Human Resource Development Council - HRDC

NOTICE OF VACANCY

The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates who wish to be considered for appointment in the Post of Driver/Office Auxiliary on a permanent and pensionable basis.

The detailed Notice of Vacancy is available on the HRDC website: https://www.hrdc.mu/index.php/news/vacancies

The deadline for submission of applications is Friday 17 April 2026 at 16 00 hours.

The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) is inviting eligible candidates to register for training in ‘La gestion de recouvrement en entreprise’ under the National Skills Development Programme (NSDP).

Participants will follow training and placement at: IQera Indian Ocean Ltd

Training Provider: Websun Management & Consultant Ltd

Duration: 3 months (full time)

Eligibility: Minimum Form IV (Grade 10)

The cost of training and Stipend up to Rs 8,000 per month will be funded by the HRDC.

Register online today: www.nsdp.hrdc.mu

For additional information, contact the HRDC: 454 4009

HRDC Skills Interface | Textiles Subsector 🧵

The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) held a Skills Interface for the Textiles subsector on Friday 27 March 2026 at the HRDC Lecture Room, Ebène.

This session aimed to strengthen collaboration between industry and education while addressing the evolving skills needs of the Mauritian textiles sector.

Highlights of the session included:
• Insights from industry on workforce challenges and emerging skill requirements.
• Presentations by training providers on relevant programmes and certifications.
• Interactive exchanges to identify skills gaps and develop practical, industry-led training solutions.

Participants included operators from the textiles industry, representatives of public and private training institutions, and other key stakeholders.

This initiative reinforces the HRDC’s commitment to building a skilled, resilient, and future-ready workforce for the textiles sector.

HRDC Skills Interface | Focus on the ITO Sector 💻

As part of its ongoing Skills Interface series, the Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) organised a session dedicated to the Information Technology Outsourcing (ITO) sub-sector on Thursday 26 March 2026 at the HRDC Lecture Theatre, NG Tower, Ebène.

The session aimed to strengthen collaboration among key stakeholders and drive meaningful dialogue on current and emerging skills needs within the ITO industry. Discussions focused on identifying workforce gaps and shaping targeted skills development programmes to better align with industry demands and future growth.

The HRDC is inviting eligible candidates to register for training in TQUK Level 4 Diploma in Education Studies under the National Skills Development Programme (NSDP).

The cost of training and Stipend up to Rs 8,000 per month will be funded by the HRDC.

Participants will follow training and placement at: Sikra Co Ltd (Dukesbridge)

Training Provider: MITQ

Duration: 11 months (Full Time)

Eligibility: Minimum HSC (2 A level)

Register online today: www.nsdp.hrdc.mu

For additional information, contact the HRDC: 454 4009

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Skills Interface focusing on the Care Homes subsector

The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) organised a Skills Interface on 20 February 2026, which brought together key stakeholders from the care homes subsector. The objective was to address current and emerging workforce challenges in Mauritius. The workshop focused on practical, actionable training solutions aligned with sector realities.

WORKSHOP STRUCTURE
Session 1: Industry Perspective
Employers and industry operators outlined current workforce challenges, recruitment constraints, and priority skill requirements within the care homes subsector.

Session 2: Training Provision
Public and private training providers presented existing qualifications and programmes relevant to the sector.

Session 3: Interactive Dialogue
A joint discussion between employers, operators and training providers to:
• Identify critical skills gaps;
• Propose practical measures to address these gaps;
• Recommend actions to strengthen collaboration between industry and training institutions; and
• Define short- and medium-term training priorities that may be supported under HRDC schemes.

Event Details
📍 Venue: HRDC Lecture Theatre, 4th Floor, NG Tower, Ebène
📅 Date: Friday, 20 February 2026
⏰ Time: 09 30 hrs – 12 00 hrs

The HRDC is inviting eligible candidates to register for training in Healthcare Support Work (TQUK Level 3 Diploma) under the National Skills Development Programme (NSDP).

Participants will follow training and placement at: Life Nova Plus Ltd, Khan Medcare Ltd, ProCare Health Services Ltd.

Training Provider: MITQ

Duration: 11 months (full Time)

Eligibility: Minimum Grade 11 (5 subject passed)

The cost of training and Stipend up to Rs 8,000 per month will be funded by the HRDC.

Register online today: www.nsdp.hrdc.mu

For additional information, contact the HRDC: 454 4009

HRDC Skills Interface focusing on the Medical Laboratories Subsector

The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) organised a Skills Interface on 03 February 2026, which brought together key stakeholders, from both the public and private sectors, to discuss human resource development needs and identify practical, implementable training solutions for the medical laboratories subsector in Mauritius.

Programme Highlights

• Session 1: Industry Perspective - Insights from employers on skills requirements and workforce challenges.

• Session 2: Training Provision - Overview of relevant programmes and qualifications offered by public and private training providers.

• Session 3: Interactive Discussion - Joint dialogue to identify skills gaps, propose targeted solutions, strengthen partnerships, and recommend short- and medium-term training initiatives.

Event Details
📍 Venue: HRDC Lecture Theatre, 4th Floor, NG Tower, Ebène
📅 Date: Tuesday, 03 February 2026
⏰ Time: 09 15 hrs

HRDC Launches Skills Interface for the BPO Industry

The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) kicked off its Skills Interface series with focus on the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) sector. The platform brought together key stakeholders to discuss skills needs, workforce gaps, and training priorities specific to the BPO industry.

📅 Date: Tuesday, 27 January 2026

⏰ Time: 10:00 hrs

📍 Venue: HRDC Lecture Theatre, 4th Floor, NG Tower, Ebène

The discussions will help identify priority skills, strengthen collaboration between industry and training providers, and guide the development of targeted skills initiatives for the ICT sector.

NOTICE OF CLOSURE OF OFFICE on Friday 30 January 2026

The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) informs the public that, in view of a scheduled Team Building Exercise, the HRDC office located at NG Tower, Cybercity, Ebène will be closed on Friday 30 January 2026.

Online services on the HRDC platform will be operational on that day.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding.

Should you need to contact us during the closure period, please email us at [email protected]