Increased capacities of constituents to implement effective decent work labour market programmes for women and men

About this project

This CPO intends to strengthen the capacity of constituents in Somalia to design and implement effective and inclusive decent work labour market programmes for women and men in a context marked by poverty, displacement, and limited livelihood opportunities. Large numbers of IDPs, returnees, and host communities—particularly in urban areas such as Baidoa—face constrained access to basic services, employment, and income, placing pressure on local infrastructure and labour markets. The programme supports the Government of Somalia, social partners, and local institutions to deliver integrated labour market interventions that combine employment creation, skills development, and infrastructure development. Through the Employment-Intensive Investment Programme (EIIP) approach, it promotes labour-based infrastructure works that generate immediate income while improving community assets and local services. At the same time, the programme strengthens the capacity of public institutions and private sector actors, including small-scale contractors, to plan and implement labour market programmes and labor-intensive works. It also enhances skills development through targeted training, work-based learning, and on-the-job mentoring, improving employability and supporting sustainable livelihoods, particularly for women, youth, and displacement-affected populations. Overall, the CPO contributes to increased access to decent work and income opportunities, improved service access, strengthened…

Published by

International Labour Organization (ILO) · Multilateral

Countries

Somalia

Sectors

Employment creationMulti-hazard response preparednessLabour rights

Funded by

International Labour Organization (ILO), Germany, KfW Development Bank

Implemented by

International Labour Organization (ILO), MINISTRY OF PUBLIC WORKS, RECONSTRUCTION AND HOUSING OF SOUTHWEST STATE OF SOMALIA, DAWLADDA HOOSE DEGMADDA BAYDHABO 3, **********

Accountable

International Labour Organization (ILO)

Passes funds through

International Labour Organization (ILO)

Published by International Labour Organization (ILO) to the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI), last updated 19 Aug 2026 and imported automatically. IATI identifier: XM-DAC-41302-PMR26-SOM101.

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