Tenerife’s Innovative Employment Initiatives Drive Economic Growth

Tenerife has emerged as a pivotal player in transforming employment opportunities within the Canary Islands through innovative programs launched by the Cabildo in 2025.

These initiatives have not only created thousands of job opportunities but have also enhanced training and practical experience for residents, positioning the island as a key economic engine in the region.

Strategic Employment Programs

The president of the Cabildo, Rosa Dávila, highlighted the effectiveness of operational strategies that have significantly improved professional training for many individuals. This has been achieved through enhanced collaboration between public and private sectors, leading to the establishment of strategic projects such as Barrios por el Empleo, Proyecto ISOS, Práctica, and ECCA Social.

Under the guidance of island councillor Efraín Medina, the Department of Employment, Education, and Youth has developed a comprehensive strategy focused on boosting employability, facilitating job placements, and expanding training opportunities for the local population.

To address the challenges faced by specific groups, targeted programs have been initiated to assist women, youth, long-term unemployed individuals, and users from the third sector. These efforts are coordinated with local councils and specialized organizations to foster sustainable employment across the island.

Collaborative Local Strategies

In addition to the direct programs implemented by the Cabildo, a broad territorially-focused strategy has been established in collaboration with the 31 municipalities of Tenerife. This approach aims to strengthen local employment policies and enhance community engagement.

Medina noted that a grant line of 10 million euros has been allocated to support municipal projects that integrate training, hiring, community intervention, and sustainability efforts, all aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

This commitment to inter-administrative cooperation enables municipalities to tailor their actions to meet specific local needs, thereby creating job opportunities in various strategic sectors. For instance, the San Miguel de Abona Avanza 2025 project successfully trained 32 individuals, achieving a 50% job placement rate.

Similarly, the El Sauzal Emplea 2030 initiative resulted in 27 hires, focusing on professional development and community support, demonstrating the tangible impact of these local employment strategies.

Focused Initiatives for Young People and Women

The Cabildo of Tenerife has also launched broader insular initiatives that complement municipal efforts, such as the Práctica Project. This strategic initiative aims to provide first professional experiences for qualified young individuals on the island, with an investment of 2.5 million euros facilitating the hiring of approximately 100 young interns for a duration of 12 months.

Implemented through 15 participating entities, this program covers nearly twenty professional profiles and is co-financed by the European Social Fund Plus (FSE+) and the Canary Island Employment Service (SCE).

Additionally, the ISOS Project has been designed to support women with formal training who struggle to secure their first professional experiences. In its 2025-2026 edition, this initiative has enabled 100 women to undertake non-labour internships at around 70 companies across the island, managed by the Insular Foundation for Training, Employment, and Business Development (FIFEDE) with a budget of 700,000 euros.

Support for Vulnerable Populations

Alongside initiatives targeting youth and women, the Cabildo has reinforced support policies for vulnerable groups through programs executed by third sector entities. Medina indicated that there are dedicated grant lines for non-profit organizations, totaling 2 million euros, aimed at enhancing employment opportunities for these populations.

These comprehensive efforts reflect a commitment to fostering an inclusive job market, ensuring that all residents of Tenerife have access to meaningful employment and training opportunities.

Key points

• The Cabildo’s employment programs launched in 2025 have created thousands of job opportunities in Tenerife.
• Strategic projects like Barrios por el Empleo and Proyecto ISOS have enhanced professional training.
• A 10 million euro grant line supports municipal projects focused on local employment policies.
• The Práctica Project has facilitated internships for around 100 young individuals with a total investment of 2.5 million euros.
• The ISOS Project has enabled 100 women to start internships at nearly 70 companies.
• Support policies for vulnerable groups include 2 million euros in grants for non-profit organizations.