Ericsson and Mobily are collaborating on a skills development program in Saudi Arabia, designed to empower young people to develop their digital, professional and leadership skills and gain greater awareness of the career opportunities and pathways available within the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector.
The program brings together interactive learning sessions led by Ericsson and Mobily experts, combining practical learning with mentoring and career guidance to enrich participants’ experiences and enhance their readiness for future career pathways.
The program covers a range of areas, including career development and employability, artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies, leadership, communication, and problem-solving. Participants will also have the opportunity to learn more about ICT career opportunities and pathways through engagement with professionals from both companies.
Ericsson and Mobily will jointly design and deliver the program, with speakers and subject matter experts from both companies, bringing together practical knowledge and experience.
Mohammed Al Shammari Chief Human Recourse Officer at Mobily, says: “At Mobily, we believe that building a sustainable digital future starts with investing in promising national talent and empowering them to play an active role in shaping this future. Our collaboration with Ericsson reflects the importance of bringing efforts together to support the aspirations of Saudi youth and create an environment that enables them to gain greater exposure to the ICT sector and turn their ambitions into meaningful opportunities that contribute to the Kingdom’s digital transformation journey.”
Håkan Cervell, Saudi Arabia President at Ericsson, says: “Building digital skills and awareness can help young people prepare for opportunities across the ICT sector. By bringing together expertise from Ericsson and Mobily, this initiative aims to provide practical learning, mentoring and career insights that support youth development and digital inclusion in Saudi Arabia.”
The collaboration reflects Ericsson and Mobily’s commitment to continued joint efforts and knowledge sharing, enriching participants’ experiences, expanding opportunities for interaction and learning, and strengthening their engagement with specialized expertise in the ICT sector.
