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister to create three job opportunities for job seekers is an important step that goes in two main directions, as the initiative saves time for both job seekers and companies looking for employees.
He said: “When three jobs are offered to a job seeker, he will have the opportunity to determine his suitability for these jobs, which contributes to significantly improving employment opportunities.”
He added: “This initiative is not limited only to providing opportunities, but rather gives a comprehensive and realistic picture to the Ministry of Labor about all the opportunities available to train and qualify the unemployed. “It reflects the government’s efforts to address the issue of unemployment and improve the labor market.”
He also stressed the importance of coordination between the Ministry of Labor and the relevant authorities to ensure the effective implementation of this initiative, which contributes to achieving sustainable development goals and enhances the ability of young people to enter the labor market efficiently.
Dr. called. Urging all sectors to cooperate and participate in this initiative to ensure its success and achieve the desired benefits from it.
In the same context, a member of the Chamber’s Board of Directors, Basem Al-Sa’i, stated that the initiative of His Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister to create three job opportunities for job seekers is considered an important step in the right direction towards addressing the issue of unemployment in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Al-Saei said that this initiative provides realistic solutions aimed at achieving tangible results, and works to shed light on the real numbers of real job seekers.
He added that this initiative reflects the government’s commitment with the private sector to provide quality job opportunities for its citizens, which enhances the stability of society, and reflects the vision of His Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister to improve the standard of living for citizens. He pointed out that providing three job opportunities for every job seeker allows them to choose and increases their chances of finding jobs appropriate to their qualifications and experience.
Al-Saei explained that this initiative contributes to accelerating the employment process, as it allows real job seekers to choose the job that suits their ambitions and meets their professional needs. It also enhances the ability of companies to attract national talent, which contributes to improving the performance of the local market and enhances the competitiveness of the Bahraini economy.
Al-Saei stressed that this initiative will help draw a clear picture of the market needs and the number of unemployed people, allowing the concerned authorities to make informed decisions based on accurate data. This step also reflects confidence in the ability of citizens to contribute effectively to the process of economic development.
At the conclusion of his statement, Al-Saei called on all sectors to cooperate and work side by side with the government to achieve the goals of this initiative, stressing the importance of supporting Bahraini youth and enabling them to enter the labor market efficiently, and stressing that this initiative is not just an employment program, but rather a comprehensive vision aimed at promoting growth and prosperity in the Kingdom of Bahrain, considering that the initiative of His Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister represents a milestone in the history of the Bahraini labor market, and will undoubtedly contribute to building A better future for citizens.
In a related context, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al-Qaoud Foundation, Khaled Al-Qaoud, stated that the sound directives issued by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, regarding enhancing joint cooperation between the public and private sectors to provide quality job opportunities for citizens, represents a pioneering national step towards achieving sustainable development and enhancing the concept of corporate social responsibility in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Al-Qaoud explained that this generous initiative expresses an insightful vision that is fully aware of the importance of empowering Bahraini youth, especially recent graduates, by providing a supportive environment that facilitates their integration into the labor market and gives them the opportunity to build a stable professional future that contributes to supporting the wheel of national development.
Al-Qaoud added, saying: “What His Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister directed to provide three job opportunities for every job seeker registered with the Ministry of Labor before the end of the year reflects the commitment of the wise leadership to empowering the people of the nation and providing them with multiple options, commensurate with their skills and ambitions.”
Al-Qaoud stressed the need to facilitate procedures for job applicants and activate on-the-job training programs to qualify national cadres and provide them with the required practical experience, stressing that training represents one of the most important tools for empowering young people and raising their professional competence.
He pointed out that the private sector’s support for these efforts through creating job opportunities and implementing field training programs is an integral part of its social responsibilities towards Bahraini society.
Al-Qaoud also called for expanding partnerships between government institutions and private companies in order to achieve this national goal, stressing the importance of supporting graduates at the beginning of their career without burdening them with expectations that exceed their capabilities in the early stages, but rather embracing them and providing a work environment that encourages growth and gradual development.
Al-Qaoud stressed that the success of this initiative requires concerted efforts from all members of society and institutions, pointing out that the employment issue is not just an administrative file, but rather a strategic national issue that is closely linked to Bahrain’s economic and social future.
