Starwood joins Abu Dhabi's nationalisation efforts

Starwood Hotels & Resorts has joined TCA Abu Dhabi’s Khibrati programme to provide part time jobs to undergraduate UAE nationals.

The Khibrati programme is designed to encourage nationalisation of careers in the hospitality sector by providing students opportunities for training and part time positions in the industry while they continue their studies.

Commenting on the operator’s participation in the programme, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide regional director of human resources – Middle East Stuart Thomson said: “We look forward to our collaboration with Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority on the Khibrati nationalisation programme. We will be working alongside TCA to put together a programme plan that would best suit undergraduate students during their full-time studies.

“Specially tailored part time jobs are being developed aimed at yielding rich experiences for the participants with one of the leading hospitality brands in the world, as well as motivating and educating them about the hospitality industry.”

The programme commenced on March 12, and will continue for a year.