Ooredoo Kuwait has successfully wrapped up its participation in the third edition of the “Watheefti” Career Fair, the largest employment event in Kuwait. This fair aimed to attract young Kuwaiti talent and enhance their job prospects within a dynamic work environment. Ooredoo’s three-day involvement underscores its commitment to empowering local youth and supporting the community, establishing the company as a preferred destination for national talent seeking professional growth and flexible work opportunities.
Ooredoo’s participation in “Watheefti” aligns with its social strategy to empower Kuwaiti youth by offering career opportunities that promote professional development. The event provided a platform for direct engagement between the company and job seekers, highlighting the pivotal role of the telecom sector in Kuwait’s digital economy. The company also reaffirmed its dedication to supporting the “New Kuwait 2035” vision, which aims to transform Kuwait into a regional hub for technology and innovation.
Beyond recruiting young talent, Ooredoo Kuwait is intensifying efforts to develop leadership capabilities through partnerships with globally recognized institutions such as Harvard and Stanford Universities, in collaboration with the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS). This collaboration has launched a specialized training program focused on enhancing leadership skills in the telecommunications sector, emphasizing strategic management and digital transformation.
The training initiative includes a series of virtual seminars led by experts from Harvard University, equipping participants with the necessary tools and strategies to address industry challenges and seize future opportunities. The program is designed to enhance operational flexibility, drive innovation, and secure Ooredoo’s competitive edge.
Through these initiatives, Ooredoo Kuwait aims to cultivate a new generation of leaders capable of steering the company’s digital transformation and remaining at the forefront of technological advancements. This strategic investment in human capital reflects Ooredoo’s commitment to developing national talent and preparing them for future leadership roles.
Omar Al-Bassam, Chief Human Resources & Administration Officer at Ooredoo Kuwait, commented on the program, stating, “We are proud of our collaboration with Harvard University and KFAS, which allows us to offer advanced training programs that develop the skills of our national leadership talent, contributing to the company’s sustainable success across all fields.” He added, “We remain committed to investing in human capital as part of our strategy to create an exceptional work environment and strengthen the leadership and organizational capabilities of our teams.”
These initiatives highlight Ooredoo’s dedication to nurturing national talent, whether through participation in career fairs like “Watheefti” or training programs with leading universities. The company emphasizes that investing in leadership development is crucial for enhancing internal performance and delivering top-tier services to customers, reinforcing its position as a leader in the telecommunications and technology sectors.
Eisa Al-Beshaier, Senior Director of Human Resources and Administration Services, remarked, “We are keen to participate in employment fairs, which underscores our commitment to attracting top national talent and integrating them into Ooredoo Kuwait. Our participation in the ‘Watheefti’ career fair resulted in attracting a new group of distinguished national talents, and we are delighted to welcome them to Ooredoo. The fair also demonstrated the eagerness of national talents to develop and pursue careers in the private sector across various fields.”
Al-Beshaier added, “Through the Human Resources department, we are committed to participating in such fairs and maintaining continuous communication with national talents across all fields, whether through forums, exhibitions, or conferences. These platforms help us discover exceptional national talents and communicate the company’s strategy in this regard.”
Ooredoo believes that by attracting young talent and fostering future leaders, it will achieve its strategic objectives, empowering national talent and building a sustainable future for Kuwait’s telecommunications industry.
