Manama: The Labour Fund (Tamkeen) has announced its support for wage increments for 58 employees at Arla Foods through the Wage Increment Programme, aimed at enhancing Bahraini talent in the private sector. This initiative is part of Arla Foods' ongoing efforts to employ and develop Bahraini nationals, investing in their professional success.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Tamkeen's support aligns with its strategic priorities for 2025, focusing on enhancing the competitiveness of Bahrainis in the private sector, equipping them with necessary skills for career advancement, and prioritising enterprise growth, digitisation, and sustainability. It also aims at supporting the ecosystem surrounding the labour market and the private sector.
Khalid Al Bayat, Chief Growth Officer at Tamkeen, highlighted that the Wage Increment Programme is central to Tamkeen's goal of making Bahrainis the preferred choice in the labour market. He welcomed the involvement of major companies like Arla Foods, which offer quality opportunities enabling Bahrainis to increase productivity and efficiency in the private sector.
Mona Alsari, Head of HR MENA Supply Chain at Arla Foods, praised Tamkeen's continued support for developing the national workforce. She reiterated the company's commitment to providing growth opportunities for Bahraini employees, noting that Tamkeen's programmes play a crucial role in aligning with private sector needs and achieving shared objectives.
Tamkeen has launched various programmes to support employment and career development for Bahraini professionals, ensuring they remain the preferred choice in the labour market. Furthermore, Tamkeen provides multiple enterprise support programs to strengthen the private sector, positioning it as the main driver of economic growth in the Kingdom.