Over 200 skilled Bahraini professionals join national experts’ platform

TDT | Manama

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More than 200 professionals have applied to join Bahrain’s National Platform for Bahrain Experts (Khobaraa), a scheme aimed at connecting skilled Bahrainis with opportunities in key sectors.

The committee overseeing the initiative met for the second time at the Ministry of Labour, chaired by Dr Essam Ismail Al Alawi, Director of Training and Manpower Development and head of the committee, to review applications and discuss plans to expand the database to a wider range of industries.

Bahrainouna

Bringing together officials from the Ministry of Labour, the Information and eGovernment Authority, and the Bahrainouna Executive Office, the meeting was part of efforts tied to the National Plan to Promote the Spirit of Belonging to the Nation and Reinforce the Values of Nationalism (Bahrainouna).

The discussion focused on the process for assessing applicants to the platform, which is designed to connect Bahrain’s skilled professionals with opportunities where their knowledge can be put to good use.

Applications

So far, 212 applications have been received, covering a mix of industries.

Of these, 71 are from banking, insurance and finance, while 21 come from the health sector.

Manufacturing industries account for six, information and communications have attracted 54, engineering has drawn 50, and the real estate field has seen 10 submissions.

Work on reviewing applications will begin soon, with applicants to be notified of the outcome once assessments are finalised.

Platform

The committee repeated its call for eligible Bahrainis to put their names forward and register for the platform.

It also stressed the need to bring in expertise from a broader range of fields, ensuring a well-rounded national record of skilled professionals.

The database is intended not just as a reference but as a means to recognise and connect people who have built careers in key sectors.

Know-how Officials pointed to Bahrain’s deep well of local talent and the value of tapping into that experience, whether to help younger generations or to strengthen industries that stand to benefit from proven know-how.

Bahrainis who meet the criteria outlined in the guideline manual can register through the official website, experts.bh. Enquiries can be directed to the Ministry of Labour at experts@mol.gov.bh