Manama: Almarai Company has taken significant steps in investing in the employment and career development of 70 Bahraini employees, utilizing the various programmes offered by the Labour Fund, Tamkeen. These initiatives include employment and career development support programmes, reinforcing the company's commitment to enhancing the skills and professional growth of its national workforce.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Almarai's management has reaffirmed its dedication to investing in workforce development, which aligns with Tamkeen's 2025 strategic priorities. These priorities focus on enhancing the competitiveness of Bahrainis in the private sector by equipping them with essential skills for career advancement, while also emphasizing enterprise growth, digitisation, and sustainability.
The support from Tamkeen is not only beneficial for Almarai and its employees but also contributes to the broader retail sector, which accounted for 4.2% of Bahrain's GDP in the second quarter of the year. By fostering Bahraini talent, Tamkeen aims to make local professionals the preferred choice for employment in the labour market.
Tamkeen provides a range of programmes to support businesses and drive economic growth in the private sector. These initiatives are crucial in developing national personnel and boosting employment and career development opportunities.
Almarai Company, established in 1977 and headquartered in Saudi Arabia, is recognized as the world's largest vertically integrated company and a leading producer and distributor of food and beverages in the region. The company is a top brand in the fast-moving consumer goods sector across the Middle East and North Africa, maintaining its leadership in the GCC markets with a diverse array of high-quality products tailored to local preferences.