Ooredoo Qatar has celebrated the graduation of 25 Qatari professionals from the first cohort of the “Jahiz Leadership Development Programme”, alongside 15 emerging talents from the “Rehlati Developees Programme”.

The “Jahiz Leadership Development Programme” offered a comprehensive journey that included five in-person learning modules led by global faculty.

Participants engaged in a series of advanced courses on “Personal Leadership & Success”, “Strategic Thinking”, “Digital Transformation”, “Creating Breakthrough Customer Experiences”, and “Leading Growth Strategy”, further enriched by partnerships with renowned institutions like the MIT, Kellogg, and TUCK Business Schools.

One of the programme’s defining features was the “Action Learning Projects (ALPs)”, in which participants tackled live strategic imperatives for Ooredoo Qatar.

Using a “Design Thinking” approach, they developed innovative solutions, proofs of concept (POC), and scalable recommendations for implementation, guided by global faculty and mentorship from Ooredoo’s CXO (chief experience officer) team.

The “Rehlati Developees Programme” is a year-long structured development journey designed for fresh Qatari graduates, equipping them with foundational skills and leadership competencies.

It incorporates the following pillars:

m Education-based Development: participants underwent training in “Personal Effectiveness”, “Professional Skills”, and “Basic Leadership Skills”
m Experience-based Development: participants developed “Business Leadership Skills” through exposure to various business functions, solving live business problems, and presenting innovative solutions. They were supported by internal coaches to navigate challenges and provide guidance
m Reflection: a quarterly review process with the participants and their line managers ensured consistent feedback on progress and development.

“The Jahiz Programme is an outstanding example of our commitment to nurturing Qatari talent,” said Ooredoo Qatar chief executive Sheikh Ali bin Jabor bin Mohammed al-Thani. “By investing in our people, we are building a strong, resilient organisation ready for the future.”

“This ceremony marks a milestone in Ooredoo Qatar’s development initiatives,” said chief human resources and administration officer Mariam Hassan al-Hajri. “The Jahiz and Rehlati programmes collectively demonstrate our dedication to cultivating Qatari leaders through intensive training, strategic project work, and structured development pathways.”

“We are incredibly proud of the achievements of all participants,” she said.