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ETCC Unveils Nafis Smart App at GITEX Global 2025 to Enhance User Experience and Empower Emirati Talent

ETCC Unveils Nafis Smart App at GITEX Global 2025 to Enhance User Experience and...

October 14, 2025

The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (ETCC) announced the successful first launch of the Nafis Smart App for smartphones during its participation in GITEX Global 2025. The launch featured the introduction of new digital communication channels, inclu...
Mansour bin Zayed chairs board meeting of Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council, honours Nafis Award winners

Mansour bin Zayed chairs board meeting of Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council...

October 8, 2025

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (ETCC), chaired the Council’s meeting to...
ETCC celebrates four years of Nafis, showcasing pioneering milestones and impressive growth

ETCC celebrates four years of Nafis, showcasing pioneering milestones and impres...

September 15, 2025

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis)
GPSSA Launches

GPSSA Launches "Wafra" Program in Collaboration with NAFIS Empowering UAE Nation...

August 19, 2025

The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) has launched the second phase of the “Advanced Proactive Financial Planning System” project, called “Wafra”.
The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council announces the second formation of the

The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council announces the second formation of the...

August 11, 2025

The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council announced the second formation of the "Nafis Youth Council 2025-2027," which includes a group of young Emirati men and women working in various vital sectors within the private sector.
Nafis Opens Applications for National Healthcare Program for Fall 2025

Nafis Opens Applications for National Healthcare Program for Fall 2025

July 22, 2025

The Nafis program has opened registration for Fall 2025 in its “National Healthcare Program” to prepare Emirati students holding a high school diploma or higher qualification for careers in the UAE’s healthcare sector.
Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council Adopts New mechanism for Disbursing Support to Beneficiaries of the Nafis Program

Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council Adopts New mechanism for Disbursing Suppo...

February 10, 2025

The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council has announced a new mechanism for allocating financial support to beneficiaries of the Nafis program through the International Bank Account Number (IBAN) provided by the beneficiary, replacing the previous method...
H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan Launches Nafis Initiative to Boost Emiratisation in Al Ain

H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan Launches Nafis Initiative to Boost Emirati...

December 14, 2024

His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Ain Region, has launched the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council’s “Nafis” initiative in collaboration with the Central Bank of the UAE to promote employment of Emir...
Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council signs two MoUs with UAE Accountability Authority, Abu Dhabi Accountability Authority

Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council signs two MoUs with UAE Accountability Au...

November 18, 2024

The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council has signed two landmark Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with the UAE Accountability Authority and the Abu Dhabi Accountability Authority. These agreements aim to advance the goals of Nafis program, fostering ...
Mansour bin Zayed witnesses signing of cooperation agreement between Nafis, UAE Gender Balance Council

Mansour bin Zayed witnesses signing of cooperation agreement between Nafis, UAE ...

November 6, 2024

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis), attended the signing of a cooperation agreement betw...
Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed attends Our Ambition: Elevating UAE Talent for Global Competitiveness session

Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed attends Our Ambition: Elevating UAE Talent for Glob...

November 6, 2024

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, attended a session titled "Our Ambition... Competing with the World's Nations," on the sidelines of the U...
Mohammed bin Rashid attends graduation ceremony of first cohort of Nafis Leadership Programme

Mohammed bin Rashid attends graduation ceremony of first cohort of Nafis Leaders...

November 4, 2024

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, may God protect him, attended the graduation ceremony of the first batch of the "Nafis Leadership Program," alongside His Highness...
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council, the council announced the launch of the third cycle of the

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy P...

September 30, 2024

يأتي إطلاق الجائزة تأكيداً على التزام مجلس تنافسية الكوادر الإماراتية بتعزيز منظومة التنمية البشرية في الدولة، من خلال إعداد كوادر وطنية م...
The University of Sharjah held its annual meeting for participants enrolled in the

The University of Sharjah held its annual meeting for participants enrolled in t...

