Emirates NBD honoured for Emiratisation efforts with HRD award in banking and financial sector

Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region, has been awarded the Human Resource Development Award in the banking and financial sector by EIBFS (Emirates Institute of Banking and Financial Studies) in acknowledgment of its dedication to Emiratisation and for effectively attaining its nationalisation target for the year 2015.

The award existed by H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi to Husam Al Sayed General Manager HR, Emirates NBD at the 18th National Career Exhibition at Sharjah Expo Centre. This year, Emirates NBD marks its 18th consecutive participation at the National Career Fair, with several programmes prepared to engage UAE National skill seeking to establish a career in the banking industry.

Commenting on the award, Maryam Bahlooq, Head of Business Partnership, Emirates NBD said: "We are honoured to be acknowledged for our Emiratisation efforts by EIBFS. As a leading bank in the UAE, we are dedicated to supporting the UAE's drive towards Emiratisation by cultivating nationwide talent within the bank and enabling future leaders of the UAE economy. A strong UAE nationwide management has actually been important to the bank's success throughout the years and we take pride and responsibility in our continued contribution to the development of a national labor force.".

As part of its Emiratisation strategy, Emirates NBD runs a series of work training programmes which reflect the bank's strong dedication to supporting young Emirati talent. Menha by Emirates NBD is a scholarship programme that provides monetary support to UAE national students, while opening doors to future profession opportunities at Emirates NBD.