Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority Recognised As One Of The Best Workplaces For Women In GCC 2024

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has once again been recognised as a top workplace for women in the GCC for 2024. This accolade, awarded by the "Great Place to Work" organisation, highlights RAKTDA's dedication to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and empowered. The authority's approach focuses on equity-based talent management and career advancement opportunities.

The recognition comes shortly after RAKTDA was certified as a Great Place to Work for the fourth year in a row. It also secured a spot on the ‘Best Workplaces in the Middle East™ 2024’ list. These achievements underscore RAKTDA’s efforts to foster an inclusive culture. The authority's workforce in 2024 includes over 80 members from 27 nationalities, with a gender ratio of 43 women to 39 men.

Women hold significant leadership roles at RAKTDA, occupying five out of ten key positions. These roles include Director of Government Relations & Events, Vice President Finance & Corporate Services, Senior Director Human Resources, Vice President Commercial Gaming, and Vice President Marketing & Communications. This gender balance reflects the authority's commitment to promoting women into leadership positions.

Raki Phillips, CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, stated, "Being recognised on the ‘Best Workplaces for Women™ - GCC 2024’ list once again reflects our unwavering commitment to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. At RAKTDA, we go beyond just advocating for gender equity; we create clear pathways to ensure it. This award acknowledges the hard work and dedication of our entire team in building a culture that supports and elevates women in a workplace."

RAKTDA further demonstrates its supportive culture through family-friendly policies. The authority offers generous maternity and paternity leave that surpasses legal requirements. This approach not only attracts parents balancing work and family but also underscores the value placed on employee wellbeing.

These initiatives highlight RAKTDA’s commitment to creating a workplace that supports all employees equally. By fostering such an environment, the authority ensures that everyone has opportunities to succeed and advance in their careers while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

With inputs from WAM