Emirates Development Bank calls for building the next generation of banking sector leaders during its participation in the UAE Vision 2024 Careers Fair

Emirates Development Bank, the main financial driver of the UAE’s economic diversification and industrial transformation agenda, has revealed its participation in the 23rd edition of “Roya – UAE Careers Fair”, affirming its strong commitment to empowering young national talents and developing Emirati competencies to engage in the labor market..

The exhibition provides an important opportunity for Emirati talents to discover the various job opportunities and specialized training programs provided by Emirates Development Bank, and enables them to communicate directly with the bank’s recruitment officials and managers..

On this occasion, His Excellency Ahmed Mohammed Al Naqbi, CEO of Emirates Development Bank, expressed his belief in the capabilities of Emirati youth to shape the future of the national economy. He stressed that the bank’s participation in “Vision – Careers UAE 2024” embodies its commitment to empowering the young generation and enhancing their career paths..

“By facilitating access to promising job opportunities for young Emirati talent, this exhibition is in line with our vision at Emirates Development Bank to create a supportive environment for entrepreneurship, based on innovation, sustainability and Emiratisation. Through our participation, we look forward to developing national competencies at the bank and qualifying them to drive innovation in the banking sector, which supports our contribution to achieving the goals of sustainable economic growth in the UAE,” he added..

Dr. Abeer Al Sumaiti, Head of Human Resources at Emirates Development Bank, said: “Empowering Emirati youth is a priority for Emirates Development Bank. In this context, we have launched several important initiatives such as the Business Lab and the Student Entrepreneurship Bootcamp, to help the new generation of Emirati business leaders acquire the necessary technical skills, and enhance their ability to think critically, adapt, and innovate in the field of business to achieve success in light of the current economic changes. Through our participation in the career fair, we look forward to communicating with these bright minds and informing them of our vision, and explaining how they can achieve their personal ambitions and contribute to the continued success of the UAE by working in the banking sector.”“

Emirates Development Bank’s work culture is based on several values, including excellence and innovation. The recently launched “AI Horizons” program is a prime example of this, providing employees with advanced AI tools, in addition to practical training and workshops led by experts in the field to ensure they are empowered to perform their jobs successfully. Thus, by promoting the adoption of AI solutions and digital transformation in the banking sector, Emirates Development Bank is strengthening its position as a preferred employer; making joining it a unique opportunity to participate in building the future of the UAE.

During the exhibition, Emirates Development Bank representatives will discuss the range of financing solutions and non-financial services the bank provides to support young entrepreneurs. A prominent example of this is the Business Lab, which offers free training courses, specialized guidance, and valuable resources to help entrepreneurs manage their projects efficiently..

It is worth noting that the entrepreneurship training camp, which was recently organized by the bank, provided a comprehensive educational experience for Emirati students between the ages of 16 and 21, and provided them with the basic entrepreneurship skills to enable them to succeed in the competitive labor market..

Emirates Development Bank invites Emirati youth to visit its stand at “Roya – Careers UAE 2024” during the period from 24 to 26 September 2024, to learn about the diverse career paths and distinguished professional growth opportunities provided by the bank..