Assessment of the Employability of University Graduates in the Agricultural Sector in Mocuba Regarding Their Participation in Climate Resilience Initiatives (2019–2023)

This study assessed the employability of graduates in the agricultural sector in Mocuba between 2019 and 2023, with emphasis on their participation in climate resilience initiatives. The aim was to analyze their professional insertion, describe their sociodemographic profile, identify challenges in the labor market, and measure their contribution to mitigation and adaptation practices. A mixed-methods approach was applied to 475 UniZambeze graduates, combining quantitative analysis of 220 respondents and qualitative interviews with 17 graduates. Data were processed in Excel and complemented by statistical tests such as Chi-square and Cramer’s V in SPSS. Findings reveal that 63% remain unemployed, while 36% are employed, with only 30% engaged directly in climate-related projects, including reforestation, soil conservation, efficient irrigation, and sustainable agriculture. Integration of methods demonstrates that despite high unemployment, graduates are able to apply technical skills, with generalist courses like Agronomic Engineering showing higher employability. The study concludes that employability should be understood not only as economic insertion but also as the ability to mobilize knowledge for climate action. It is proposed to expand internship programs, career guidance, green entrepreneurship, and public policies that facilitate the transition from academic training to professional practice, enhancing youth participation in climate resilience initiatives.

Employability. Agricultural Sector. Climate Resilience. Professional Insertion.

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