The project is worth 310 thousand dollars: Mykolaiv and Odesa to solve labor market problems

The project to solve labor market problems is designed for two years and for two regions - Mykolaiv and Odesa.

This was reported by the online publication Mykolaivski Novyny.

Mykolaiv region became the first frontline region to participate in the project. The local employment partnership will be developed by supporting small and medium-sized businesses, facilitating the employment of vulnerable groups, overcoming staff shortages, and modernizing vocational education.

Funding comes from Denmark. Mykolaiv region became the first frontline region to participate in the project. This development is called "Support for Job Creation in Mykolaiv and Odesa and Development of Social Dialogue." This program will cover both individuals and the private sector.

The key areas of focus include vocational education tailored to the needs of the frontline economy, support for self-employment and engagement of vulnerable people in starting their own businesses, and integration of veterans and people aged 45+ into the labor market.

Three training programs are currently planned to be launched. 30 people will take short-term courses in selected specialties. Two vocational education institutions will receive funds to upgrade their material and technical facilities.

It is currently known that during the martial law there was a shortage of such professions as qualified tractor drivers, drivers, wheeled vehicle repairers, electricians, electric and gas welders, construction workers, and cooks.

Out of 160 companies, only 31 of them provided training and advanced training to their employees. Also in June, a survey of veterans was conducted, and almost 57 percent of respondents are actively looking for work Veterans are interested in public service

We previously wrote about an agreement with Denmark to create new jobs in Mykolaiv.

Олександра Горст