September 29, 2024

The event was attended by His Excellency Dr. Hamid Mjul Al Nuaimi, Chancellor of the University of Sharjah; His Excellency Ghannam Al Mazrouei, Secretary General of the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council; Ms. Fatima Al Houti, Director of Training and ...
The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council celebrates three years since its establishment and the launch of the

The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council celebrates three years since its esta...

September 16, 2024

The number of Emiratis employed in the private and banking sectors has surpassed 114,000, including over 81,000 who secured employment after the launch of the "NAFIS" program and remain employed as of the end of Q2 this year. Over the past three...
During a session organized by the Umm Al Quwain Chamber of Commerce and Industry titled 

During a session organized by the Umm Al Quwain Chamber of Commerce and Industry...

September 5, 2024

SHARJAH, 5th September, 2024 (WAM) -- Leading local officials from commercial, educational and other key development sectors have emphasised the increasingly central role of social media and other emerging communication platforms in directing local talent...
H.E. Ghannam Butti Al Mazrouei, Secretary General of the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council, emphasized that Emirati Women's Day embodies respect and appreciation for the significant efforts of women in driving the nation’s development. This sentiment is reflected in this year's theme, 

H.E. Ghannam Butti Al Mazrouei, Secretary General of the Emirati Talent Competit...

August 28, 2024

In his remarks on the occasion of Emirati Women's Day, celebrated annually on August 28, H.E. Al Mazrouei highlighted the outstanding contributions and leadership of Emirati women in various roles, beginning with their families, where they instill va...
H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the BOD of ETCC, reviewed the Council’s achievements and the results of the NAFIS program over the past three years aimed at boosting Emirati participation in the private sector.

H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime...

August 21, 2024

During a meeting with the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council team at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi, H.H. Sheikh Mansour was briefed on updates and key initiatives implemented by the Council this year to achieve its objectives. By the end of July 2024, th...
H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, welcomed a delegation from the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, alongside Emirati professionals in the industrial sector, representatives from industrial companies, and partners of the

H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, welcomed a delega...

August 13, 2024

During the meeting, His Highness was briefed on the Ministry's efforts, in collaboration with its partners, to empower and prepare Emirati talent for competitive roles in the industrial sector. The "Industrialists Program" is a joint initia...
The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (ETCC) has announced the launch of the first cohort of the

The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (ETCC) has announced the launch of th...

July 19, 2024

The program, sponsored by ETCC in partnership with key strategic sectors in the UAE, offers training opportunities abroad for periods ranging from three to six months. Participants are selected through the Nafis platform, following specific eligibility cr...
ADNOC and the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create 13,500 new job opportunities for Emirati talent in private sector companies within ADNOC’s supply chain by 2028. This initiative supports the UAE's goal of providing 100,000 new private-sector jobs for Emiratis over the next three years.

ADNOC and the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis) have signed a Memor...

July 18, 2024

As part of the agreement, job and training opportunities will be allocated to qualified Emiratis in the Al Dhafra region this year. Additionally, ADNOC will offer 1,000 professional training placements for Emirati university graduates through Nafis’ &qu...
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, received today at Qasr Al Bahar in Abu Dhabi the ten individual winners of the second cycle of the Nafis Award for 2023-2024.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, received ...

July 9, 2024

The ceremony was attended by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the BOD of Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council.

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Empowering Emirati Talent​

A networking and learning event focused on supporting Emirati professionals and fostering growth in diverse industries

November 15, 2024​

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⁨ . #يوم_العلم هو مناسبة نجدد فيها العهد على خدمة وطنٍ صنع المجد بقيادته وشعبه....

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. يواصل مجلس تنافسية الكوادر الإماراتية تمكين الكفاءات الوطنية ودعم مسيرتهم المهنية بثقة وطموح، من...

