The Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa), represented by the Human Resources Department, has won the ATD Best Awards 2024 by the US-based Association for Talent Development (ATD).
This accolade recognises organisations that exemplify best practices in education, staff development and talent management, a Kahramaa statement said.
Founded in 1943, ATD is one of the largest entities in the field of training and talent development and has boasted numerous partnerships with training providers globally.
Kahramaa’s recognition at the association’s annual conference places it among the elite institutions and companies worldwide. The award spotlights the ‘Best Learning and Development Strategy for Individuals and Talents’ celebrating initiatives that significantly impact business success.
Najlaa al-Buanain, manager of Human Resources Department said Kahramaa regards the human cadre as the corporation’s lifeblood. “Our commitment is to foster an effective, engaging educational and developmental environment, empowering our staff to develop their skills and talents.
"This enhances efficiency and productivity, benefiting both our employees and Kahramaa. This award will undoubtedly give us a strong motivation to refine our strategy further and concentrate on skill development for our staff reflecting the corporation’s vision and goals," she added.
“In recent years, we have dedicated ourselves to evolving Kahramaa’s training and development strategy. We’ve embraced modern methodologies and the finest global practices to advance our staff’s capabilities, moving beyond conventional learning models,’’ said Fatima al-Abdullah, head of Training, Development and Qatarisation at Kahramaa.