NBAD appoints new Head of Human Resources

Mr. Hassan, a UAE national, graduated from Pacific University, USA, with a degree in Business Administration and an MBA from Hull University, UK. He has a wealth of experience gained from high level positions held during 18 years in banking and oil and gas sectors.

In his new role as head of NBAD's Human Resources Group, Mr. Hassan will be responsible of meeting the ever-expanding and specialized demands in this field by attracting, developing and retaining the best, more talented and committed human assets who wish to work in a rewarding and challenging environment.

Commenting on Hassan's appointment, Mr. Abdulla Mohamed Saleh Abdul Raheem, senior general manager and chief operating officer, NBAD said: 'The appointment of Mr. Hassan comes in accordance with NBAD's policy of Emiratization and its continuous efforts to ensure progress of national cadres. Our firm commitment to increase the proportion of our UAE staff was demonstrated by hiring 171 UAE national during 2006 bringing the Emiratization rate at NBAD to nearly 30%.'

'During the last few years, NBAD's Human Resources Group has managed to attract and retain best cadres in the industry, which witness a strong competition, by motivating and rewarding top performers who constantly strive to enhance the business and provide best services to our esteemed customers. Having a thorough knowledge of human resources and business administration in addition to extensive banking background, Hassan is the suitable person to handle this challenging job' he added.

Ehab Anis Abdulla Hassan, Head of Human Resources Group, NBAD said: 'NBAD has a rich expertise and knowledge in providing customers with best services in the market, a matter that would not be achieved without strengthening and developing its human resources continuously'. 'The process of attracting, training and retaining best cadres and increasing the proportion of UAE nationals will continue in order to meet the demands of rapid growth of the banking and financial services sector in the UAE and underpin the growth of NBAD.'