Muscat – The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology (MTCIT) has closed registration for its ‘Governorate Ambassadors Initiative for Digital Transformation’, a key part of the Government Digital Transformation Programme – Tahweel.
This initiative or programme has been designed to boost digital transformation efforts across Oman and raise public awareness about the benefits of smart and digital services.
Eng Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman al Kharousi, Director General of Digital Transformation and Sector Empowerment at MTCIT, confirmed that the initiative drew significant interest from both citizens and residents, with over 520 participants registering.
He explained that selected ambassadors will undergo specialised training to help them guide their communities in using technology and digital services more effectively, contributing to the digital economy and improving quality of life.
A total of 66 ambassadors will be chosen from various governorates as per three skill levels. ‘Initiator’ ambassadors will be individuals with basic knowledge of digital transformation, while ‘Advanced’ ambassadors will have intermediate experience in areas such as data analysis, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, application development, and cloud computing.
The ‘Specialist’ level is reserved for candidates with deep expertise in digital transformation, supported by relevant academic and professional qualifications.
Each group of ambassadors will take on different responsibilities, from raising awareness about digital services to encouraging the use of smart applications and electronic payment systems. As part of their training, they will learn to create digital content, use modern technologies, and apply artificial intelligence, ensuring they are well-prepared to support the country’s digital transformation initiatives.
This initiative marks a step forward in the sultanate’s efforts to embrace digital living and foster a tech-savvy society, while also positioning the nation for further development in its digital economy.
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