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TVETSDP Quarterly Progress Report 1 October – 31 December 2017 e-GEN Consultants Ltd. in association with SBK, PCU-TVETSDP 30 January 2017 Phnom Penh, Cambodia ROYAL GOVERNMENT OF CAMBODIA Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING SECTOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (TVETSDP) ADB Loan No. 3166 / 3167– CAM (COL) AFD Loan 8305-CAM (AFD)

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TVETSDP

Quarterly Progress Report 1 October – 31 December 2017

e-GEN Consultants Ltd.

in association with

SBK, PCU-TVETSDP

30 January 2017

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

ROYAL GOVERNMENT OF CAMBODIA Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training

TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING

SECTOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (TVETSDP) ADB Loan No. 3166 / 3167– CAM (COL)

AFD Loan 8305-CAM (AFD)

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ABBREVIATIONS

ADB = Asian Development Bank ADF = Asian Development Fund AFS = Audited Financial Statements

CBTA = Competency Based Training and Assessment COEs = Centers of Excellence CQF = Cambodian Qualifications Framework DMF = Design and Monitoring Framework EARF = Environmental Assessment and Review Framework EIA = Environmental Impact Assessment EMP = Environmental Management Plan ESMS = Environmental and Social Management System GACAP = Governance and Anti-Corruption Action Plan GDP = Gross Domestic Product ICB = International Competitive Bidding IEE = Initial Environmental Examination IPP = Indigenous People Plan IPPF = Indigenous People Planning Framework LAR = Land Acquisition and Resettlement LIBOR = London Inter-Bank Offered Rate NCB = National Competitive Bidding NGOs = Non-Government Organizations PAI = Project Administration Instructions PAM = Project Administration Manual QBS = Quality Based Selection QCBS = Quality- and Cost Based Selection RRP = Report and Recommendation of the President to the Board SBD = Standard Bidding Documents SOE = Statement of Expenditure SPS = Safeguard Policy Statement SPRSS = Summary of Poverty Reduction and Social Strategy TOR = Terms of Reference

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BASIC DATA

Loan Number

ADB Loans No. 3166/3167 and No. 8305

Project Title - Technical and Vocational Education and Training Sector Development Program (Loan No. 3166)

- Technical and Vocational Education and Training Sector Development Project (Loan No. 3167)

- Additional Financing TVETSDP (Loan No. 8305)

Borrower Royal Government of Cambodia.

Executing& Implementing Agency

Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training (MLVT) is EA

Directorate General of TVET is the Implementing Agency

Updated Project Cost Total cost USD 42.26 Million

ADB: USD 23.0 Million (Project Loan);

AFD: USD 15.00 Million

RGC: USD 4.26 Million

Project Financing Status ADB (Loan 3167) – As of 18 January 2018

- Received to date: USD 4.31 million - Spent to date: USD 3.73 million

AFD (Loan 8305) -- As of 18 January 2018

- Received to date: USD 0.70 million - Spend to date: USD 0.16 million

- Spend to date: USD 0.16 million

Program Cost Total cost $7 million, two tranches

- 1st Tranche USD 3 million was released on 13 April 2015.

- 2nd Tranche, which is equal amount to the first, will be released upon full compliance of five policy actions by end 2017.

Date of Approval by ADB 26 September 2014

Date of Signing 27 October 2014

Date of Effectiveness 09 January 2015

Co-financing Date of Signing

04 July 2016

Original Closing date for

Program

31 December 2017

Original Closing date for Project

30 June 2020

Revised Closing date for Project and its Additional Financing Physical Completion

30 June 2021

Revised date of Loan Closing

31 December 2021

Date of ADB and AFD Mission

Inception Mission 18 – 27 May 2015

Progress Review Mission, 23 – 26 February 2016

Progress Review Mission, 23 – 30 August 2016

Progress Review Mission, 22 February – 02 March 2017

Progress Review Mission, 10-21 August 2017

Date of Steering Committee Action

First meeting, 22 June 2015

Second meeting, 28 September 2017

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CONTENTS

ABBREVIATIONS 2

BASIC DATA 3

I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION 5

II. PROGRAM PROGRESS 5

III. PROJECT PROGRESS BY OUTPUTS AND SUB-OUTPUTS 6

A. Output 1: Increased Access to TVET Programs 6

B. Output 2: Improved Quality and Relevance of TVET System 7

C. Output 3: Increased Involvement of Employers in TVET Delivery 9

D. Output 4: Strengthened Governance and Management of the TVET System 10

E. Cross Cutting Activities 11

IV. PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROGRESS 12

A. Financial Performance 12

B. Summary of Procurement Activities 19

C. Utilization of Consultants’ Inputs 20

D. Capacity Building 20

E. Good Governance Framework 21

F. Monitoring and Evaluation Framework 21

G. Loan Covenants 21

H. ADB Review Mission Follow-up Actions 21

I. Problems and Issues Encountered and Action Taken 21

V. PLANS FOR THE NEXT QUARTER 23

Appendix 1 26

Appendix 2 56

Appendix 3 66

TABLE SUMMARY OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLE PLAN (IPP) BY OUTPUTS (1-4): 66

