Nafis award launched to boost Emiratisation
PRIVATE COMPANIES, EMIRATI EMPLOYEES TO BE REWARDED
Shaikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court and Chairman of the Board of the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council has launched the first cycle of Nafis Award for the year 2022-23.
The award, which will be presented in three categories, aims to recognise private sector establishments that have excelled in hiring Emiratis. It also aims to recognise outstanding Emiratis in the private sector and recognise the work of the council’s strategic partners.
The Nafis Award has been introduced a year after the launch of Nafis programme, which was launched as part of the Projects of the 50 to be a driving force in the development of the economy.
Shaikh Mansour affirmed that the leadership of the UAE considers its youth as the real wealth of the nation. He said that the UAE Government is keen on achieving the goals of Emiratisation in the private sector.
Evaluation process
In collaboration with Sheikh Khalifa Government Excellence Programme, the council has ensured that the award categories, criteria, and evaluation mechanisms are in line with government directives and international best practices.
This step will guarantee governance over the evaluation process, promote institutional and individual excellence and raise the performance of nationals in the private sector.
Automated mechanism
The mechanism for selecting the winning companies will be fully automated through the performance management system, which will be based on the percentage of Emiratisation targets achieved in accordance with the criteria set by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. Companies are not required to submit any documents or fill out applications for nomination.
Employee participation
All Emirati private sector employees are welcome to participate via the website (www. nafis.gov.ae), where they can fill out the nomination application form and attach the required documents. These applications will be evaluated by a jury accredited by the Shaikh Khalifa Government Excellence Programme. The criteria for selecting the winners are determined around three main factors: Performance and continuous learning, adaptation and positive citizenship, results and achievements.
Results will be announced in the first quarter of 2023.
Boosting Emiratisation
Dr Abdul Rahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, said: “The award reflects the UAE leadership’s support for the success of Emiratisation policies and another step forward to boost the Emiratisation efforts in the private sector. The engagement of the private sector with Nafis and Emiratisation is vital for the development journey of the UAE.”
He added: “The award will encourage companies to increase Emiratisation rates, and on the other hand, it encourages UAE nationals to join the private sector and improve their skills and competence and contribute to consolidating the national economy,” he added.
The award will encourage companies to raise Emiratisation rates. It encourages UAE nationals to join the private sector and improve their skills and competence and contribute to consolidating the national economy.”
Dr Abdul Rahman Al Awar | Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation
Successful experiences
Ghannam Al Mazroui, Secretary General of the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council, indicated that the Nafis Award will highlight successful experiences in three main categories that align with the leadership’s aspirations.
“The award is an appreciation for the private sector’s great efforts in achieving Emiratisation targets. The award also highlights the successful experiences of UAE nationals working in the private sector, who were able to prove themselves as a vital and effective force, capable of bringing about positive change,” he added.