The Madinah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in cooperation with the Ministry of Tourism and the Human Resources Development Fund ("Hadaf"), yesterday organized the Tourism Employment Forum, part of efforts to raise Saudization rates in tourism jobs and boost the development of the tourism and hospitality sector in the region.

Held at the chamber's main headquarters, the forum drew strong attendance from jobseekers in tourism and hospitality, with more than 270 jobs on offer through the participation of 16 private-sector entities, which presented a range of opportunities for qualified Saudi talent.

Forum Goals:

  • Developing human capabilities: raising the skills of the tourism workforce and preparing specialized national talent in line with labor market needs in tourism and hospitality.
  • Boosting Saudization: supporting sustainable employment opportunities in tourism and hospitality, in keeping with the national vision for the sector.
  • Highlighting Madinah as a global destination: the forum supports Madinah's standing as a city named among the world's top 100 tourist destinations for 2024, thanks to its rich historical legacy and geographic diversity that enrich the tourism experience.

Quality Opportunities in a Vital Sector:

The forum drew more than 600 candidates, reflecting Saudi youth's interest in job opportunities in tourism, one of Madinah's most vital sectors. Attendees also took part in specialized workshops aimed at developing professional skills to match market needs.

Sustainable Cooperation:

These efforts are part of a broader framework of cooperation between government and private entities to develop the tourism and hospitality sector and raise sustainable employment opportunities, in line with Saudi Vision 2030's goals of strengthening tourism's role as a key contributor to the national economy.