Mashreq Bank has unveiled ‘Reignite’, its new Returning Women programme for female professionals wishing to resume their careers after a break. Backed by a successful launch in the Indian region driven by Mashreq Global Network, the programme is all set to be rolled out across global locations.
Furthering the diversity and inclusion agenda, the initiative is suitable for any woman who has the right skill set and is looking to rejoin the workforce. From junior to senior level associates, ‘Reignite’ targets a diverse group of female professionals.
The programme will apply to qualified women who have taken a hiatus of at least 12 months from full-time employment because of maternity, elderly care, family responsibilities, or pursuing higher studies.
To ensure each returnee is part of a personalised and meaningful journey at the organisation, they will be classified based on their skill set, experience, and the training they will require to deliver in their chosen roles.
In the ‘Reignite’ programme, Mashreq has charted a well-structured return-to-work plan for women at all levels with a focus on training, mentoring, and upskilling the participants so that they can competently take on their prior job responsibilities.
Through its extensive network of professionals, the Bank will provide opportunities for hands-on training and access to comprehensive leadership development modules. Eligible candidates can apply to any of the current vacancies at Mashreq across the globe.
“The well-being of a diverse workforce affects employee morale, which has a direct impact on service delivery, quality of output, and customer satisfaction,” said Ahmed Abdelaal, Group CEO of Mashreq.
“The initiative will enable us to identify and develop the best of untapped female talent in the market while creating new career opportunities for women to empower them.”
The programme strengthens Mashreq’s commitment to building a diverse and robust workforce by tapping into a motivated talent pool across the globe through a variety of initiatives and industry-first practices.
The bank has implemented several development programs for women, focusing on hiring women for senior management roles. Mashreq’s leadership team is dedicated to supporting women in building their careers at the company.
