2nd Real Estate Day: Empowering Emirati Talent with 80 Leading Companies
The event aims to cultivate the next generation of industry leaders by providing them with the necessary tools and resources to succeed.
Following the remarkable success of the inaugural Real Estate Day for Emirati Employment, which facilitated the hiring of over 1,000 Emiratis, the Dubai Land Department (DLD), in collaboration with the Emirati Human Resources Development Council, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, and the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis), launched the second edition of the initiative. This event aims to attract, empower, and integrate Emirati talent into the real estate sector, a crucial pillar of the national economy.
High-Profile Attendance
The event was graced by the presence of prominent dignitaries, including His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Commissioner General for the Infrastructure, Urban Planning, and Well-Being Pillar; His Excellency Eng Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Chairman of the Emirati Human Resources Development Council; His Excellency Ghannam Al Mazrouei, Secretary-General of Nafis; and His Excellency Abdullah Ali Bin Zayed Al-Falasi, Director General of Dubai Government Human Resources Department. They were warmly welcomed by His Excellency Eng Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director General of DLD, alongside senior executives and directors from DLD.
Opportunities for Emiratis
Sponsored by Omniyat Group, this year’s Real Estate Day brought together more than 80 real estate companies, offering over 400 employment opportunities for Emiratis. The initiative included workshops introducing the ‘Real Estate Empowerment Programme,’ which aims to employ 500 Emiratis annually from 2025 to 2027. These sessions highlighted the benefits of the Nafis initiative, compliance with labour market regulations, and support for government efforts to develop exceptional Emirati talent.
Strategic Alignment with National Goals
His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer commended the initiative for its vital role in integrating Emiratis into Dubai’s thriving real estate sector. He emphasized its contribution to Dubai’s Economic Agenda (D33), which targets the integration of 65,000 young Emiratis into the workforce across emerging sectors. The event also underscored Dubai’s strategic investment in human capital and its commitment to advancing the sustainability and global competitiveness of the real estate market.
“The Real Estate Day initiative, now in its second edition, builds on the success of its inaugural edition, which facilitated the employment of over 1,000 Emiratis across various roles within the sector. This initiative offers promising career opportunities and paves the way for a brighter future. It effectively enhances the private sector's role in supporting the national economy, diversifying career pathways, and advancing human resource development while supporting comprehensive growth plans in the Emirate.”
HE Eng Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, said: “This initiative, focused on one of the most important economic sectors in Dubai and the UAE, has become a milestone in creating quality job opportunities for Emiratis in the private sector. In collaboration with our strategic partners, we launched its second edition in Dubai, aligning with the remarkable growth in the real estate sector witnessed over the first nine months of the year. This growth, driven by our wise leadership’s vision, includes a robust 45% increase in new investors and a rise in real estate transactions, exceeding AED 544 billion, among many other achievements. We encourage Emiratis to leverage the substantial opportunities these events and initiatives offer, where our focus is on delivering impactful opportunities for citizens across the nation. We extend our gratitude to the Dubai Land Department for spearheading these efforts, ensuring a united approach toward a prosperous future.”
HE Ghannam Al Mazrouei expressed his gratitude to Dubai Land Department and the organisers of this important event, which embodies the Council’s strategic partnership and commitment to providing promising job opportunities for Emirati talents in this vital sector. He said: “With the continued support of our wise leadership and in line with its forward-looking vision, we are making progress through our strategic partnerships with sector organisers and private sector establishments. The aim is to ensure the qualitative empowerment of our national talents and enhance their participation in the private sector, which is a key pillar of our national economy. It is inspiring to see our ambitious youth confidently moving forward to work and contribute to the real estate sector, one of our national economy’s most significant developmental sectors. Over the past two years, we have witnessed a growth in Emirati professionals joining the real estate sector, surpassing our targets.”
HE Abdullah Ali Bin Zayed Al-Falasi said: “The real estate sector represents a unique model of opportunity within the private sector. Emiratis who seize the exceptional chance to work in private real estate companies are positioning themselves as the real estate entrepreneurs of the near future, which will positively impact the economic prosperity of Dubai and the UAE. Dubai’s real estate environment is among the best globally, reflected by performance indicators and strong international investor interest in our market. We are confident that these efforts will positively impact Emirati youth’s role in this strategic sector, enhancing their professional development, career advancement, and future prospects.”
HE Eng Marwan Ahmed Bin Ghalita said: “Empowering national talent in the real estate sector is a cornerstone of our strategic vision, underscoring our belief in Emiratis’ crucial role in driving the nation’s real estate development and fostering its sustainable growth. Through the 2nd Real Estate Day for Emirati Employment, we are dedicated to cultivating a generation of highly skilled Emirati professionals equipped with the expertise to lead this vital sector. These initiatives align with the visions and directives of our wise leadership by advancing Emiratisation efforts, creating sustainable employment opportunities, and opening new avenues for UAE nationals across various fields while enhancing the sector’s global competitiveness and readiness for the future.”
Driving Long-Term Growth
DLD reaffirmed its commitment to empowering the real estate community by nurturing local talent and aligning with its vision of achieving global leadership in real estate investment. Through initiatives like the Real Estate Empowerment Programme, the department aims to enhance the sector’s readiness and ensure its long-term growth.
Milestone Achievements in Emiratisation
The Real Estate Day for Emirati Employment represents a key milestone in the Emiratisation journey of Dubai’s real estate sector. In 2023, this initiative successfully employed 647 Emirati citizens, solidifying its role in fostering national talent and contributing to the UAE’s broader economic development.
This initiative continues to demonstrate Dubai’s dedication to fostering inclusive growth and providing Emiratis with meaningful opportunities in critical industries.
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