The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has announced the rollout of the ‘Our Flexible Summer’ initiative across all Dubai Government entities, following the successful pilot phase conducted in 2024.
This initiative aims to enhance work-life balance for government employees and will take place from July 1 to September 12, 2025, with implementation tailored to each entity’s discretion, Dubai Media Office reported.
The outcomes from the pilot phase of the initiative, executed across 21 government entities in 2024, demonstrated improved productivity and enriched work environments. Data also indicated a rise in employee satisfaction and happiness, reaching up to 98 percent, while assessments under the Dubai Government Excellence Programme revealed significant enhancements in the performance of participating entities.
The expansion of this initiative this year aligns with the ‘Year of Community’ and marks a strategic advancement toward improving work-life balance for government employees. By promoting a flexible and supportive work environment, the initiative aims to elevate employee satisfaction and productivity while also reinforcing family ties—the cornerstone of a cohesive society.
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Focus on employee well-being
Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, director-general of the Dubai Government Human Resources Department, stated that the ‘Our Flexible Summer’ initiative embodies the strategic direction of the Government of Dubai to prioritize people in its policies.
“This initiative demonstrates our firm commitment to enhancing the government work environment, making it more adaptable and responsive to the needs of employees and the community,” he said. “The implementation of this year’s expanded edition builds on the successful outcomes of the 2024 pilot phase. It reflects a comprehensive vision aimed at developing an advanced government system that balances institutional efficiency with human well-being. This supports Dubai’s aspirations to lead in delivering flexible, sustainable, and people-centric government services.”
The Government of Dubai emphasized that the implementation of the initiative will align with the official five-day working hours. Employees will be divided into two groups. The first group will work eight hours from Monday to Thursday and enjoy Friday as a full holiday, while the second group will work seven hours from Monday to Thursday and 4.5 hours on Friday.
