Sharjah Tatweer Forum (Tatweer), the emirate of Sharjah’s ambitious initiative for developing the skills of UAE nationals and promoting partnership among various sectors, began the selection process for nominees and applicants for the third Tatweer Leadership Program which is scheduled to begin in September of this year. More than 160 candidates nominated by their organizations took the English language test on June 17th and 18th, 2008, at the Sharjah Supreme Council for Family Affairs. A psychometric test will follow on June 29th and 30th to determine those who will go through personal interviews with a committee comprised of Forum board members and human resources specialists.

Tatweer Leadership Program aims to identify young leaders and develop their capabilities to support the sustainable development of the emirate through innovative ideas and new projects. The program also aims at developing national talents to pursue excellence and increase productivity in the various sectors with the aim of supporting the overall competitiveness of the Emirate of Sharjah. Fostering networking opportunities and cooperation between the economic, social and cultural sectors through the participants, as well as providing an environment conducive to attracting young leaders are also among the objectives of the program.

The candidates will be selected from among UAE Nationals working in various public and private sector organizations following a number of examinations, including an English language test and a psychometric test to determine those with leadership potential. The tests will be followed by interviews with a selection committee to choose the final 24 participants in this year’s program.

Tatweer Leadership Program will be conducted over 12 sessions of two days per month and will feature visiting speakers; presentations; individual research and sharing of information; group work; oral discussions; psychometric assessments and written materials.

During the six-month long program, candidates will be exposed to concepts, best practices and effective approaches to customer relationship management, strategic thinking, organizational development, leadership and team building, analytical thinking and problem solving, executive coaching, mentoring and the use of psychometric assessment in selection and development of human resources.

Hussain Al Mahmoudi, Chairman of Sharjah Tatweer Forum, said, “This program is a critical program that is consistent with the objectives of Tatweer, of developing a generation of talented leaders among Sharjah’s youth who would be capable of taking on the responsibility of business development and fostering public private partnerships in the future.”

Al Mahmoudi added, “We hope that the graduates of this program will excel in their practical lives through the experience gained and knowledge of best practices and support of their leadership capabilities. Graduates from this program represent the next generation of future leaders and a mechanism for enhancing the development of society. The success of these young leaders will reflect on the progress of the entire nation.”

Formed under a decree issued by H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah and Member of the UAE Supreme Council, the Forum works towards developing the skills and competencies of National youth in Sharjah, building partnerships between the private and public sectors, encouraging entrepreneurship, innovation and excellence in business and administration and ensuring the emirate’s overall progress.
 

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