Organized by the Skills Development and Employment Programme in Syria (STEP), implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), in cooperation with the Rebuilding Syria Platform, this roundtable brings together decision-makers from construction and supply chain companies in Damascus.The meeting aims to identify actual labour market needs, discuss skills gaps, and explore opportunities for joint vocational training to serve the construction sector.Key Discussion Topics:
1- Workforce Needs: Most in-demand occupations and current labour market challenges.2- Skills Gaps: Accurately identifying missing competencies and balancing practical vs. theoretical education.3- Cooperation Formats: On-the-job training mechanisms and partnership opportunities with the STEP programme.4- Inclusive Employment: Mechanisms to enhance youth access and integrate persons with disabilities into the labour market.