Manama, 26 January 2015

VIVA Bahrain, through its Corporate Social Responsibility arm, VIVA Jusoor, announced its sponsorship of "Career Hunters" which is being organized by the University of Bahrain (UOB). The event, which has been going on for eleven years at the UOB, will run from February 1st to 5th.

In line with its mission to develop the Bahraini workforce, VIVA has been actively focusing on providing training opportunities to graduates seeking a successful professional career. The event, held under the patronage of Dr. Haya Bint Ali Bin Hassan Al-Noaimi, Vice-President for Community Service and Alumni Affairs, includes five workshops led by VIVA executives from various disciplines; employability skills and self-assessment, networking, writing their CV and cover letter, job interviews, work ethics, and workplace visits.

Commenting on VIVA's sponsorship of the "Career Hunters", Eng. Ulaiyan Al Wetaid, VIVA Bahrain Chief Executive Officer said, "We are pleased to announce our sponsorship of the 'Career Hunters Programme' organized by the University of Bahrain, further confirming the trust VIVA has in local talent and our focus to help develop the Bahraini workforce of the future."

"VIVA is strongly committed to participating in activities that promote employment and career counseling opportunities for Bahraini nationals with a view to develop and enhance their professional career path. Contributing to the local community is an essential component of our company's future roadmap," he added further.

Interested graduates can either visit VIVA's stand at "Career Hunters" or visit its website, careers.viva.com.bh to get more information on the training programs available. 

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For more information please contact:
Latifa Al Shakar
1756 1725
latifa.alshakar@ogilvy.com

Pooja Rekhi Sharma
1756 1723
Pooja.Sharma@ogilvy.com

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