Manama, Bahrain — stc Bahrain, in partnership with the Ministry of Labour and the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), has launched the second edition of its flagship jeel ICT program, aimed at bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world experience. The initiative focuses on equipping young Bahrainis with the technical and business skills needed to thrive in the Kingdom’s expanding ICT and FinTech sectors.
A fully nationalized program under stc Bahrain’s CSR arm stc Jusoor, jeel ICT aligns with Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030, making it a strategic investment in the country’s human capital. Participants gain hands-on exposure to digital technologies, business management, leadership, and entrepreneurship, preparing them for impactful careers in the digital economy.
Building on Success
The first edition of jeel ICT proved successful, with 15 graduates securing full-time roles at stc Bahrain. This year’s program is expected to culminate in additional full-time employment opportunities for outstanding participants, reinforcing stc’s commitment to nurturing local talent and developing a future generation of digital leaders.
National and Institutional Support
His Excellency Youssef bin Al-Hussein Khalaf, Minister of Legal Affairs and Acting Minister of Labour, emphasized the importance of initiatives like jeel ICT in aligning education and training with labor market needs. He praised stc Bahrain’s role in qualifying and employing national graduates in high-demand digital sectors.
Eng. Khalid Al Osaimi, CEO of stc Bahrain, said:
“This program is a vital driver for national talent growth, not only enhancing employment prospects but actively shaping a new generation of digital leaders. By investing in ICT skills, we are contributing directly to Bahrain’s thriving digital economy.”
Her Excellency Maha Abdulhameed Mofeez, CEO of Tamkeen, highlighted the program’s role in supporting Tamkeen’s 2025 strategy:
“Through this partnership, we aspire to bridge the gap between specialized skills in demand and sustainable job opportunities in the labor market, ensuring Bahrainis remain the preferred choice for private sector employment.”
Program Details
The jeel ICT program is open to Bahraini nationals aged 20–23, graduating in the 2024–2025 academic year with backgrounds in Engineering, IT, or Computer Science. Applicants can apply via stc Bahrain Careers.
Driving Bahrain’s Digital Future
By building on the success of previous initiatives like the Graduate Development Program (GDP), stc Bahrain is reinforcing its legacy of developing a future-ready talent pipeline. The program not only strengthens the Kingdom’s ICT ecosystem but also contributes to Bahrain’s long-term ambition of becoming a regional leader in ICT and FinTech innovation.
