To attract Saudi talented women to the world of commerce, retail franchise operator Alshaya Group has launched the recruitment initiative Make Your Moment in cooperation with the Human Resources Development Fund in the country.
The project affirms the company’s commitment to investing in the capabilities of Saudi youth and improving their careers, in line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
General manager of Alshaya Group in Saudi Arabia, Faisal Alshaya, said: “We are very proud of our cooperation with the Human Resources Development Fund, which has attributed to the success of launching the project.
“Attracting, retaining and empowering Saudi citizens and providing them with the tools necessary for development and growth in various fields is a priority for us, especially when it comes to supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 and stimulating Saudi economic growth.”
Currently, Alshaya runs professional training and mentoring programs to ensure that Saudi nationals develop the skills they need during their career path.
So far, the company has attracted around 4,000 Saudi females to work in Alshaya Group’s brands such as Mothercare, H&M, American Eagle, Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works, West Elm and Vision Express.
Regional director of the Human Resources Department in Saudi Arabia, Abdullah Faisal, said: “We are keen to develop the capabilities and talents of Saudi men and women alike and prepare them for the future of the Saudi market, characterised by its rapid changes, reflected in our own growth plans in the Kingdom both in stores and our e-commerce business.
“We also appreciate their diverse skills and the passion and interest they have shown for work and desire for development.”
Established in Kuwait in 1890, Alshaya Group is a family-owned franchise operator, present in the Mena region, Turkey and Europe.
Its portfolio covers fashion, food, health & beauty, pharmacy, home furnishings and leisure & entertainment.
