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Dubai Bank to Achieve 30pc Emiratisation by End of 2009

DUBAI - Dubai Bank aims by the end of this year for three out of every ten of its employees to be Emiratis, it announced at the 11th National Career Exhibition in Sharjah.

At the event, Dubai Bank also received the “Human Resources Development Award 2009” from the Emirates Institute of Banking and Financial Studies (EIBFS).

The award — presented by His Highness Dr. Shaikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah — recognises the bank’s efforts to motivate, develop and increase the number of UAE national employees.

“We are proud to win this prestigious award from the EIBFS that recognises our achievements as an employer of choice for Emirati nationals. As a responsible corporate citizen, Dubai Bank has always strived to hire and develop the best local talent,” said Salaam Al Shaksy, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Bank.

“Our success is reflected in the substantial number of UAE nationals that have already joined our ranks. We continue to provide excellent opportunities for professional and personal growth and this event gives us the opportunity to reach out to the best UAE national students, helping us meet our 2009 goal of 30 per cent Emiratisation.”

At this event the bank also showcased its Ruwaad Leadership Programme, highlighting its commitment to building professional skills among young Emiratis.

The widely-recognised Programme has launched the careers of many young Emirati professionals

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