Tunesien, Short-term employment schools

Project completed

The number one preoccupations of the Tunisian population at large are the unequal economic opportunities that were at the core of the revolutionary changes, as well as the economic slow-down following the historic change. The governorates of Medenine and Tataouine adjacent to the Libyan border have been particularly affected because of the hosting Libyan refugees and the interruption of cross-border trade. As per the Programme North Africa, Switzerland’s engagement will include short-term measures to help stabilize the fragile situation and contribute to optimal conditions for a successful democratic transition. The present proposal foresees the creation of short-term employment in Medenine and Tataouine to the tune of 200 full-time jobs throughout 1 year by rehabilitating and/or extending 6 pre-elected schools which potentially host 300 students. The proposal also aims to reinforce local governance in the education sector (Domain 1) and the protection of school children through child-friendly school rehabilitation standards (Domain 3).

Country/region Topic Period Budget
Tunisia
Employment & economic development
Governance
Education
Rule of Law - Democracy - Human rights
Employment creation
Decentralisation
Education policy
01.11.2011 - 31.12.2016
CHF 1'441'000
Directorate/federal office responsible SDC
Credit area Development cooperation
Project partners Contract partner
  • Schweizerisches Arbeiterhilfswerk


Budget Current phase Swiss budget CHF   1'441'000 Swiss disbursement to date CHF   1'372'881
Project phases

Phase 1 01.11.2011 - 31.12.2016   (Completed)