Competitive Active Labour Market Policy Fund (ALMPF) Pilot Initiative

Description

1) Objective

The call is conducted within the ALMP Facility project of the BE-RELIEVE Programme with the aim of increasing employment levels and developing market-relevant professional skills among the population of Ukraine. The funding is aimed at supporting short-term professional development programmes, designed in partnership with employers and oriented to labour market needs, as well as programmes for career guidance and job-seeking support.

The Call for Proposals aims to ensure inclusive education and vocational training while enhancing a skilled workforce for recovery, with the specific objective of increasing productivity through a skilled and inclusive workforce. Priorities include enhancing employability of unemployed and underemployed individuals, including vocational and higher education graduates and youth workers; supporting continuous learning and lifelong learning through training needs analysis and links with the world of work; creating new technical upskilling and vocational reskilling pathways aligned with labor market demands; addressing skills gaps to help youth and workers adapt to changing environments; strengthening collaboration between the private sector and training providers; involving the private sector in identifying, designing, implementing, and evaluating training programs; and fostering innovation in training methodologies and technologies for greater effectiveness and efficiency.

2) Eligibility

n/a

3) Location

Actions must take place in Ukraine. The competition is open for two regions – Kyiv and Chernihiv.

4) Budget

Grants may range from €50,000-€200,000.

5) Application

The deadline for full proposal submissions is 30 September 2025.