Ibtechar and UQ have signed an agreement to develop the framework that will work to advance common digital skills across all levels of the society by engaging schools, universities, businesses, and government entities.
As part of its commitment to fostering continuous improvement within the country, Ibtechar has entered into a strategic partnership with UQ. The partnership aims to lead the development and implementation of the ‘Common Digital Skills Framework’ in Qatar. To ensure digital skills are instilled in students from an early age, Ibtechar will collaborate with educational institutions and universities to integrate the Common Digital Skills Framework within their curriculum. A series of awareness and engagement campaigns will be held to raise awareness of the value of digital skills in an increasingly digital world.
The framework, which will be established under the sponsorship of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), will form an essential link between individuals, organizations, and training providers to evaluate, identify and address upskilling and reskilling needs of Qatar’s labor market in line with the evolving demands of the digital age. It will emphasize the critical value of common digital skills in enhancing the digital readiness and engagement of Qatar’s population, while significantly aiding the development of a digitally-empowered national workforce.
Commenting on the initiative, Nayef Al-Ibrahim, CEO and Co-founder, Ibtechar, said, “The project marks a significant step forward in our journey to facilitate Qatar’s transition into a knowledge-based society – as envisioned in the National Vision for 2030 – and foster the nation’s growth as a leader in digital literacy. We are thrilled to collaborate with our international partner, UQ, to achieve the long-term objectives of the framework in shaping a highly-competitive, and digitally-advanced workforce in Qatar, which will drive further innovation, efficiency and productivity in both the public and private sectors.”
Thierry Lescrauwaet, CEO, UQ, commented, “The framework holds tremendous value in today’s technology-driven world by providing a structured approach to adapt to technological advancements, empowering the workforce by enhancing digital skills, and increasing organizational competitiveness. It enables data-driven decision-making for individuals and organizations to enhance their efficiency in the dynamic digital environment.”
Over the next three and a half years, Ibtechar will work together with its international partners such as UQ to craft a comprehensive and culturally-relevant framework aligned with local needs and global standards. During the training phase, Ibtechar will focus its efforts on training educators, professionals, and the general public through a combination of workshops, online courses, and interactive sessions to cater to diverse learning needs and skills requirements. UQ will provide strategic support throughout the project focusing on designing standardized tests and validation processes.
