Dubai, UAE — December 2025 — The UAE’s Ministry of Finance has been formally certified as a “Great Place to Work,” securing a prestigious international benchmark for workplace excellence.
This accolade, awarded by the global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work, follows a rigorous and independent employee survey.
According to the Emirates News Agency, it stands as a direct reflection of the ministry’s strategic focus on cultivating a high-performance environment rooted in trust, mutual respect, and the empowerment of its staff.
In a formal statement, the ministry affirmed that this recognition underscores its deep commitment to implementing international best practices in human capital management.
It further signals the ministry’s dedication to providing a supportive institutional atmosphere that actively promotes employee wellbeing, continuous professional development, and meaningful organisational engagement.
The certification also shines a light on the ministry’s broader efforts to build an innovative and efficient operational culture, aligning with national priorities to develop a resilient, agile, and future-ready government.
Commenting on the achievement, Fatima Yousif Alnaqbi, Acting Assistant Undersecretary for the Support Services Sector, stated: “This certification is a testament to our ongoing commitment to creating a transparent, empowering work environment and strengthening the collaborative partnership between leadership and staff. It is a key milestone in our journey toward institutional excellence.”
Alnaqbi further elaborated on the ministry’s philosophy, adding: “We attach utmost importance to investing in our human resources ecosystem, building capabilities, and adopting global best practices in talent management. This is essential for achieving our strategic objectives, enhancing our readiness for future challenges, and solidifying our reputation as a magnet for top talent.”
The Great Place to Work certification is internationally recognised and is awarded exclusively to organisations that demonstrate exceptionally high levels of employee satisfaction and trust.
The assessment is based primarily on direct and confidential employee feedback, gathered through a globally standardized methodology, making this achievement a powerful indicator of the ministry’s internal culture and employee sentiment.
