Omantel provides Generation Z Programme
The Generation Z training programme offered by Omantel provides fresh graduates in Oman the opportunity to have the perfect start to their career. This programme gives graduates the opportunity to gain practical insights into the operations of the company through various rotations, projects, and mentorships.
For the first and second batches of the Generation Z programme, the one-year programme has been a life-changing experience for many graduates, including those who were able to find jobs after completing the programme. In addition to chances of employment, members of the programme gained the opportunity to manage reallife projects and were able to handle increased responsibilities entrusted to them, a press release said.
Graduates enrolled in this programme can perform a number of tasks that would place them in the shoes of actual employees. These trainees were given tasks, such as designing cables and revising the coordinates of 4G and 5G towers, which are all relevant to the tasks performed by regular employees. Additionally, this programme helps trainees develop critical and practical skills.
Mohammed al Yaqoubi, a former first batch Generation Z trainee and current employee in the Consumer Customer Care Department at Omantel, stated, “This programme helped me improve my communication skills, personal skills, and critical thinking skills. Through the Generation Z programme, I was able to learn how top officials handle meetings and a lot of other things related to the business.”
Moreover, this programme signifies the importance of delegating work to trainees, which not only shows the trust placed on them by mentors and supervisors but also makes them understand the concept of responsibility in the workplace.
“This training helped us realise that there is empowerment at every level of work. Through the training, we were required to handle meetings on our own in front of superiors. We were also given a chance to be part of meetings with new vendors as well as attend the signing of new contracts,” al Yaqoubi added.
Members of the Generation Z programme could also connect with other members from different departments. These graduates, who come from various universities, could learn from each other while working on projects. In addition, they are able to take advantage of the contacts they make through the program which would eventually help them in the future, even after being employed or whenever they require assistance.
“This programme helped me connect with others in a professional manner, making it a winwin situation for everyone. The training program was created in such a way that trainees would have rotations within different units and get exposed to various tasks. Not only was that helpful technically, it also helped build a network of connections that can greatly benefit trainees," said Abdullah Amer al Fadhil, part of the second batch Generation Z programme, Technology Unit.
Noor Al Shukairi, a second batch Generation Z trainee in the Technology Unit at Omantel, described the personal growth she has experienced since starting the programme.
“One of the biggest changes that I have noticed in myself is that currently I am a much better programmer than when I first graduated,” said Noor. “My sense of confidence and leadership have been enhanced.”