Sana'a: The first Yemeni Engineers Forum was held in the capital Sana'a on Tuesday under the theme "The Yemeni Engineer Between Education and the Labor Market: Building a Career Path Towards the Future," as part of the activities of the Fifth Construction and Building Exhibition. The forum aimed to create a space for exchanging ideas among engineers, experts, and those interested in the engineering sector, contributing to discussions on professional issues and exploring development opportunities in the field.
According to Yemen News Agency, the forum also aimed to highlight the engineer's role in supporting development, encourage young engineers to develop their professional skills and keep pace with labor market demands, and foster a spirit of cooperation and professional relationships among participants. The forum targeted engineers from various specializations, engineering students and graduates, contracting and engineering consulting companies, investors and businesspeople in the construction sector, academics, and professional trainers.
At the forum, Ministry undersecretary of Transport and Public Works for the Works Sector Engineer Ali Rajih presented a paper titled "The Engineer's Career Path: Between Individual Aspiration and the Reality of Available Opportunities," in which he reviewed the labor market's requirements for engineering professionals. He emphasized the importance of developing practical experience and the necessity for engineering education to align with labor market demands. He also highlighted the role of relevant authorities in preparing engineers for the job market and enhancing their professional competence.
In a second paper, Engineer and Sana'a University Professor Aref Al-Shuja' addressed the difficulties faced by architecture graduates in their first three years of work, the extent to which current engineering education meets labor market demands, and its shortcomings. He explained that acquiring skills and experience is essential for engineers after graduation, as skills are what shape the engineers of tomorrow. He also stressed the importance of continuous learning and keeping abreast of developments in their field to ensure continued success in the job market.
Engineer Hussein al-Muqdi presented a paper on post-graduation experiences, practical challenges, and how to build a successful career path. He also presented a paper on real estate development companies, addressing the current state and investment opportunities in the engineering sector in Yemen, and the challenges hindering the private sector's expansion in housing projects targeting middle- and low-income individuals. Dr. Nadia Al-Kawkabani participated via Zoom with a presentation on the role of engineers in developing the engineering sector.