The Ministry of Communications launches the Technical Competencies Forum to empower youth
In a strategic move aimed at bridging the gap between educational outcomes and the rapidly evolving needs of the labor market, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology the “Technical Talents Forum” via a state-of-the-art virtual platform. This initiative aims to empower young Saudi talent and connect them with quality job opportunities in the communications and information technology sector, as well as raise the practical skills of job seekers to meet international standards.
An interactive platform for building the digital future
This forum serves as a vital link, connecting leading local and international technology companies with job seekers in a fully integrated digital environment. Its role extends beyond mere recruitment, encompassing interactive workshops and specialized mentoring sessions. These sessions aim to refine the technical and professional skills of participants and foster direct communication between national talent and decision-makers in the private sector, thus facilitating their entry into the digital job market.
The context of digital transformation and Vision 2030
This event cannot be viewed in isolation from the massive economic and technological transformation underway in Saudi Arabia. The launch of the forum is an extension of the Ministry's tireless efforts to support human capital, which is the cornerstone of the "Human Capability Development" program, one of the programs for achieving the Kingdom's Vision 2030. Through these initiatives, the Kingdom seeks to build a sustainable, knowledge-based digital economy, where the communications and information technology sector is considered the primary driver of growth in other sectors.
Expected economic and social impact
The “Technical Talents Forum” is of paramount importance at both the local and regional levels. It directly contributes to reducing unemployment rates among graduates in technical fields and supports localization (Saudization) policies in high-value jobs. By developing a national workforce capable of leading the digital landscape, the Kingdom enhances its international competitiveness in innovation, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, thereby reducing reliance on foreign expertise and achieving self-sufficiency in managing critical digital infrastructure.
In closing, the Ministry reiterated its invitation to all those interested in benefiting from the promising opportunities offered by the forum to visit the virtual platform and view the schedule of available programs and workshops via the official link , stressing that investing in skills is the best way to ensure a successful professional future.