. في إطار جهوده المستمرة لتعزيز التحول الرقمي وتطوير الخدمات المقدمة عبر منصة «نافس»، وقّع مجلس تنافسية الكوادر الإماراتية مذكرة تفاهم مع بنك أبوظبي الأول، وذلك بهدف توفير خيارات دفع ذكية ومتطورة تُعزز من تجربة المستخدمين وتسهل وصولهم إلى الخدمات بطريقة سلسة وآمنة. وتسهم هذه الاتفاقية في توسيع مجالات التعاون لتطوير حلول مالية مبتكرة تُسهم في رفع كفاءة وأمان المعاملات المالية على المنصة. As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance digital transformation and develop the services offered through the “Nafis” platform, the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council has signed a memorandum of understanding with First Abu Dhabi Bank. The aim is to provide smart and advanced payment options that enhance the user experience and facilitate seamless and secure access to services. This agreement contributes to expanding areas of cooperation to develop innovative financial solutions that help improve the efficiency and security of financial transactions on the platform.
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. في إطار جهوده المستمرة لتعزيز التحول الرقمي وتطوير الخدمات المقدمة عبر منصة «نافس»، وقّع...

. يشارك مجلس تنافسية الكوادر الإماراتية في فعاليات جيتكس 2025، تأكيداً لالتزامه الراسخ بدعم الكفاءات الوطنية. ويسعى المجلس من خلال هذه المشاركة إلى تسليط الضوء على أحدث مبادرات برنامج "نافس" وخدماته الرقمية الهادفة إلى تمكين الكوادر الإماراتية من الوصول إلى فرص مهنية وتطويرية نوعية. ندعوكم لزيارة جناحنا في معرض جيتكس، حيث سنكشف عن مستجدات هامة ومبادرات رائدة تهدف إلى تعزيز تنافسية الكفاءات الوطنية في سوق العمل. The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council is participating in #GITEXGLOBAL 2025, reaffirming its steadfast commitment to supporting national competencies. Through this participation, the Council aims to highlight the latest initiatives of the "Nafis" program and its digital services, which are designed to empower Emirati talents to access quality professional and developmental opportunities. We invite you to visit our booth at the GITEX exhibition, where we will unveil important updates and pioneering initiatives aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of national talents in the labor market.
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. يشارك مجلس تنافسية الكوادر الإماراتية في فعاليات جيتكس 2025، تأكيداً لالتزامه الراسخ بدعم الكفاءات...

⁨ . نفخر بتعاوننا مع مصرف الإمارات المركزي، ومعهد الإمارات المالي، ودائرة التمكين الحكومي، في تنظيم النسخة العاشرة من معرض "إثراء"، للتوظيف في أبوظبي، الذي يهدف إلى تعزيز مشاركة الكفاءات الوطنية في القطاع المالي. وقد شكّل المعرض منصة فاعلة لاستقطاب الكوادر الإماراتية، وتوفير فرص توظيف مباشرة، ما يعكس التزام المجلس بدعم التوطين، وتطوير كفاءات الكوادر الوطنية وتعزيز حضورها في واحد من أهم القطاعات الحيوية. الموعد غداً، من الساعة ٩ صباحاً حتى ٤ عصراً في سبيس ٤٢ أرينا - الراحة - أبوظبي We are proud of our collaboration with the Central Bank of the UAE, the Emirates Institute of Finance, and the Government Empowerment Department in organizing the 10th edition of the “Ethraa” Employment Fair in Abu Dhabi, which aims to enhance the participation of national talents in the financial sector. The fair serves as as an effective platform for attracting Emirati professionals and providing employment opportunities. This reflects the Council’s commitment to supporting Emiratisation, developing the competencies of national talent, and strengthening their presence in one of the country’s most vital sectors.⁩ 30 September, from 9AM until 4PM in Space 42 Arena, Al Raha, Abu Dhabi.
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⁨ . نفخر بتعاوننا مع مصرف الإمارات المركزي، ومعهد الإمارات المالي، ودائرة التمكين الحكومي، في...

