Azerbaijan launches National Digital Skills Programme for public sector employees

Azerbaijan has launched the “Digital Horizons” National Digital Literacy Training Programme to strengthen digital competencies across the public sector. Starting September 28, the Innovation and Digital Development Agency under the Ministry of Digital Development and Transport

BAKU, AZ — October 14, 2026 — Azerbaijan has launched the “Digital Horizons” National Digital Literacy Training Programme to strengthen digital competencies across the public sector and build a digitally skilled public workforce as part of the country’s broader digital government transformation efforts.

Starting from September 28, the Innovation and Digital Development Agency, under the Ministry of Digital Development and Transport of the Republic of Azerbaijan, is implementing the programme for civil servants and employees of public institutions.

The initiative is designed to advance digital skills across the public sector in line with unified, internationally recognized standards.

Supporting the development of digital skills across the public sector, accelerating digital transformation in public administration, and strengthening human capital in the adoption of modern technologies are among the key objectives of the initiative.

The training is structured to strengthen participants’ digital capabilities and prepare them to navigate an increasingly technology-driven professional environment. It also aims to equip participants with the digital competencies needed to effectively apply emerging technologies in their professional activities.

The programme’s curriculum has been developed in accordance with the European Digital Competence Framework (DigComp 3.0), providing a common reference for the development of digital skills while considering the specific needs of Azerbaijan’s public sector.

Delivered online through a digital platform and free of charge, the training sessions will be available to all employees of public institutions, including managers and specialists. The curriculum has been developed in accordance with international standards and adapted for the Azerbaijani context. It combines international competency frameworks with the specific digital transformation priorities of Azerbaijan’s public administration.

An adaptive learning model will tailor the training to each participant’s level of knowledge and competency. Following an initial assessment, participants will be assigned to the appropriate learning level based on their results. The curriculum comprises two levels: Foundational and Intermediate. The Foundational level focuses on the safe and effective use of digital tools, information literacy, digital communication, and the fundamental principles of cybersecurity. The Intermediate level covers data analytics, cloud technologies, the responsible and ethical use of artificial intelligence, advanced cybersecurity practices, and the development of knowledge and skills related to digital government services.

A one-month period will be allocated to each participant to complete the programme. Participants will receive competency-based certificates based on their assessment results.

The programme is being implemented in line with Sub-clause 8.1.12 of the Action Plan for Accelerating Digital Development in the Republic of Azerbaijan for 2026–2028, which provides for strengthening the digital competencies, knowledge, and skills of officials in state bodies (institutions). It also forms part of the measures envisaged under Clause 2.4 of the Digital Development Concept of the Republic of Azerbaijan (2025–2027) to advance digital skills.

The “Digital Horizons” Programme represents part of Azerbaijan’s broader efforts to strengthen human capital, enhance public-sector digital capacity and support the continued development of digital government.

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