Matching Talent to the Jobs of Tomorrow A Guidebook for Public Employment Services 2025

Introduction In particular, it targets public employment services seeking to support the matching of job seekers with opportunities at every level, including international organizations as well as national, regional and local authorities. Effective job matching – the process of connecting individuals of working age with meaningful employment – faces mounting challenges. From misaligned skills frameworks and complex data workflows to concerns over data privacy and scepticism about emerging technologies, the obstacles are many.This guidebook is designed to support policy-makers in enhancing job matching efficiency using emerging technological solutions. Chapter 2 shifts focus to technological innovations that can support job-matching activities today and in the future. A practical checklist is also provided, offering countries a step-by-step guide to advance through the various stages of job matching. Chapter 3 features six country case studies – France, Guatemala, Nigeria, the Philippines, Singapore and Sweden – showcasing best practices, challenges and solutions in real-world contexts. Chapter 1 of the guidebook presents a simple framework, outlining sequential steps and corresponding objectives that can be harnessed to enhance job-matching success and efficiency within public employment services. Additionally, a glossary of key technological terms offers accessible definitions to support understanding of the concepts explored in this guidebook. Matching Talent to the Jobs of Tomorrow: A Guidebook for Public Employment Services 5