Dubai: As part of its ongoing mission to build and enhance the leadership capabilities of its participants, and within the ‘Session with a Leader’ pillar, the Mohammed bin Hamad Leadership Development Program conducted a leadership session delivered by Lt. General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director-General of the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai).
According to Emirates News Agency, during the session, Lt. General Al Marri presented key insights from his leadership and professional journey, highlighting the pivotal milestones that shaped his vision of institutional work. The session took place at the GDRFA Dubai headquarters, attended by Dr. Ali bin Naye’ Al Teneiji, Director of the Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi Council, and Dr. Ali bin Sebaa Al Marri, Executive President of the Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government. This gathering reflects the program’s commitment to fostering direct engagement between participants and prominent national leaders, enabling the transfer of practical experience and accumulated knowledge.
During the session, Lt. General Al Marri discussed the defining stages of his leadership career, his methodology for enhancing team effectiveness and decision-making, and the importance of foresight in developing systems and services. He also emphasised the role of institutional values and innovation in strengthening government performance and achieving organisational excellence, sharing lessons learned that have guided key transformational initiatives within GDRFA Dubai.
Dr. Ali bin Naye’ Al Teneiji affirmed that, in line with the directives of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, leadership sessions hold a central position within the program due to their impact in enriching participants’ knowledge and bridging the gap between theory and practice. He praised the leadership insights presented by Lt. General Al Marri, which reflect a successful model of government leadership.
Dr. Ali bin Sebaa Al Marri stated the role that specialised leadership programs play in supplying the government sector with qualified national talent aligns with their mission to enhance government excellence and develop leadership skills. He added that direct engagement with seasoned leaders offers participants ‘living knowledge,’ helping shape their character to become positive change-makers aligned with the UAE’s vision.
Lt. General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri emphasised that investing in young leaders is a fundamental pillar of government development, noting that institutional success begins with preparing teams that possess a clear vision, strong values, and the ability to make effective decisions. He said that supporting leadership development programs reflects the UAE’s commitment to empowering national talent and strengthening their readiness to lead future projects.
Participants expressed their appreciation for the session, noting that it provided valuable insights that enriched their learning journey and deepened their understanding of effective leadership and institutional work. The session aligns with the program’s objectives to prepare a generation capable of leading strategic and transformational projects and enhancing the readiness of Fujairah’s youth, in line with the vision of the UAE leadership to empower national competencies and shape the future.