As the world of work evolves, the need for agile and versatile skilled workers has become increasingly apparent. Education technology and the wider skill development landscape have an important role to play in helping to bridge the skills gap and create pathways for talented and certified Indian professionals to access international employment opportunities.
In a groundbreaking move, the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and global workforce solutions company, The Adecco Group, have announced a transformative collaboration that is set to revolutionize international mobility for qualified Indian candidates. This strategic partnership framework seeks to unlock the potential of India’s youth and leverage the strengths of both organizations to create pathways for skilled Indian candidates to access international employment opportunities.
The focus sectors for this venture are Healthcare, IT & Engineering, Logistics, and others identified collaboratively. Through this collaboration, the NSDC and The Adecco Group are looking to promote the employment of qualified Indian candidates in several countries, including Germany, Spain, Canada, and Australia.
Founded in 2010, the NSDC has trained over three crore people in collaboration with training partners nationwide. It has also established 37 Sector Skill Councils (SSCs) and oversees the implementation of the government’s flagship skill development programmes, such as the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) and the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS).
The Adecco Group, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, and listed on the Six Swiss Exchange, is the world’s leading talent advisory and solutions company that facilitates over 3.5 million jobs daily.
In this collaboration, The Adecco Group will actively interface with a range of stakeholders, striving for a seamless process for onboarding the candidates. The company will meticulously outline comprehensive job descriptions, defining candidate eligibility criteria and technical prerequisites. Furthermore, NSDCI will help professionals transition from India to the destination country.
Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of NSDC and MD NSDC International, commented on the collaboration, “This collaboration aligns with our commitment to empower skilled Indian candidates by offering them opportunities to showcase their expertise on a global stage. To bridge the gap between Indian talent and international employers, we are ensuring a smoother transition and enhancing the competitiveness of Indian candidates through our skilling initiatives. With this vision, our collaboration with The Adecco Group, renowned for its global workforce solutions, marks the commencement of strong global prospects for India’s workforce. Central to our vision is the evolution of a comprehensive skill development framework, enhancing synchronization between demand and supply through vocational and technical training.”
As educators and edtech professionals, it’s important to support initiatives like this that open up global opportunities for India’s youth. By offering our students the skills and knowledge to thrive in the modern workplace, we can ensure that they are equipped with the tools to succeed in the global job market.
