Tamkeen holds open forum in Hamad Town

Press release

Published March 18th, 2012 - 06:12 GMT

Al Bawaba

As part of its on-going customer outreach efforts, Tamkeen held an open meeting with more than 300 residents of Hamad Town at Kanoo Mosque to shed light on the various programmes available to individuals and enterprises within the private sector.

Tamkeen was invited to speak to residents of the area by the Women Social Committee in Hamad Town. Mr. Yousif Ali, Director of Customer Engagement & Support at Tamkeen, delivered the presentation which was followed by an open Q&A session. Key programmes such as Career Progression, Talent Management, Enterprise Development Support, and Enterprise Financing Scheme were discussed.

There are currently nearly 180 programmes available through Tamkeen which enhance the capabilities of Bahrainis and improve the productivity of enterprises. 15 human capital development and 5 enterprises support initiatives are slated for launch in the current year 2012.

Background Information

Tamkeen

Tamkeen is a public authority established in August 2006, tasked with supporting Bahrain’s private sector and positioning it as the key driver of economic growth and development. Tamkeen is one of the cornerstones of Bahrain’s national reform initiatives and Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030.

Tamkeen has two primary objectives - firstly, foster the development and growth of enterprises, and second provide support to enhance the productivity and training of the national workforce. To achieve these objectives -Tamkeen’s 2018-2020 strategy focuses on Diversifying offerings, Accelerate delivery and Sustaining Impact.