Qiyas

Qiyas For Awaken
Generation

No job? No experience? No clear path?
Qiyas connects you to real, practical skills that lead to real opportunities.

A smarter way forward.

Qiyas is part of the EASE (Ethiopia Education and Skills for Employability) Program, a national initiative designed to bridge the gap between education and employment. It focuses on equipping young Ethiopians with relevant, practical skills that lead to real job opportunities.

Implemented by the Ministry of Labor and Skills (MoLS) with technical leadership from the Ethiopian Development Institute (EDI) and support from development partners, EASE contributes to building a skilled, competitive, and resilient workforce for Ethiopia’s growing economy.

Key Value Propositions

Demand-Driven Skills

Training designed based on real job market needs.

Fast-Track Learning

Short-cycle programs that get you job-ready quickly.

Employment Focused

Not just training — pathways to jobs and self-employment.

Inclusive Access

Focused on youth, women, and underserved communities.

Available Programs

Construction skills

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Hotel, Tourism and Hospitality skills

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Digital skills

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Automotive skills

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Manufacturing skills

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Program Goals

The goal of the EASE Skills for Jobs Component is to bridge the gap between skills training and employment by:

Delivering short-cycle, demand-driven training aligned with labor market needs
Improving employment and self-employment outcomes for youth and women
Strengthening the quality and accountability of training providers
Promoting equitable access for vulnerable and underserved populations
Supporting a results-oriented approach where training success is linked to job readiness and placement

Through this approach, EASE aims to ensure that skills development is not just about training—but about preparing young people for sustainable livelihoods.