WAQF Showcases Career Opportunities for UAE Nationals

The Careers UAE is a high-calibre event that enables talented UAE nationals in all fields to meet directly with recruiters and hiring managers from top employers within the diverse number of industries in the UAE representing both Government and the private sector.

Bisher Barazi, Managing Director of DIFC Investments LLC said: "In line with the Dubai Governments 2015 strategy to improve opportunities for UAE Nationals, the DIFC was delighted to welcome the support of Waqf at the Careers UAE fair. As the fastest growing sector in the region and a key contributor to the region's economy, the financial services industry offers many attractive career prospects for ambitious UAE Nationals. By joining the DIFC at the Careers UAE, Waqf reaffirmed its commitment to the social progress of the region and the development of its people."

Farhan Al Bastaki, CEO of Waqf added: "As a pioneering and innovative Shari'a based initiative, Waqf was delighted to support this initiative which we believe is of true benefit to the region's community and regional economy. As the world's first exclusive Islamic trust services provider with a strong regional presence, Waqf is committed to promoting the region's social development and supporting the progress of the local knowledge economy."

From the DIFC's 900 square metre pavilion, DIFC and Waqf offered individuals the opportunity to view the career opportunities and career development programmes they offer UAE nationals and showcased the DIFC's role in developing the region as a hub for financial services.

Established in December 2007, Waqf Trust Services is a global provider of Shari'a based trust services, offering a diverse range of trust structures for individual, corporate and charitable-based clients. The company's primary activities include preservation of family wealth through generations, asset protection, asset management, and Philanthropy management and administration.

Waqf's broad spectrum of services is designed to meet the needs of families, corporations and charitable trusts, allowing each to plan for the future wisely while adhering to Shari'a guidelines.