Time: 4th of February 2025 12pm – 5pm
Venue: Paviljonki, Lutakonaukio 12, 40100 Jyväskylä & Online
Description: You are mostly welcome to Green Talent Recruitment – VET for a Sustainable Future Seminar organized in Jyväskylä, Finland! You can also participate in the seminar online.
In the seminar we gather and further develop the best practices to enhance the attraction of green sector, and to ensure green sector labour force in the future. The stakeholders meet internationally for networking, sharing best practises and to get familiar with the online database and the materials developed in the GreenVEU project.
The Seminar is organized by GreenVEU project and funded by Erasmus programme.
Target group: VET institutions in green sector, teachers, employers, associations and those who struggle with the lack of labour force and young students in green sector.
The Seminar is free of charge and open for all.
The registration is open until 22nd of January 2025 at 8 o’clock (EET). You can register to participate on site in Jyväskylä or online. Note the different programmes below.
Programme in Jyväskylä:
12:00-12:30 | Registration & coffee |
12:30-13:30 | Green Talent Recruitment Talkshow: Inspire Action, Drive Change Laura Roebroeck, Katapult, The Netherlands Dive into the future of green talent with this dynamic session! Discover the motivators behind career choices, explore persona-based recruitment strategies, and learn from experts about transforming perceptions of the green sector. With engaging discussions, real-world tools, and insights into value-based research, this talkshow equips you to rethink recruitment for lasting impact. Designed for educators, employers, and organizations striving for a sustainable workforce, it’s a must-attend for those eager to attract the next generation of green professionals. |
13:30-14:30 | Lunch break |
14:30-16:00 | Workshops |
Hands-on training for gameplan creation: Make your own recruitment strategy Michael Sejer, Green academy, Denmark Have you ever had a great idea, but struggled to bring it to life? If your strategies often remain just impressive words on a website, and you face challenges in making them resonate with your colleagues – then this workshop is for you! Join us in the creation of Gameplans to learn how to develop visual and actionable strategies that drive the change they’re designed to achieve. Turn your ideas into reality and create the impact you’ve envisioned. You will learn how to work on strategies by using the GamePlan and to have a visual conception of a strategy. You will also build a bigger professional network and learn insights from international colleagues as well as learn how to work collaboratively with your professional colleagues. | |
From strategy to execution: Best practices in recruitment Judit Tóth, Agricultural Vocational Centre of the Central Hungarian Region Simona Pacurar, WorldSkills Romania This interactive workshop offers the participants the opportunity to learn how to craft a recruitment strategy tailored for green education, attracting students and professionals to careers in sustainable, agricultural sectors. We’ll explore key steps in building a strong brand, applying a values-driven approach to connect with candidates who prioritize sustainability, and inspiring diverse talent for future-ready, green roles. Gain practical tools, experience best practices from other countries and insights to effectively reach individuals passionate about sustainability, climate impact, and agricultural technology! The workshop is ideal for educators, recruiters, and program managers, this workshop will empower you to build a recruitment approach that resonates with eco-minded candidates and addresses current demands in green education. You’ll be equipped to execute a structured, appealing, and inclusive recruitment process, attracting talent essential to the growth and success of green education programs! | |
Let’s go viral: Workshop on social media Tamara Tuza, Agricultural Vocational Centre of the Central Hungarian Region Virginia Bujor, WorldSkills Romania Social media doesn’t have to feel overwhelming and time consuming! Join our interactive, 90-minute workshop to gain practical skills and insights into promoting your school, institution, or programs in the VET sector through effective social media strategies. Wondering how AI can simplify your work? Curious about where to find and connect with your target group? Ready to learn about free, powerful tools like ChatGPT, Meta Business Suite, CapCut, Canva, and Captions.AI? This hands-on session will cover all that and more! On our workshop through open Q&A and practical activities, you’ll get to explore tools, ask questions, and work directly with a step-by-step guide to boost your online presence. We’ll wrap up with key takeaways and time for burning questions to ensure you leave feeling confident and inspired. Let’s go viral—together! | |
16:00-17:00 | Meet and Greet Afternoon |
Programme for online participants:
12:15-12:30 EET | Online registration |
12:30-13:30 EET | Green Talent Recruitment Talkshow: Inspire Action, Drive Change Laura Roebroeck, Katapult, The Netherlands Dive into the future of green talent with this dynamic session! Discover the motivators behind career choices, explore persona-based recruitment strategies, and learn from experts about transforming perceptions of the green sector. With engaging discussions, real-world tools, and insights into value-based research, this talkshow equips you to rethink recruitment for lasting impact. Designed for educators, employers, and organizations striving for a sustainable workforce, it’s a must-attend for those eager to attract the next generation of green professionals. |
13:45-14:45 EET | Online workshop: Basics of Worlds of Green Laura Roebroeck, Katapult, The Netherlands In this workhop you will learn more about the worlds of green and have insights on what drives people to choose a study or career. You will hear about value based research of the Finnish perspective and insights on how to develop and work with persona’s. Also, there are short introductions to the gameplan creation, good practises in recruiting and social media strategy. |