Doha: The Community College of Qatar (CCQ) has officially launched the third phase of its national initiative, Academic Cadres 2025 - 2026, building on the momentum established by the first two phases. The earlier phases successfully attracted qualified national talent and expanded the college's culture of academic excellence. According to Qatar News Agency, this new phase aligns with CCQ's ongoing vision to create a sustainable academic environment by investing in highly qualified human capital and establishing long-term academic and professional development pathways for national talent. The initiative continues in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education and the Civil Service and Government Development Bureau. It aims to accelerate the recruitment of Qatari nationals holding master's and doctoral degrees to join the college's academic staff in the upcoming academic year. In 2024, the second phase of the initiative opened 14 academic positions. A total of 117 applicants submitted t heir candidacy through the national employment platform Kawader. After interviewing 29 candidates, CCQ appointed 14 who met the college's hiring and scholarship criteria. As a result, the percentage of faculty members hired through the Academic Competencies initiative has grown from 8% prior to the initiative to 22% today, marking a 14% increase. This progress highlights the initiative's success in strengthening the presence of national talent in higher education and positioning competence as a key factor in faculty recruitment. Within this framework of continued cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, 11 faculty members holding master's degrees have completed the necessary procedures for scholarship approval to pursue their PhDs at the ministry's designated universities. This effort supports a broader national strategy for sustainable academic development. The initiative has yielded strong results over the past two academic years. In 2023 - 2024, CCQ faculty hired through the progr am taught a total of 52 courses out of 1,675 offered (3.1%). This number more than doubled in 2024 - 2025, with 117 courses out of 1,686 (6.9%) taught by the initiative's participants. These figures reflect a significant qualitative leap in the academic contributions of the program's members. Commenting on the launch of the new phase, CCQ President Dr. Khalid Al Horr stated that the launch marks another step forward in CCQ's mission to attract promising academic talent and enhance instructional capacity. This initiative is viewed as a strategic investment in human capital that strengthens the quality of graduates and elevates output to meet future needs, supporting Qatar National Vision 2030. Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Abdullah Al-Ali emphasized that empowering Qatari academics and supporting their development is central to the academic strategy. The initiative continues to evolve sustainably, with positive impacts already evident in classrooms and growing interest in academic careers. This pha se targets disciplines that align with the college's strategic priorities and market needs, promising to enhance the educational experience and prepare students for future leadership. Head of Workforce Planning and Recruitment at the college, Noor Al Baqali, highlighted that the initiative is part of a comprehensive system designed to develop local talent and provide long-term career growth opportunities. Each appointment is a long-term investment in academic infrastructure, and the program's impact on hiring and scholarship rates is a source of pride. The significant increase in faculty members hired through the initiative underscores the strength of the high-quality, competitive recruitment model.