Jobs for Unemployed Youth in Northern West Bank
About:
The project will address the rising unemployment rates in Palestine, estimated at 46.1% in 2024, with an emphasis in Nablus as conflict and poverty rates continue to rise. By facilitating meaningful job opportunities, the project aims to promote skills development and long-term employment for Palestinian youth, thereby contributing to poverty alleviation and economic stability in Nablus.
Target:
The target includes 200 (150 male and 50 female) unemployed youth aged 18-29 in Nablus Governorate, encompassing both males and females who are semi-skilled and possess a high school diploma, TVET certificate, or have dropped out of high school.
Methodology:
The intervention will be implemented through a multi-faceted approach:
- Job Matching and Placement
- Employment Skills Training
- 3-Month Job Placement Program
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Collaboration with Stakeholders
Project Timeline
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2024-10-01 - 2024-10-15Project Set Up
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2024-10-15 - 2024-11-15Selection of MSEs to provide on-the-job Training
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2024-10-15 - 2024-11-15Selection of Youth Beneficiaries
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2024-10-15 - 2024-11-15Employment Skills Training
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2024-11-15 - 2025-02-15Job Placement Training
Project Components
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Job Matching and PlacementLeveraging Palestine Catalyst’s extensive experience, a robust job matching platform will be established to connect youth with local employers.
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Employment Skills TrainingCustomized training sessions will be offered, targeting in-demand skills relevant to local job markets. Workshops will focus on both technical and soft skills, ensuring participants are well-prepared for employment.
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3-month job placement programYouth will be placed in short term jobs to jain crucial on-the-job skills.
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M&EA comprehensive monitoring system will track participants' progress, job placement rates, and the overall impact on local unemployment.
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5. Collaboration with Stakeholdershe project will engage local government, NGOs, and international partners to ensure a coordinated response to the employment crisis, fostering an ecosystem that supports economic recovery.
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