Al-Qaoud concluded his statement by saying: “The wisdom and vision of His Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister in this vital issue embodies the depth of interest in the future of Bahraini youth, as empowering them is not an option, but rather an investment in the future of the Kingdom. “When efforts are integrated and visions are united, we will see a generation capable of leading the process of development and innovation in a way that befits Bahrain’s status and the aspirations of its wise leadership.”
For her part, businesswoman Ahlam Janahi stated that the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, regarding providing quality job opportunities for citizens in the Kingdom of Bahrain, carry profound meaning and great impact in the field of employment and sustainable development.
She added that His Highness the Crown Prince’s directive to offer three job opportunities to every job seeker registered with the Ministry before the end of this year represents a qualitative leap and a strategic step, stressing that this directive increases the options available to job seekers, which increases their chances of finding jobs suitable for their qualifications and experience in a shorter time, and also gives them the ability to choose the job that meets their professional ambitions and provides them with job stability, instead of… Having to accept the only chance available.
Janahi stressed that activating these opportunities contributes to filling actual vacancies in the private sector with national competencies, which enhances the localization of jobs and reduces unemployment rates.
This directive also places a national responsibility on companies to provide quality jobs, which motivates the private sector to interact and participate effectively in this national project.
She pointed out that providing quality and rewarding job opportunities enables citizens to contribute effectively and sustainably to the Kingdom’s economic development process.
Janahi explained that the directives of His Highness the Crown Prince reflect absolute confidence in the Bahraini human capital as a fundamental pillar of sustainable economic development.
She stressed that investing in citizens and providing them with a decent life is a top priority for the government, which establishes the principle that citizens are the first choice in the labor market.
She also stressed that the private sector is an essential and key partner to the public sector within the “Bahrain Team” in supporting economic growth, and the success of the initiative depends on this renewed partnership.
She stressed that the response of companies and the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry to the directives is vital, as the private sector is the largest generator of jobs.
Janahi concluded her statement by saying: “The contribution of private companies is not just a commitment, but rather an investment in national human capital that ensures the sustainability of their business and the growth of the economy as a whole.”
The head of the Bahraini Contractors Association, businessman Khalaf Hujair, praised the directive of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to the Ministry of Labor to offer 3 job opportunities to every job seeker registered with it, to be done before the end of this year, stressing that it represents a strong push in the path of supporting national employment, enhancing the sustainability of economic development, and reducing unemployment rates in the Kingdom.
Hujair stressed that these directives reflect the proactive vision of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister in dealing with the challenges related to the labor market by providing qualitative and multiple opportunities for job seekers in a way that achieves alignment between national competencies and the needs of vital economic sectors. He stressed the importance of private sector institutions interacting with these directives in a way that contributes to enhancing local employment and achieving job stability for the people of the country. This step is also part of This would support the Kingdom’s plans to build a more competitive, diversified and sustainable economy.
Hujair explained that the Kingdom of Bahrain, under the banner of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, continues its efforts to advance the productive and service sectors within the comprehensive development process that the Kingdom is witnessing at various levels and all levels, stressing that empowering national cadres represents a fundamental pillar in the success of these efforts, in addition to strengthening the partnership between the public and private sectors, and intensifying training and vocational qualification programs, to ensure Making the most of every national initiative aimed at achieving the development goals that the Kingdom aspires to in accordance with its Economic Vision 2030.
For his part, economic expert Muhammad Fouladh described the initiative as a qualitative step in the employment file, as the ministry will work to coordinate opportunities with the government and private sectors to ensure that a variety of professional options are provided to job seekers. The initiative aims to accelerate the link between local competencies and market needs, with a focus on matching skills and employer requirements to ensure continuity of employment and stability of the national workforce.
He said: “The directive of His Highness the Crown Prince represents a qualitative step that raises the ceiling of national ambition in the field of providing jobs for citizens,” pointing out that such initiatives enhance the confidence of job seekers and support sustainable development trends by activating the ministry’s role as an effective mediator between the unemployed and real employment opportunities.
The economic expert expected that the initiative would have immediate positive effects on employment indicators, especially if the initiative is accompanied by training and qualification programs aimed at filling skills gaps and providing updated job opportunities. The Ministry will also develop follow-up mechanisms to ensure that every researcher receives appropriate offers within the specified time frame, while providing advisory and professional support that helps applicants improve their chances of acceptance. It is expected that these efforts will contribute to reducing the duration of the job search and improving the employment rates of citizens during the next two quarters.
