The State Department for Technical, Vocational Education and Training (TVET) has announced a recruitment exercise for youths wishing to work in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
In a letter dated January 6, 2025 and addressed to the Nyeri National Polytechnic Chief Principal Dr David Mwangi, TVET PS Dr Esther Mworia requested the institution to not only host the function but help in mobilizing the youth from the surrounding community to turn up for the exercise.
Dr Mworia has underscored the need by learning institutions to support the Government's effort in opening employment opportunities for young Kenyans as one way of addressing the ballooning unemployment challenge facing the country. "The Government of Kenya is committed to supporting labour mobility as a strategic intervention to address youth unemployment and bridge skills gaps in destination countries.
This initiative aligns with the broader goal of leveraging the potential of TVET graduates to meet global workforce demands, while fostering economic growth through international employment opportunities," reads part of the PS's letter. "This is to request that you host this recruitment exercise that will involve TVET institutions in Nyeri County, mobilize participants by reaching out to your institution's alumni and youths within the surrounding communities to participate in this exercise and provide necessary support through preparation of materials for the interviews," added Dr Mworia.
