1. Background

2.1. Description of the Project

The aim of the project is to strengthen the realization of basic human rights and employment within the target groups as well as to develop and support professional youth work done with marginalized youth. As the previous project, Mustaqbaldoon II continues to focus on supporting processes the youth need to learn out of their unhealthy coping strategies and to learn new, positive survival strategies. These strategies enable the youth to be successful employees and manage their own lives independently.

The project will also continue to develop the model of on-job learning so that it targets employment or entrepreneurship. Mustaqbaldoon II is focusing on youth from IDPs, PwDs, single mothers, and, if possible, homeless people and prisoners in and outside Hargeisa. DF and its partner organization, Somaliland Y-PEER continue mutual capacity sharing. A feasibility study will be conducted at the beginning of the project to map potential target groups and the best possibilities to support them through the project.

2. Objectives

The main objectives of the Vocational Skills Training Program are as follows:

• To equip participants with practical skills and knowledge in Multimedia digital skills, tailoring, electricity and make up.
• To enhance participants’ employability and entrepreneurship skills.
• To facilitate participants’ transition into the job market or self-employment opportunities.
• To promote gender equality and inclusivity in vocational training.

3. Scope of Work

The Vocational Skills Training Program will focus on the following vocational areas:

1. Electrical Technology

• Basic electrical principles and practical skills
• Electrical safety standards, hazard identification, and prevention
• Installation and maintenance of residential and commercial electrical systems
• Fault detection, troubleshooting, and repair techniques
• Energy efficiency practices
• Introduction to renewable energy systems (solar panel installation and basics)

1. Multimedia Digital Skills:

• Fundamentals of graphic design (composition, color theory, visual balance)
• Branding, logo design, and visual identity creation
• Typography, layout design, and illustration
• Designing for social media, websites, and print media
• Introduction to motion graphics and basic animation
• Drawn recording and practical recording videos

1. Tailoring

• Basic sewing skills and machine operation
• Pattern drafting and garment construction
• Clothing alteration and finishing
• Introduction to fashion design and small tailoring business management

1. Makeup

• Henna design techniques (traditional and modern styles)
• Makeup application for different occasions (bridal, casual, professional)
• Skin analysis and basic skincare practices
• Color theory and matching for makeup and henna
• Nail art and temporary body art techniques
• Client consultation, customer service, and beauty business development

4. Responsibilities of Somaliland Y-PEER and the Training Center

3.1 Training Center Responsibilities

The selected training center is responsible for:

• Hiring professional trainers specifically for Multimedia digital skills, tailoring, electricity and make up.
• Conducting a pre-training evaluation to assess the trainees’ existing skill levels.
• Developing comprehensive course outline tailored to multimedia digital skills, tailoring, electricity and make up training.
• Procuring all necessary training materials for the program.
• Conducting the training over a period of three months, including theoretical and practical sessions.
• Maintaining daily attendance records.
• Conducting post-training evaluations to measure the impact of the program.
• Awarding certificates to participants upon satisfactory completion of the course.

3.2 Somaliland Y-PEER Responsibilities 

Somaliland Y-PEER will:

• Cover the tuition fees or attendance costs for the three-month course.
• Monitor the progress of the training, evaluate the performance of trainees, and ensure the achievement of course objectives.

5. Timeframe

The training program is scheduled to run for three months for five days a week (Saturday-Wednesday), commencing tentative on 19^th April 2025.  

6. Deliverables

Upon completion of the training program:

• 127 trainees are expected to successfully complete the three-month intensive Multimedia digital skills, tailoring, electricity and make up courses.
• Participants will receive certificates of participation for the respective vocational skills.

7. Trainee’s Profile 

• The program targets 127 youth from Hargeisa's most vulnerable communities.

8. Skills and Qualifications

The selected training center should:

• Demonstrate relevant training experience for the instructors.
• Possess all necessary machines and tools required for Multimedia digital skills, tailoring, electricity and make up training and ensure practical sessions are effectively conducted.