The 2026 Shiraka Training Programme on Social Affairs and Employment is a professional training opportunity for civil servants working in social affairs and employment in selected MENA countries. The programme is designed for mid-career public officials who want to strengthen public services through shared learning and international cooperation.
This training is part of the Shiraka initiative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands and focuses on policy development, practical skills, and bilateral cooperation.
Read the full details of this program to see if you are eligible, understand what it offers, and learn how to apply.
Shiraka Training Programme 2026 Summary
- Host Country: Netherlands
- Study Abroad: Study in Europe
- Host: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands (Shiraka Programme)
- Category: Training
- Eligible Countries: Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Yemen, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Palestinian Territories, Tunisia
- Reward: Fully or partially funded
- Deadline: 8 February 2026
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Shiraka Training Programme 2026 Details
The training programme is aimed at civil servants with 5 to 10 years of relevant work experience in social affairs and employment. It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, as participants can only take part in one Shiraka training programme.
The course lasts for two weeks (10 working days) and is delivered in two parts. Part 1 takes place in Amman, Jordan, from 7–11 June 2026. Part 2 takes place in The Hague, Netherlands, from 14–18 September 2026.
The programme includes workshops, study visits, social activities, and peer learning. Sessions are conducted in English, with live interpretation available in Arabic and/or French. A certificate of participation is awarded upon completion.
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Eligibility Requirements for the Shiraka Training Programme 2026
- Must be a civil servant
- Must be from an eligible target country
- Must have 5–10 years of relevant work experience in social affairs and employment
- Must not have participated in a Shiraka training programme before
- An intermediate level of English is recommended
- Women are strongly encouraged to apply
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Shiraka Training Programme 2026 Benefits
- Advanced training in social affairs and employment policy
- Skills development in change management, project management, negotiation, and teamwork
- Study visits and networking opportunities
- Certificate of participation
- For participants from OECD-DAC countries:
- International travel, accommodation, meals during training days, visa, insurance, and tuition are covered
- For participants from non-OECD-DAC countries:
- Accommodation, insurance, and tuition covered
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Required Documents for the Shiraka Training Programme 2026
- Online application form
- Professional and work experience details
- Any additional documents requested during the application process
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How to Apply for the Shiraka Training Programme 2026
- Click on the “Apply” button below
- Select the Social Affairs and Employment training course
- Log in or create an account using the “Register” option
- Complete and submit the online application before the deadline
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Deadline
8 February 2026
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