SIGN MoU TO ENCOURAGE YOUNG NATIONALS TO JOIN HOSPITALITY SECTOR

Abu Dhabi National Hotels (ADNH) and Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a long-term strategic partnership in an initiative that encourages young nationals to join the hospitality sector. This collaboration is in line with TCA Abu Dhabi’s “Kibrati” programme and will further support Abu Dhabi National Hotels to develop and empower young UAE Nationals to play a greater role in the hotel industry.

 

The MoU was signed by Hareb Al-Muhairy, Board Member and Managing Director of ADNH and Nasser Al-Reyami, Standards Regulations & Licensing Department Director, TCA Abu Dhabi.

 

Commenting at the occasion, Hareb Al-Muhairy stated: “The development of talented UAE nationals is a top priority for Abu Dhabi National Hotels. We are excited to partner with TCA Abu Dhabi in a programme that encourages young nationals to become part of the fascinating world of hospitality.”

 

The MoU outlines the framework for cooperation between the two organisations in a joint effort to nationalise careers in both hotels and hospitality sector. Under the terms of the agreement, TCA Abu Dhabi will facilitate the enrollment of Emirati students in the Khibrati programme by coordinating the recruitment process and the relationship with colleges and universities. Subsequently, ADNH offers internship programmes developed at international standards by its hotels operated by international brands: The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas, Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, Le Meridien Abu Dhabi, Hilton Abu Dhabi, Hilton Al Ain and Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach. ADNH aims to retain the trainees enrolled in the programme once they completed their formal education. 

 

“With a collection of iconic hotels managed by reputable hotel operators, ADNH is uniquely positioned as a strategic partner in TCA Abu Dhabi’s Khibrati Programme”, said Al Muhairy. “Through our hotels, we have unique capabilities to provide training programmes tailored at widely acknowledged international standards to ensure our interns will become part of the hospitality world.”

 

Nasser Al Reyami, TCA Abu Dhabi, added: “We are very pleased to be involved in this initiative with our colleagues at Abu Dhabi National Hotels to develop a long-term partnership to benefit Emiratis embarking on careers in the hospitality sector. Tourism and hospitality is a major part of our economy and will continue to grow in importance over the coming years.

 

“We are confident that the partnership with ADNH, one of the largest hotel owner and operator in UAE, will give young Emirati students a fantastic springboard into the hospitality sector”, Al Reyami concluded.