Youths acquire job market skills

Focus is providing high-quality vocational training and certification programs that meet international standards

ISLAMABAD:

The National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) is actively working to equip young people with the skills and certifications needed to succeed in the global job market, said NAVTC Chairperson Gulmina Bilal Ahmad on Saturday.

"We are fully committed to the Prime Minister's vision of a skilled and prosperous Pakistan. Our focus is on providing high-quality vocational training and certification programs that meet international standards," she said.

Ahmad highlighted NAVTTC's initiatives, including the introduction of new vocational training programmes, expansion of apprenticeship and on-the-job training opportunities, and enhanced industry partnerships. "We are confident that our efforts will bear fruit and we will be able to produce a workforce that is globally competitive."

The NAVTTC chairperson emphasised the organisation’s collaboration with industry partners, international organizations, and government agencies to ensure its programmes ae aligned with market demands.

In response to a question, Ahmad mentioned that NAVTTC is organising a series of job fairs and awareness sessions across the country to equip young people with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the job market. These events aim to connect employers, educators, and skilled youth to facilitate employment opportunities and promote vocational training.

The job fairs will feature leading industries and organizations from various sectors, offering on-the-spot hiring, internships, and apprenticeships to certified skilled youth. Meanwhile, the awareness sessions will educate students and job seekers about the benefits of vocational training, career pathways, and the latest industry trends.