Global software giant, Microsoft has launched Tomoh, a novel program devised to enable Emiratis to pursue careers in technology, in a bid to further accelerate employability and skills among the UAE nationals.
Tomoh provides Emirati students, graduates, and job seekers the opportunity to commence on a professional development route that involves Microsoft training and certification, and on-the-job experience.
The program was unveiled at a virtual event 23 held in the presence of Nasser bin Thani Al Hamli, Minister of Human Resources & Emiratisation.
It was attended by executives and senior officials from both the Ministry and Microsoft, along with participants who enrolled in the first batch of the ‘Tomoh’ program.
An MoU was also signed between Ahmad Yousuf Al Nasser, Assistant Undersecretary of the Ministry of Human Resources Development and Sayed Hashish, General Manager, Microsoft UAE for increasing collaboration on Emiratisation initiatives and commit to improving skillsets and employability amongst local talent of the country.
Nasser bin Thani Al-Hamli Minister of Human Resources & Emiratisation – UAE
“Tomoh will contribute to the efforts of empowering young citizens in increasing their competitiveness in the technology sector and lead to its rapid growth in the UAE.” Nasser bin Thani Al-Hamli Minister of Human Resources & Emiratisation, UAE
The initiative reaffirms Microsoft’s dedication towards Emiratization efforts that are centered on evolving partnerships between the government and private sectors.
“Tomoh is aligned with our strategic goals of Emiratisation as it provides appropriate training opportunities for citizens, whether students or researchers on the job, developing and honing their skills, and enhancing their employment opportunities in one of the world’s leading technology companies,” stated the minister.
He urged the youth of the country to make the most of the chances that are available to them to equip themselves with skills of the digital revolution and technologies such as artificial intelligence to contribute effectively to the future of the country.
Sayed Hashish GM – Microsoft (UAE)
“With a shared vision to support the government’s Emiratisation efforts, Tomoh is a unique initiative designed to boost employability amongst Emirati youth by equipping them with globally recognized skills.”
“Together, we will empower local talent with technical specialties and work experience to pursue careers in both, public and private sectors,” he added.
