| Project Detail |
The project will support the Government of Timor-Leste to strengthen the technical and vocational education and training (TVET) system by (i) upgrading teaching and learning environments of selected key TVET institutions, (ii) improving the access to industry-aligned training opportunities in priority sectors (agriculture, manufacturing, construction), (iii) enhancing professional development of TVET teachers, (iv) strengthening the foundations of competency-based training by harmonizing standard development and subsequent curriculum development, preparing teaching and learning aids, including textbooks. Outcome is TVET system strengthened and aligned to the evolving labor market needs. Project Name Project Preparation I - Workforce and Skills Development Project Number 51063-003 Country / Economy Timor-Leste Project Status Active Project Type / Modality of Assistance Technical Assistance The project will support the Government of Timor-Leste to strengthen the technical and vocational education and training (TVET) system by (i) upgrading teaching and learning environments of selected key TVET institutions, (ii) improving the access to industry-aligned training opportunities in priority sectors (agriculture, manufacturing, construction), (iii) enhancing professional development of TVET teachers, (iv) strengthening the foundations of competency-based training by harmonizing standard development and subsequent curriculum development, preparing teaching and learning aids, including textbooks. Outcome is TVET system strengthened and aligned to the evolving labor market needs. Project Rationale and Linkage to Country/Regional Strategy Overall, the vast majority of training providers in Timor-Leste is only delivering basic and low-level skills training programs across all occupational areas. |
