The Occupational Skills and Employment Programme helps individuals develop the skills, confidence, experience, and support needed to access employment opportunities and improve their livelihoods.
Through work readiness training, occupational skills development, career guidance, workplace experience, and employment support, we help participants become job-ready and connect with opportunities in the labour market.
Work Readiness Training
Our Work Readiness Programme prepares participants for the realities of the workplace and helps them develop the skills employers are looking for.
Topics include:
• Workplace expectations and behaviour
• Communication skills
• Professional conduct
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Financial literacy
• Job search skills
• Interview preparation
Internships and Workplace Experience
Workplace experience is often one of the biggest barriers to employment.
We therefore support:
• Internship placements
• Workplace exposure opportunities
• Work shadowing opportunities
• Employer engagement
• Practical workplace experience
Online Employment Access
We help participants access opportunities through:
• Employment platforms
• Online job opportunities
• Digital job-seeking support
• Technology-assisted employment services
Career Guidance and Future Planning
Choosing a career path can be challenging, especially for school leavers and unemployed youth.
We provide:
• Career exploration
• Career awareness
• Skills and interest identification
• Employment pathway planning
• Guidance on training and development opportunities
Employment Support Services
Our employment support services help participants access available opportunities.
Support may include:
• Recruitment support
• Employer referrals
• Employment matching
• Employment opportunity sharing
• Follow-up support after placement
Employment Preparation
We help participants prepare for employment opportunities through:
• CV development
• Job application support
• Employment database registration
• Online employment profile creation
• Job search support
Occupational Skills Training
We provide practical occupational skills training that improves employability and workplace readiness.
Examples may include:
• Electrical basics and advanced
• Hospitality and waitering
• Barista skills
• First Aid
• Household management
• Childcare and nanny training
• Geriatric care
• Gardening and maintenance
• Learner licence preparation
• Other market-relevant occupational skills
This programme is open to:
Unemployed youth
School leavers
Unemployed adults
Individuals seeking occupational skills
Individuals looking for employment opportunities
Development Clients ready to pursue employment pathways
11 Work Readiness courses annually
Approximately 20 Occupational Skills courses annually
Internship and workplace exposure opportunities
Ongoing employment support services
Employer engagement and recruitment support
Registration on employment platforms and databases
Approximately 35 internship placements annually
Approximately 60 individuals supported into employment annually
Development Helpdesk
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Work Readiness Training
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Occupational Skills Training
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Career Guidance
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Internship or Workplace Experience
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Employment Opportunities
Not every participant follows the same pathway. Some may access specific services directly, while others may participate in multiple activities before securing employment.
We work closely with businesses, government departments, NGOs, and other employers to identify opportunities and connect participants to suitable employment pathways.
Our goal is not only to provide training, but to help individuals successfully access and retain meaningful employment.