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Human Resources Development Fund

Funds Saudi Arabia employment readiness by supporting private-sector workforce training and productivity-focused subsidy programs.

Saudi Arabiawww.hrdf.org.sa
Key stats
Annual funding—
Programs5
Active grants1
Total grants5
About

The Human Resources Development Fund, branded as Hadaf, is Saudi Arabia's national workforce development body. It was founded in 2000 under Council of Ministers Resolution No. 107 and sits within the broader labour-market policy architecture that also links to the National Development Fund and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

HRDF finances wage subsidies, on-the-job trainin…

Programs & grants under this funder
Employment Support for Establishments

Offers employers in Saudi Arabia wage support as they onboard and retain additional Saudi national staff.

1 grant
Employment Support for Establishments
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Professional Certificates Reimbursement

Funds Saudi nationals pursuing approved professional certifications to improve employability and career resilience.

1 grant
Professional Certificates Reimbursement
Open
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Tamheer Graduate Development Program

Funds private-sector integration for unemployed Saudi graduates through structured workplace training and wage-linked support.

1 grant
Tamheer Graduate Development
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Tawteen Wage Subsidy Program

Offers wage support in Saudi Arabia for employers hiring new national workers and sustaining workforce growth.

1 grant
Tawteen Wage Subsidy
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Wusool Transportation Support

Provides transport support to Saudi workers to reduce commuting barriers and improve job attendance.

1 grant
Wusool Transportation Support
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Last verified: 29 May 2026Source: www.hrdf.org.sa