Key Findings from the UNDP’s: Mind the Gap – A Labor Needs Assessment for Lebanon

A recent report by the UNDP, entitled “Mind the Gap, A Labor Needs Assessment for Lebanon” takes a closer look at the Lebanese labor market broadly and in the sectors of Agro-food, Construction and ICT.

 Key findings 

  • The influx of Syrian refugees into Lebanon congested an already- weak labor market
  • The poor job climate is especially targeting the youth
  • The “skills gap” is the main obstacle preventing economic growth and job creation
  • Areas for improvement exist

Here we summarise the key points drawn from the report:

Key Findings from the UNDP’s- Mind the Gap – A Labor Needs Assessment for Lebanon

Here you can access the original report:

Mind the gap UNDP

 

 

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