. شارك #مجلس_تنافسية_الكوادر_الإماراتية في معرض التوظيف 2025، الذي نظمته جامعة الإمارات العربية المتحدة تحت شعار "طريقك إلى المستقبل". تعكس هذه المشاركة التزامنا الراسخ بدعم الكفاءات الوطنية، وتمكينها من الوصول إلى فرص مهنية وتدريبية، تلبي طموحاتها وتواكب احتياجات سوق العمل. The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council participated in the 2025 Career Fair, organized by the United Arab Emirates University under the theme "Your Path to the Future." This participation reflects our firm commitment to supporting national talents and empowering them to access professional and training opportunities that meet their aspirations and align with the needs of the labor market. #ETCC
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. شارك #مجلس_تنافسية_الكوادر_الإماراتية في معرض التوظيف 2025، الذي نظمته جامعة الإمارات العربية المتحدة تحت شعار...

في #يوم_المرأة_الإماراتية هذا العام، نفتخر بإنجازات بنات الإمارات، ونحن نحتفل تحت شعار "يداً بيد نحتفي بالخمسين"، الذي يعكس عمق الشراكة المجتمعية ويجسد تقدير القيادة الرشيدة لدور المرأة في مسيرة بناء الوطن وتقدمه. إننا في هذا اليوم نؤكد التزامنا الكامل بدعم المرأة وتمكينها في جميع القطاعات، انطلاقاً من إيماننا بأن تقدم الأمم لا يكتمل إلا بمشاركة فاعلة ومتساوية بين الجميع، وبأن المرأة هي ركيزة أساسية في بناء مستقبل مزدهر ومستدام. #مجلس_تنافسية_الكوادر_الإماراتية
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في #يوم_المرأة_الإماراتية هذا العام، نفتخر بإنجازات بنات الإمارات، ونحن نحتفل تحت شعار "يداً بيد نحتفي...

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. في #اليوم_العالمي_للشباب، نحن لا نكتفي بالرهان على الشباب، بل نعمل معهم لصنع مستقبل أكثر...

شارك مجلس تنافسية الكوادر الإماراتية بفخر ضمن لجنة تحكيم برنامج “أجيال السياحة” – المخيم الصيفي 2025، الذي نظمته دائرة الثقافة والسياحة – أبوظبي. يأتي هذا التعاون في إطار دعم جهود تمكين الكوادر الوطنية الشابة، وتعزيز وعيهم بفرص العمل المستقبلية في القطاع السياحي، تماشيًا مع رؤية الدولة لبناء اقتصاد معرفي ومستدام قائم على الكفاءات الوطنية. The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council proudly took part as a judging panel member in the “Tourism Generations” Summer Camp 2025, organized by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi. This collaboration reflects our ongoing commitment to empowering young national talents and raising their awareness of future career opportunities in the tourism sector, in line with the UAE’s vision for a knowledge-based and sustainable economy driven by national competencies.
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شارك مجلس تنافسية الكوادر الإماراتية بفخر ضمن لجنة تحكيم برنامج “أجيال السياحة” – المخيم الصيفي...

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. قدم #مجلس_تنافسية_الكوادر_الإماراتية ورشة توعوية استهدفت الباحثين عن عمل في منطقة الظفرة، وذلك في مجمع...

في إطار استراتيجيتنا لتعزيز استقرار الكوادر الوطنية، وتمكينها من التخطيط لمستقبل مالي آمن، وبالتعاون بين #مجلس_تنافسية_الكوادر_الإماراتية والهيئة العامة للمعاشات والتأمينات الاجتماعية، تمّ إطلاق مشروع “وفره” عبر منصة #نافس. يهدف المشروع إلى ترسيخ ثقافة التخطيط المالي الاستباقي، ورفع الوعي المالي لدى المواطنين العاملين في القطاع الخاص، ما يعزز من استقرارهم المالي والاجتماعي على المدى الطويل. As part of our strategy to enhance the stability of national talent and empower them to plan for a secure financial future, and in collaboration between the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council and the General Pension and Social Security Authority, the “Wafra” project has been launched through the Nafis platform. The project aims to promote a culture of proactive financial planning and raise financial awareness among Emirati nationals working in the private sector, thereby enhancing their long-term financial and social stability. #ETCC @gpssaae
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في إطار استراتيجيتنا لتعزيز استقرار الكوادر الوطنية، وتمكينها من التخطيط لمستقبل مالي آمن، وبالتعاون بين...

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