Jiska Alqamaria Program

The Jiska Alqamaria program conducted by the Ministry of Economy and Public Finance of Bolivia

Experience Description:

Since 2006, the Ministry of Economy and Public Finance has been implementing the program for youth participation in public government decisions through the Program Jiska Alqamari (meaning Small Eagles) which has recruited 226 young talent per year between the ages 20-29 years for internships at the institution, of which an average of 81 young people conducted professional practices over a period of 3-6 months time during which they are evaluated for subsequent incorporation into the institution as public servants.

Activities:

Different institutional agreements were established with universities in the country.  Additionally, calls were made by the Human Resources Unit of our institution.

Results:

The placement of young professionals in the workplace of the Plurinational State of Bolivia that starts them out as professionals with great prospects for growth in this area.

Challenges:

The main challenge identified in this practice is encouraging young people to raise their GPA, because being part of this institution is a reward for this effort.

Lessons Learned:

The main lessons are: Young people are an important part of society, as their desire to move forward can go a long way for the country when they are offered incentives to overcome personally.

Contact Person:

René Fernando Rocha Plata, Director of Planning, Ministry of Economy and Public Finance, rene.plata@economiayfinanzas.gob.bo