The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources announced the launch of the “Your Time Counts” initiative in collaboration with the Ministry of Community Empowerment and the Emirates Foundation, aiming to promote a culture of volunteerism among Federal Government employees and encourage them to dedicate their time and expertise to serving the community. Objectives: The “Your Time Counts” initiative aims to: Encourage Federal Government employees to participate in organized volunteer work. Promote a culture of giving and social responsibility within the government work environment. Enable employees to contribute their expertise and skills in service of the community. Support national efforts to promote volunteerism and maximize its positive impact on society. How to Participate: Federal Government employees can participate in the initiative by: 1. Registering on the National Volunteer Platform. 2. Browsing available volunteer opportunities on the Platform. 3. Selecting a suitable volunteer opportunity and participating in it. 4. Documenting volunteer hours electronically through the platform. Recording Volunteer Hours: Volunteer hours for participating employees are documented through the National Volunteer Platform. These hours are also counted as motivational points within the Federal Government employees’ performance management system “Injazati”, in recognition of their community contributions and to encourage continued participation in volunteer work. To view the mechanisms and guidelines for volunteer work for Federal Government employees, click here. To learn more about the initiative and how to participate, click
The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources has launched the Future Talents Project as a smart strategic ecosystem aimed at preparing a sustainable generation of young national leaders and enabling federal entities to systematically invest in future talent. As part of this initiative, the Authority introduced the “Future Talents” platform, powered by AI, to enhance investment in young federal human capital. The platform represents a qualitative leap in unifying the methodology for discovering, developing, and empowering promising young talents, strengthening government readiness for future requirements, and reinforcing the UAE’s direction toward a knowledge-based economy built on efficiency and innovation. It also supports the development of the federal human capital ecosystem as a key pillar in shaping the future of government work. What is the “Future Talents” Platform? It is a smart digital platform powered by AI designed to implement the General Framework for Managing Future Talents and transform it from a strategic framework into a measurable operational model through: Automating the talent journey management from identification to retention. Integration with the “Bayanati” system and the “Jahiz” platform. Providing data and analytical indicators to support decision-making. Role of the Platform Serve as a unified reference for monitoring and managing promising young talents at the federal government level. Standardize methodologies for talent identification, development, and empowerment across federal entities. Strengthen national integration in nurturing and developing talents. Targets The platform targets Human Resources departments in federal ministries and entities, enabling them to manage promising talents and build future leaders capable of contributing to strategic government projects. General Framework for Future Talents The platform launch is supported by the General Framework for Managing Future Talents in the Federal Government, which aims to create a government environment that attracts and empowers youth and involves them in shaping the future of government work. To view the General Framework for Managing Future Talents in the Federal Government, click here. To access the “Future Talents” platform, click here. To view the User Guide for the General Framework for Future Talents in the Federal Government, click here. To view the Future Talent Orientation Presentation and learn more about the platform, click here (Available in Arabic
“Future Step” Portal Your first step towards your future The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) has launched the “Future Step” portal, an AI-powered platform designed to enhance practical training for fresh graduates and university students in federal government entities. The portal helps refine skills and prepare young talents for the future job market, in line with UAE Vision 2031. What the Portal Offers: Access and apply for training opportunities across federal entities. Track applications and training progress online. AI-powered matching of skills to suitable opportunities for a smoother training experience. Objectives: Support and qualify national talents. Develop practical skills for graduates and students. Enhance professional readiness. Foster a culture of experiential learning. Training Duration: 3 months Key Roles: Students/Graduates: Register, complete training, and document achievements. Federal Entities: Provide opportunities, supervise training, and evaluate performance. Educational Institutions: Coordinate academically and support students. FAHR: Maintain the portal and ensure its strategic goals are met. Using the Portal: Trainees go through several stages, starting with creating a personal account and browsing available training opportunities, followed by submitting an electronic application, obtaining entity approval, beginning the training, monitoring performance, and finally submitting achievement reports for the program. Please note that training does not guarantee direct employment and should not conflict with academic schedules. To view the Student Training and Operations Guide for the federal government, click here To access the “Future Step” portal, click
The program aims to: Empower government employees with modern tools and up-to-date knowledge. Enhance job performance efficiency while fostering flexibility and innovation in the workplace. Support professional growth and institutional sustainability. Prepare cadres capable of keeping pace with future changes and leading development pathways. Learning by Practice in Global Work Environments This experience enables participants to: Engage directly with international experts and specialists. Apply modern concepts in a real, practical context. Transfer expertise and utilize acquired skills within government work environments. Alignment with the Global 70/20/10 Learning Model The Program aligns with the Authority’s training and development framework, which is based on the globally recognized 70/20/10 model, as follows: 70% learning through hands-on practice in advanced work environments. 20% interactive learning through mentoring and knowledge exchange with international experts. 10% structured learning through formal training programs. This model helps link learning outcomes to actual work needs and builds high-impact capabilities in leadership, innovation, and future skills. A Partnership Supporting the UAE’s Vision for the Government of the Future The launch of the program comes as part of the Authority’s strategy to strengthen partnerships with the private sector and build an innovative knowledge ecosystem aimed at developing national talent and transferring global best practices in government management and institutional innovation. This supports the UAE’s vision of building a future-ready government that is agile, competitive, and capable of keeping pace with rapid