European Social Fund (ESF) - France (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur)

The Préfet de Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur is the public authority responsible for the implementation of ESF in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in France. It manages the implementation of the Operational Programme ERDF-ESF Provence Alpes Côte d'Azur 2014-2020.

This Operational Programme has six prioities: 

1. increase the number of research and innovation activities
2. encourage the creation of local SMEs
3. develop ICT capabilties in the region and give people access to Fibre
4. develop renewable energy production
5. preserve biodiversity
6. enhance employability in priority urban areas
7. invest in education, training, and professional development to promote lifelong learning

Please note that this Operational Programme refers to the programming period 2014-2020, as the as the Operational Programme for 2021-2027 is not yet available.

Useful links

Link to managing authority

Link to funding opportunities