Are you a refugee in Cyprus and looking for work or training opportunities?
Help Refugees Work is a web platform created to support refugees' efforts to find work and rebuild
their lives in Cyprus. We want refugees to have access to more employment and training opportunities, to develop
their talents and fulfill their aspirations.
If you have refugee status or you are a beneficiary of subsidiary protection living in Cyprus, you can register and
use this platform for free.
HelpRefugeesWork helps you to find and communicate directly with interested employers. By registering
on this platform you can also receive notifications by email or SMS about new job advertisements and training
opportunities that match your requirements.
Get personal support! We are happy to advise you on any job-related issues you may face.
For interview tips, legal advice, any question regarding your documents and qualifications, please contact us.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
- The HelpRefugeesWork Platform allows you to apply for jobs directly through the system. By submitting a job application, you are sharing your professional CV containing certain personal information, with potential employers. You can find the full list of personal data collected by HelpRefugeesWork, in the Terms of Use and the Privacy Policy of the website (links).
- Application for training opportunities are not performed through the HelpRefugeesWork Platform. However, it is advisable to be cautious when sharing your personal information with a training provider.
NOTE:By submitting an application for work through the HelpRefugeesWork platform, you will be sharing your professional profile, containing certain personal information, with the potential employer. You can find the full list of personal data collected and shared, in the Terms of Use of the website.
How our platform works
1. Registration
You can register with an e-mail address and a user name
2. Create your professional profile
Provide information about your professional experience, your skills and the job you are looking for.
3. Search for work
You can search for vacancies and use filters to find the job that suits your needs. For example you can search
for a specific type of work in a specific area.
4. Apply for jobs
If you find interesting job offers, you can easily contact the employers and forward your profile to them.
FAQ
- I am waiting for a decision on my asylum application. Can I use the platform?
The HelpRefugeesWork platform is only for persons who have refugee status, subsidiary protection or Temporary Protection (Ukrainians) in the Republic
of Cyprus.It is not possible to register if you reside in Cyprus as an asylum-seeker, or under any other status, for
example, EU citizenship, working visa, student visa or tourist visa.It is not possible to register if you have refugee status or other form of protection granted in another
country. - Do I need to submit any documents in order to use the platform?
You will need to upload a photo of either your Recognition Letter, or Residence Permit (ID), or receipt of applying/renewing your residence permit (ID), in order to use the platform.
As a job-seeker, you will come in contact with employers who will want to make sure that they can
hire you. It will be important for you to present the documents that prove your status as a refugee or a
beneficiary of subsidiary protection or Temporary Protection Holder to your future employer.Such documents include: the letter you received informing you that you have been granted international
protection and your Residence Permit (ID card). - Are there any restrictions for refugees to be able to work in Cyprus?
Having refugee status or subsidiary protection or Temporary Protection, allows you to work under the same conditions that
apply for Cypriot citizens. - Can this platform help me to find a job in another country?
No. HelpRefugeesWork aims to connect refugees with employers and training providers operating in the Republic of Cyprus only.
NOTE: Please remember that working legally in another country requires you to apply and secure an appropriate visa/permit by that country’s authorities.
- Can I exercise my profession in Cyprus?
It depends on whether or not it is a regulated profession in Cyprus. You can find the list with all the regulated
professions in Cyprus,
here.If your profession is regulated you will need to apply for registration with the appointed professional
body, as indicated in the above list. Each professional body has set conditions to be met by applicants
in order to approve their registration. Such conditions might include greek language use requirements, academic qualifications, previous
work experience, and practical training.If your profession is not regulated, you can practice it immediately without further restrictions.
If you have any further inquiries about practicing your profession in Cyprus, please contact us.
- Can I participate in vocational training programs?
If you have refugee status or subsidiary protection, you can participate in vocational trainings under the same
conditions that apply to Cypriot citizens. Under the section “Training Programs” in this platform
you can find out about available training opportunities. By creating a profile in the platform, you can stay
informed about training programs that match your needs.NOTE: Some training programs are available for free, while others require fees. If you are unemployed and
registered with the Labour Office, you can ask for a training referral document. With this document you
can apply to participate in one training program per year for free, provided that it is eligible for
subsidization by Human Resources Development Authority (HRDA or ΑΝΑΔ). - Who provides vocational training in Cyprus?
Vocational training is provided by a large number of public and private organizations, such as colleges, training
institutions, consulting companies, NGOs and local authorities.The
Human Resources Development Authority of Cyprus (HRDA or ΑΝΑΔ) and the
Cyprus Productivity Centre (CPC or ΚΕΠΑ) are two major sources of fully or partially subsidized
training programs. - Which subjects are taught as part of vocational training programs offered in Cyprus?
Vocational training programs cover a wide array of subjects, professions and skills, ranging from
basic levels to specialized topics. - Are all vocational training programs provided in the Greek language?
Vocational training is provided by a large number of public and private organizations, such as colleges, training
institutions, consulting companies, and local authorities.The majority of vocational trainings in Cyprus are provided in Greek. However, a substantial number of programs are offered
in English.
You can find important clarifications and useful information on your rights and obligations as a refugee in Cyprus,
by visiting the HELP platform developed by UNHCR