Department of Workforce Planning and Skills Development, Bhutan

𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲, 𝐍𝐆𝐎 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬

The Department of Workforce Planning and Skills Development, Bhutan conducted a Gender Sensitisation Programme for representatives from industries, non-governmental organisations, and corporate institutions on May 21 in Thimphu.

The programme was facilitated by Ms Rinzin Dema from RENEW and aimed to strengthen awareness and understanding of Gender Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (GEDI) in workplace settings. The initiative sought to promote inclusive, respectful, and safe working environments across organisations and institutions.
Key topics related to gender equality, diversity, workplace inclusion, prevention of discrimination and harassment, and the promotion of equitable opportunities for all employees were covered during the programme.

Participants were also introduced to practical approaches for fostering positive workplace culture and strengthening institutional practices that support inclusion and respect in the workplace.
Through interactive discussions, case studies, and group exercises, participants exchanged experiences and reflected on workplace challenges and opportunities related to gender and inclusion.

The sessions encouraged participants to identify practical measures that could be implemented within their respective organisations to promote safer and more inclusive work environments. It further emphasised the importance of collective responsibility among employers and employees in creating workplaces that uphold dignity, respect, and equal opportunity.

The programme was funded by ADB under the Pathways for Emerging Skills and Jobs Project.
The Department reaffirmed its commitment to promoting gender-responsive and inclusive workplace practices through continued awareness programmes and collaboration with relevant stakeholders and partner organisations.

🌍 𝗗𝗪𝗣𝗦𝗗 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗤𝗘𝗦 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽

The Department of Workforce Planning and Skills Development (DWPSD), in collaboration with the Bhutan Education and Skills Training (BEST) Project, is pleased to host the first cohort of international students from Humber Polytechnic at our TVET institutes from May to August 2026. The students are participating as student interns under the Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarships (QES) program.

We warmly welcome:
🌱 Cherie Tay and Kerena Brown – Sustainable Eco Tourism Interns
🌍 Fadheela Ahmed – Advancing Environmental Action in Educational Institutions Intern

This initiative marks an important milestone in advancing TVET internationalization through global partnerships, knowledge exchange, and cross-cultural learning opportunities. During their internship period, the interns will work closely with institutes and stakeholders to support sustainable tourism practices and environmental initiatives within educational institutions.

The collaboration further reflects our shared commitment to strengthening the quality, relevance, and global engagement of Bhutan’s TVET sector. As part of the QES Scholarship program, five TVET trainers are also expected to travel to Humber Polytechnic in September 2026 for international exposure and professional exchange.

Looking for an opportunity to serve in the TVET sector and secure a posting in Thimphu through lateral transfer? Here is your opportunity. Please review the details carefully to check your eligibility and apply accordingly.

Vacancy Announcement for the post of Program Officers – Sherig – MoESD The Ministry of Education and Skills Development is pleased to announce the vacancy for the post of Program Officers through lateral transfer under the Department of Workforce Planning and Skills Development, Thimphu.

🎓✨ *𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐓𝐎𝐓 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦* ✨🎓

We are proud to mark the successful completion of the Masters Training of Trainers (TOT) Program for TVET professionals in the fields of Event Management, Digital Marketing, and Landscape Technology. 🌱💻🎉

The program was facilitated by distinguished faculty members from Humber Polytechnic, whose expertise and guidance greatly enriched the learning experience of all participants.

Conducted under the BEST Project, the program aimed to strengthen the knowledge, practical skills, and innovative teaching approaches of TVET professionals to support the delivery of three new courses: Diploma in Digital Marketing, Diploma in Landscape Technology, and Certificate in Event Management, which will be launched at TTI-Thimphu, RDTC, and RITH respectively.

Congratulations to all participants on successfully completing the program! 👏

A heartfelt thank you to the trainers, organizers, and supporting partners for making this journey meaningful and impactful.

Together, we continue to empower skills, creativity, and excellence in technical and vocational education. 🌟

XR Week at TTI-Samthang!

A new era of TVET innovation begins as cutting-edge Extended Reality (XR) technology being introduced for the first time in Public TVET Institutes of Bhutan, transforming learning at Technical Training Institute, Samthang.

With the generous support of the GovTech Agency, in collaboration with the Department of Workforce Planning and Skills Development (DWPSD), MoESD, Yoy Simulators from Chile has successfully established an XR Lab for the Mobile Crane Operation course at TTI-Samthang.

This initiative marks a major step towards immersive high-tech solutions, hands-on, and future-ready skills training, preparing Bhutanese youth for emerging opportunities under the visionary Gelephu Mindfulness City initiative. It also reflects a significant milestone in advancing the nation’s TVET Reform and Education and Skilling Roadmap.

𝟐𝟏 𝐓𝐕𝐄𝐓 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝

A total of 21 TVET Trainers were certified as Professional TVET Trainer on 4th May, 2026 after completion of all four modules of Technical Instruction and Andragogy conducted by Technical Trainers Training and Resource Center, Department of Workforce Planning and Skills Development.

The cohort represents TVET Trainers from a diverse range of organisations, professional backgrounds, qualifications, and occupational fields. Participants include representatives from both public and private TVET Institutes including NGO registered training institutes. The Director, Department of Education Program, Ministry of Education and Skills Development graced the closing and certification ceremony.

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟐𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐙𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲
15𝑡ℎ 𝐷𝑎𝑦 𝑜𝑓 𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑟𝑑 𝑙𝑢𝑛𝑎𝑟 𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑡ℎ

Across the country, institutes of Zorig Chusum and Technical Training Institutes were filled with devotion and joy as teachers and trainees offered prayers to Zorig Lha and Kalachakra, received timeless blessings, and celebrated their achievements.

Zorig Day is observed annually on the 15th day of the third lunar month. It is a proud occasion for all artisans (zorigpa) who preserve and promote Bhutan’s thirteen traditional arts and crafts, as well as contemporary skills.

𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐕𝐄𝐓 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐬: 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫-𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐎𝐓 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟

With support from BEST project, the Training of Trainers (TOT) to build the capacity of trainers/lecturers at RITH, TTI-T, RDTC, and TTI-S in delivering new Humber-supported courses, commenced this week.

Expert faculty from Humber Polytechnic—Anna Mary Santilli, Sadaf Virji, and Liane Cook—are in Bhutan to deliver the TOT program, equipping trainers/lecturers with the skills to deliver Event Management (NC 3) at RITH, Landscape Technology (Diploma) at RDTC, and Digital Marketing (Diploma) at TTI-T, which is expected to be launched in 2026.

📅 April 27 – May 8: Event Management & Advertising and Marketing Communications | April 28 – May 7: Landscape Technology. Best wishes to all participants for a successful training!