The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has announced the rollout of the ‘Our Flexible Summer’ initiative across all Dubai Government entities from July 1 to September 12, 2025, following the success of its 2024 pilot.
The program aims to enhance work-life balance, increase productivity, and strengthen family ties among government employees.
The initiative’s pilot phase involved 21 government entities and resulted in significant improvements. Employee satisfaction rose to 98%, while productivity and work environment quality saw measurable gains. Evaluations under the Dubai Government Excellence Programme also highlighted performance improvements within participating entities.
Aligned with the ‘Year of Community,’ the expanded initiative allows each government entity to tailor the flexible work arrangements to their needs. Employees will be split into two groups: one working eight hours from Monday to Thursday with Friday off, and another working seven hours Monday to Thursday plus 4.5 hours on Friday, maintaining the official five-day workweek.
Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, DGHR Director-General, emphasized the initiative’s alignment with Dubai’s strategic vision.
“Our Flexible Summer reflects our commitment to placing people at the center of government policies,”
he said.
“It fosters a supportive work environment that balances institutional efficiency with employee well-being, advancing Dubai’s goal of delivering flexible, sustainable, and people-focused government services.”
The initiative is a clear move toward a modern government workplace that prioritizes flexibility and employee satisfaction while sustaining high institutional performance.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
