Mohammed issues decrees on boards of various entities

According to Decree No. (28) of 2021, the Board of Directors of Dubai Women Establishment (DWE) is chaired by the Managing Director of DWE Mona Ghanem Al Marri

In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued a series of decrees on the Boards of Directors of various organisations.

The new decrees include Decree No. (31) of 2021 on the Board of Trustees of British University in Dubai; Decree No. (29) of 2021 on the Board of Directors of Dubai Cares; Decree No. (28) on the Board of Directors of Dubai Women Establishment; and Decree No. (30) on the Board of Directors of Watani Al Emarat Foundation.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF BRITISH UNIVERSITY IN DUBAI: According to Decree No. (31) of 2021, Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum chairs the Board of Trustees of British University in Dubai, while the head of the University serves as the ViceChairman. Other members of the Board include Hussain Hassan Mirza Al Sayegh, Ahmad Buti Al Muhairbi, Sheikha Hind Ali Rashid Al Mualla, and a representative each of Dubai Holding; British Council in Dubai and the Northern Emirates; Emirates NBD; Rolls-royce International Ltd.; the British Business Group; and Atkins.

The Board of Trustees will serve for three years starting from the effective date of this Decree. The responsibilities of the Board of Trustees are outlined in the Articles of Association of the University as per Law No. (5) of 2003 on the establishment of British University in Dubai. Decree No. 31 is effective from its date of publication in the Official Gazete.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF DUBAI CARES: As per Decree No. (29) of 2021, the Board of Directors of Dubai Cares is chaired by Reem Bint Ibrahim Al Hashemy while Tariq Mohammed Al Gurg serves as the Vice-chairman. Other members of the Board include Sami Ahmed Al Qamzi, Abdulla Mohammed Karam and Sultan Mohammed Al Shamsi. The Board serves for a renewable term of three years. This Decree replaces Decree No. (4) of 2018, on the restructuring of the Board of Directors of Dubai Cares.

The Decree annuls any other legislation that may contradict its provisions. The Decree is effective from its date of publication in the Official Gazete.

DUBAI WOMEN ESTABLISHMENT: According to Decree No. (28) of 2021, the Board of Directors of Dubai Women Establishment (DWE) is chaired by the Managing Director of DWE Mona Ghanem Al Marri while Hala Badri serves as Vice-chairperson. Other members of the Board include Huda Al Hashimi, Huda Buhumaid, Khawla Al Mehairi, Mona Bu Samra, Fahima Al Bastaki, Aljoud Lootah and Moaza Saeed Al Marri, in addition to the CEO of DWE. The Decree is effective from the date of its publication in the Official Gazete.

WATANI AL EMARAT FOUNDATION: His Highness also issued Decree No. (30) of 2021 on the Board of Directors of Watani Al Emarat Foundation. The Board is chaired by Tamim Mohammed Al Muhairi, and its members include Saeed Al Aweem who serves as Vice Chairman, Mohammed Al Theeb, Mohammed Al Hali, Dherar Humaid Belhoul, Abdulla Dhaaen Al Jatbi, and Mohammed Omar Al Tayer. The Decree is effective from its date of publication in the Official Gazete.

OPEN DAY FOR EMIRATI TALENT: In line with the UAE’S Emiratisation strategy, Emirates Institute for Banking and Financial Studies (EIBFS), a regional leader in banking and finance education and training, and Tanfeeth, a subsidiary of Emirates NBD, have organised an Open Day for Emirati job seekers in the banking and finance sector.

Drawing the participation of several candidates of UAE nationals, the event highlighted diverse job roles available in UAE banks and financial institutions in a wide variety of functions, such as operations, finance, transformation, customer service and collections. During the Open Day, 40 interviews were conducted, and several candidates were identified for existing vacancies as well as potential future openings.

Speaking about the Open Day, Jamal Al Jassmi, General Manager of EIBFS, said, “We are commited to contributing to realising the UAE government’s vision to build a knowledgebased economy through upskilling the national workforce in the banking sector. As part of our efforts, we are pleased to host the Open Day with Tanfeeth. This plaform enables us to identify promising UAE national candidates and connect them with the right job opportunities.”