Context:
Following more than a decade of civil war, Syria now faces huge challenges, with its economy devastated and in a state of collapse. Many people are either underemployed or their work is subject to poor conditions. This has left a large part of the population living in poverty.
Syria’s system of vocational training lacks personnel and its organisation is disjointed.
Objective:
Syrians enjoy economic prospects in their country. Returnees can find work.
Approach:
The project supports Syria’s Ministry of Education and Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour to ensure the effective strategic orientation of vocational training and labour market policy. Its measures are expected to align closely with the needs of the private sector. Working with selected schools and enterprises, it is introducing dual vocational training courses that combine theory and practice.
The project is also working with the two ministries to improve labour market services, such as job placement and career guidance, to render them more trustworthy and match them to the real needs of jobseekers. It also works with Syrian companies at home and abroad on creating innovative short-term jobs.
The project pursues an inclusive approach and addresses all sections of the population, while paying special attention to women and people with disabilities. Closely linked to this, it also addresses conflict prevention and dialogue measures.