Carrefour UAE , owned and operated by Majid Al Futtaim, has launched its Masarat Programme – a bespoke growth initiative for Emirati frontliners, future team leaders, department heads and store managers.
The scheme comes alongside an announcement that the retailer has recruited more than 1000 UAE Nationals since 2021 and is on target to achieve its goal of 3000 by 2026.
COO, GCC, at Majid Al Futtaim Retail, Bernardo Perloiro, said: “Masarat will offer a direct route to success for thousands of talented and ambitious Emiratis, including development, training and upskilling opportunities.
“In partnership with NAFIS, our Masarat Programme is an exciting and supportive stepping stone from which 3,000 new national colleagues will be able to launch and pursue successful careers within retail by 2026. We remain committed to supporting the growth of all Carrefour colleagues, recognising that our people remain our greatest asset.”
Facilitated by Carrefour’s Retail Business School, successful Emirati applicants will receive skills-based training and mentoring from Majid Al Futtaim Retail’s world-class learning partners.
The initiative aligns with the UAE government’s AFIS programme, which aims to support UAE nationals who choose to pursue a career in the private sector as part of the federal Projects of the 50 series.
The Masarat programme will be split into five key stages, beginning with frontline roles and moving through to the district management level to enhance cross-functional expertise.
Participants will be rewarded with financial incentives and opportunities to advance their careers.
