Riyadh, January 21, 2024, The Expenditure and Projects Efficiency Authority (EXPRO) has secured the impressive third position nationwide in the 'Best Work Environment' accreditation for the year 2023, as conferred by the renowned 'Great Place to Work' Global Authority on Workplace Culture. This marks the second consecutive year that EXPRO has received this prestigious accolade, affirming its commitment to fostering an exceptional work culture and enhancing the overall employee experience.
In a press release, EXPRO highlighted that the recognition is a testament to its excellence in instilling a positive work environment culture. The achievement was determined through comprehensive employee opinion polls, supplemented by supporting documents elucidating EXPRO’s organizational culture and its approach to employee relations.
Reem Al-Rehaili, Vice President of Human Capital and Academy at EXPRO, expressed that clinching the third position at the national level underscores the maturity of EXPRO's work environment culture. She emphasized the authority's unwavering dedication to prioritizing human capital and supporting national talent, thereby amplifying their contributions toward fulfilling EXPRO’s objectives and goals.
Al-Rehaili further elaborated on EXPRO's commitment to employee development, citing the provision of over 500 training opportunities, both domestically and internationally, in 2023. Notably, 47% of EXPRO's workforce obtained professional certificates within the authority's fields of specialization. Over 40 employees participated in specialized conferences to stay abreast of international best practices. EXPRO also facilitated leadership development programs and executive training programs for over 70% of its workforce, achieving an impressive 92% satisfaction rate among employees.
EXPRO's strategy revolves around creating an optimal work environment that fosters creativity and cultivates a culture conducive to increased productivity and quality. The authority's commitment to these principles is reflected in its performance outcomes.
In a parallel accomplishment, EXPRO secured accreditation from the “Top Employers Institute” based in Amsterdam. This recognition underscores EXPRO’s maturity in human resources practices and policies, evaluated through a comprehensive review of the authority’s work mechanisms during a field visit to its headquarters.
EXPRO's accreditation from the “Top Employers Institute” encompasses various areas, including leadership and strategy, organization and environment, talent attraction, development, engagement and rewards, as well as unity and culture. The recognition acknowledges EXPRO's internal excellence, streamlined procedures, and transparent systems and regulations related to human resources.
EXPRO, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030, is steadfast in its mission to contribute to spending efficiency and elevate the quality of projects, assets, and facilities in government entities. The authority collaborates with government entities, overseeing the implementation of initiatives and programs across diverse sectors, in accordance with the aspirations of the wise leadership.
