About Us
The goal of the Ainkawa Center for Employment is to be a catalyst for positive social and economic development in Erbil. The trainings, mentorships and job-matching activities of ACE are designed to enhance marketable skills, connect people from all walks of life with each other for a constructive common purpose and be the catalyst for the creation of opportunities for job seekers and employers.
The positive social and economic developments sought as a result of ACE activities include increased social cohesion, a diversified and strengthened sense of community, a better-skilled workforce, a better qualified pool of job-seekers, and easier access between job seekers and employers.
The doors of ACE are open to all people interested in participating in free trainings, registering for the database, or learning more about ACE's activities.
Who we are
The Ainkawa Center for Employment (ACE) was created in July, 2008 to address unemployment and capacity issues in Erbil, Iraq. From its office in Ainkawa, ACE implements outreach activities across the city to gather information about employers and job seekers. The information obtained is stored in a digital database, and used as an innovative tool to match those who seek employment with those who offer employment. ACE offers free trainings on a variety of basic office skills, and via a mentorship program, provides focused and financially-supported assistance to candidates seeking to gain practical skills through on-the-job training.
What we offer
Connect Job Seekers and Employers
ACE has created a digital database to profile job seekers and employers in Erbil, including private companies, NGOs, clubs, government organizations and others. Using a simple questionnaire form, ACE collects (and confidentially stores) basic information in the database to match job-seekers with employers and vice versa. All persons regardless of age or experience are welcome to be members, as are companies or organizations, regardless of profession or whether or not any positions are currently open.
Training and Capacity Building
At its office in Ainkawa, ACE regularly offers FREE trainings on a variety of essential skills, including CV-building, memo-writing, letter composition, emailing, corporate profile building, interview techniques and more. The classes are open to all, regardless of age, profession or level of skill or experience. No sign-up or appointment is necessary for attendance—the classes are operated on a ‘first come, first serve’ basis. Class curricula and schedules are available online.
Mentorship
Mentorship terms of six month are offered to individuals interested in developing a particular skill set or technical expertise. Mentees will be matched with employers for on-the-job training, monitored and subsidized by ACE. The mentorship is open to people of all ages and abilities. Visit the website or ask an ACE office for details of the mentorship program
Training and Conference Facility
The ACE training facility is available for rent as a conference and training facility. The room, which seats up to 32 people, is equipped with a digital projector and a laptop to run data shows, as well as a whiteboard, desks and chairs. Optional amenities include beverages, food, computers, stationery, course materials and customized instruction from ACE. The room can be rented by the half day or day. Additional information about the facility and its availability can be found on the website, or by contacting ACE.
Website
The ACE website is a clearing house of information for job seekers. Materials on the site include many downloadable templates for CVs and letters, as well as information about training curricula and schedules. Employers and job-seekers interested in becoming a part of the ACE database can download and email the brief informational document required for membership.
About ISG
ACE is a project of International Solutions Group (ISG), a professional services firm providing strategic technical assistance to public and private sector entities in the developing world. ISG helps these actors excel in challenging environments through the provision of efficient and effective development assistance across multiple sectors. ISG's Mission is to provide the best project management, development finance and program evaluation services in the world for businesses, governments and organizations operating or investing in challenging environments.
ISG has offices in: Washington, DC | Amman, Jordan | Erbil, Iraq
Visit ISG online at www.theisg.com.
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