Public Authority for Applied Education and Training Launches First Sessions of 'Irtiqa' Program for Staff Skill Development
The Public Authority for Applied Education and Training has launched the first sessions of the 'Irtiqa' program to develop staff skills and enhance their professional competencies
Translated by Qiyas from السياسة — Original source
Al-Fajam: Professionalism Requires Discipline, Integrity, Accountability, and Continuous Training
The first training sessions under the “Irtiqa” program, titled “Irtiqa and Ambition,” launched at the Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (PAAET). The sessions were delivered by the Authority’s Director General, Dr. Hassan Mohammed Al-Fajam, as part of efforts to develop human resources, enhance employees’ capabilities, and strengthen their professional competencies, thereby contributing to improved job performance and institutional excellence.
The course covered the concept of professionalism in the workplace and the importance of developing professional skills and competencies. Dr. Al-Fajam emphasized that professional success does not rely solely on academic qualifications, intelligence, and skills, but also requires diligence, discipline, continuous training, and the ability to apply knowledge and experience to accomplish tasks efficiently and with mastery.
He explained that a professional employee is characterized by professional competence, job integrity, accountability, initiative in problem-solving, teamwork, flexibility, and commitment. He stressed the importance of sincerity in performing job duties, whether under supervision or in its absence.
He pointed out the need to strengthen employees’ sense of responsibility and focus on achieving results and objectives, rather than merely executing routine procedures. He emphasized the importance of finding appropriate solutions and alternatives to address challenges, boost productivity, and improve service quality.
Dr. Al-Fajam reaffirmed the importance of investing in human resource development, noting that the professional employee is the cornerstone of institutional excellence. He added that enhancing individual performance positively reflects on the institution’s efficiency and contributes to achieving its goals and future aspirations.
At the conclusion of the course, Dr. Al-Fajam honored his office director Fatima Al-Kandari, Farah Al-Badr, head of the Director General’s technical office, Ahmed Murad and Naif Al-Salem from the Dean of Admissions and Registration, and Noura Al-Rumaih from the Public Relations and Media Department, in recognition of their efforts and contributions to developing the work environment.
The “Irtiqa” program is part of the Authority’s initiatives to promote continuous professional development through short, focused training courses covering artificial intelligence, strategic planning, time management, professional behavior, public communication, and handling work-related stress. The program aims to equip staff to meet work requirements and achieve excellence.
