Skills4Employment (S4E) Kenya

Background

The Skills 4 Employment (S4E) digital platform, developed by ACWICT in partnership with Microsoft, is designed to empower women and youth from disadvantaged backgrounds in Kenya. This platform provides access to market-driven digital, entrepreneurial, and job market skills, aimed at accelerating inclusive economic recovery in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

When COVID-19 hit Kenya, the socio-economic impacts were significant, particularly for young people, as unemployment rates soared. To address these challenges, ACWICT, in collaboration with local and global partners, launched the S4E platform. Initially targeting 50,000 women and youth, the program’s success led to additional funding, expanding its reach to 100,000 beneficiaries nationwide. 

The S4E platform offers a unique, blended learning approach, combining virtual and e-learning environments. It allows participants to build their skills and attain certifications in various fields, contributing to their economic empowerment and resilience in a post-pandemic world. 

Achievements

Trainers

5,000 +

Trained to instruct women and youth

Girls

2874 +

Reached and trained on platform usage. 

Individuals

18,424 +

Trained in digital and job market skills.

Students

32,757 +

Trained from various universities. 

Learners

2,537 +

Mobilized during other functions. 

Platform Features

  • Hybrid Accessibility

    The platform can be accessed via web browsers or a native app available on Google Play.

  • Learning Management System

    Tracks progress throughout the learning journey.

  • Knowledge-Checking Tools

    Comprehensive tools to evaluate learning.

  • Market-Relevant Certification

    Available for all learning paths and courses.

  • Download Content Feature

    Allows offline access, making learning more affordable.

  • Real-Time Support

    Technical and training support is available for all learners.

Learning Paths Offered

  • Digital Freelancing

    Online work, data entry, transcription, online writing, virtual assistance, digital and affiliate marketing.

  • Information Technology Support

    Networking fundamentals, security fundamentals, server administration, cloud computing.

  • Computer Science

    Software Development Fundamentals, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, mobile app development.

  • Data Science & Analytics

    Data science introduction, Excel, SQL, R programming

Ongoing Initiatives and Achievements of the S4E Platform

  • Expanded Access

    The platform’s mobile and offline features allow wider reach, enabling learners to download and study content offline, making education more accessible and cost-effective.

  • Content Enrichmen

    ACWICT is enhancing the learning experience by partnering with organizations to host and share valuable content on the S4E platform.

  • Certification Growth

    The platform supports rapid expansion of certification programs, helping to equip women and youth with the skills needed for the workforce.

  • Alumni Support

    The platform continues to offer opportunities for ACWICT alumni to upskill, contributing to their socio-economic stability during and after the pandemic.