The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Industry is on the verge of revealing a comprehensive plan designed to enhance human potential within the industrial and mining sectors. Eng. Faris Alsaqabi, the Deputy Minister for Human Capacity Development, shared insights on the imminent launch of this strategic initiative.
Strategic Development of Human Potential
With a completed strategy in hand, the Ministry is poised to back the development of national programs that aim to foster its ambitions. Eng. Alsaqabi highlighted this progress during an evaluative visit to the Food Industries Institute in Al-Kharj, which focused on advancements in training and the integration of Saudi nationals into the workforce.
Commitment to Job Creation and Training
Eng. Alsaqabi underscored the Ministry’s commitment to generating approximately 2.1 million new roles in the industrial and mining arenas. The Ministry is actively pursuing the education and preparation of workers to meet industry needs.
Partnerships with Educational Institutions
The Ministry has initiated talks with various Saudi universities and institutions to streamline the process of qualifying individuals and cultivating necessary skills for industry support. Notable collaborations include the establishment of the Department of Mining Engineering at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, along with efforts at Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University to propel women’s participation in the sector.
Fostering Industry-Academia Synergy
Additionally, the Ministry is working alongside the Ministry of Education to imbue the education system with a culture reflective of the Industrial Revolution. This includes enriching school curricula with market-demanded skills, particularly those relevant to the technologies emerging from the Fourth Industrial Revolution and their impact on the sectors in question.
Sustainability in Learning and Development
The Agency of the Ministry for Human Capacity Development emphasizes a sustainable approach to learning, which takes root as early as kindergarten and extends throughout one’s life. This strategy ensures that the workforce remains adept, equipped with the latest competencies brought forth by the transformative effects of advanced industrial technologies.
