Manama: The Labour Fund (Tamkeen) recently concluded its participation in the second edition of the Global Labour Market Conference (GLMC). Maha Abdulhameed Mofeez, Chief Executive of Tamkeen, engaged in a panel discussion focusing on equipping youth with the necessary skills for the labour market. She presented Tamkeen's initiatives aimed at developing and enhancing local talent to boost their competitiveness both domestically and internationally, improving their chances in the labour market.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Mofeez underscored the role of Skills Bahrain in identifying skill gaps through research and data analytics in partnership with the private sector and relevant government entities. This collaboration informs the development of programmes and initiatives designed to bridge the technology skills gap in the market. She stressed Tamkeen's dedication to creating programmes and initiatives that position Bahrainis as the preferred employees in the labour market, while also empowering the private sector to drive economic growth. These efforts align with Tamkeen's strategic priorities and national development plans, including the Government Action Plan 2023-2026 and the National Labour Market Plan 2023-2026.
During the same conference, Alya Alaali, Chief Strategy and Data Analytics Officer at Tamkeen, participated in the Policy Lab. She highlighted Bahrain's ongoing initiatives to support jobseekers and empower Bahrainis within the labour market through Tamkeen's training and employment programmes. Alaali discussed the challenges and opportunities in the local market that could facilitate a shift towards a knowledge-driven labour market, catering to the needs of a rapidly evolving private sector focused on digital transformation and advanced technology solutions to boost productivity.
The Global Labour Market Conference gathers over 45 labour ministers from around the world, attracting more than 5,000 participants and 200 speakers, including officials from the public and private sectors across more than 100 countries. The conference serves as a significant platform, hosting the largest assembly of government officials, policymakers, academics, and experts for a global dialogue on the future of labour markets, addressing their challenges through sustainable and innovative solutions.