Appendix 4 73

Appendix 5 96

Appendix 6 105

Appendix 7 112

Appendix 8 120

Appendix 9 129

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I.PROJECT DESCRIPTION

1. The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) approved the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Sector Development Project (TVETSDP) on 26 September 2014, in the amount of Special Drawing Rights (SDR) 19,428,000 (USD 30 million equivalent), and comprised of a policy-based loan (USD 7 million equivalent) and a project loan (USD 23 million equivalent). The current project became effective in 9 January 2015. 2. On 17 June 2015, the AFD Board of Directors approved additional co-financing to the current project through a loan of USD 15 million equivalent to the Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC), to be administered by ADB. Building on the existing program design, the additional co-financing will scale up activities under the investment part of the current program (the policy-based component of the current program will be unchanged; the original policy matrix and disbursement triggers will maintained). It will focus on upgrading learning environments and the capacity of TVET instructors, and providing stipends to disadvantaged students. 3. TVETSDP will support the Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) to address equity and quality issues facing the technical vocational education and training (TVET) system through:

Increased access to TVET programs, particularly for women and the poor;

Improved quality and relevance of the TVET system;

Increased involvement of employers in technical and vocational education and training delivery; and

Strengthened governance and management of TVET delivery.

4. The Project supports RGC’s commitment to the development of high-quality, skilled and capable human resources in order to meet the immediate and long-term needs of economic growth and socio-economic development. 5. The impact of the Project will be increased employability of TVET certified workers. The outcome of the Project will be an accessible, demand-driven TVET system responsive to continuing and emerging labor market demands. 6. The project will deliver four outputs: (i) increased access to TVET programs, particularly for women and the poor; (ii) improved quality and relevance of the TVET system; (iii) increased involvement of employers in TVET delivery; and (iv) strengthened governance and management of the TVET system.

II. PROGRAM PROGRESS 7. The required policy reform actions for the release of the second tranche of policy-based loan have been submitted to ADB on 17 November 2017 including: (i) Prakas issued by MLVT approving the VSC Qualification Requirements and Guidelines for CQF Level 1; (ii) NTB approval of (a) RPL/RCC Assessment Policy; (b) RPL/RCC Certification Policy; (iii) approval by Prime Minister of a National TVET Policy [under CDTA]; and (iv) NTB approval of Industry Internship Policy. The 5 policy reform actions and their status of compliance is summarized in Table 1.

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Table 1: Status of Policy Actions for the 2nd Tranche

No. Policy Actions Status

T2.1 MLVT will issue Prakas to approve the Vocational Skills Certification at Level 1 of CQF as an alternative entry requirement into the formal TVET system (Level 2 of CQF). MLVT will also issue guidelines for implementing and monitoring the CQF, inclusive of criteria for qualification for Vocational Skills Certificate.

Complied Prakas issued on 20 April 2017, and Guidelines was issued on 20 March 2017.

T2.2 The National Training Board will approve the process for the recognition of prior learning and current competencies through the issuance of the Assessment Policy outlining the rationale for conducting competency assessments in order to facilitate access to formal TVET and promote recognition of prior learning and current competencies.

Complied Approved by NTB during its meeting on 20 October 2017.

T2.3 The National Training Board will approve the Certification Policy to outline the procedure for allowing the recognition of competency units achieved, as well as the certification of complete qualifications for CQF Levels 1-4.

Complied Approved by NTB during its meeting on 20 October 2017.

T2.4 The Royal Government of Cambodia will approve the National TVTE Policy, developed in consultation with relevant government agencies, employers, and workers to provide a strategic framework for gender inclusive skills development for lifelong employability and regional competitiveness.

Complied National TVET Policy was approved by the government on 16 June 2017.

T2.5 The National Training Board (NTB) will approve an Internship Policy, developed in consultation with employers and workers, to provide a gender inclusive framework for reforming internship programs offered by public TVET institutions under the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training.

Complied Internship Policy approved by NTB during its meeting on 20 October 2017.

III. PROJECT PROGRESS BY OUTPUTS AND SUB-OUTPUTS

8. A summary of the current status of TVETSDP with its different outputs and sub-outputs as of 31 December 2017 is in Appendix 1. The details are described in the succeeding sections below.

A. Output 1: Increased Access to TVET Programs

9. Sub-output 1.1: Introduction of the VSC at CQF Level 1. While the VSC Qualification Requirements and Guidelines has been approved by the IA in 20 March 2017 and the Prakas approving the VSC as alternative pathway to CQF Level 1 was signed by Minister on 20 April 2017, the workshops needed to orient RTCs/PTCs on the guidelines which were scheduled in July was postponed several times due to non-availability of AFD funds as the cost is shared between ADB and AFD. As the AFD fund is already available, the orientation workshops are scheduled in quarterly 1, 2018 at the RTCs in Siem Reap, Battambang, and Svay Rieng. Meanwhile, the development of the CBT packages of the 5 priority sectors is continuing particularly the competency-based learning materials where additional budget allocation is needed. The competency standards (CSs), competency-based curricula (CBC), and competency assessment packages (CAPs) have been validated by expert workers. Of the 5 competency-based learning materials (CBLMs), 3 have been submitted to the Department of Standards and Curriculum (DSC) for final review and 2 are under development. The CBLMs do not need validation. In preparation for the piloting of the VSC, a pre-pilot training for teachers of the 4 COEs, NTTI, DSC, ITI, NIB and other relevant DGTVET institutions is scheduled in February 2018. As the piloting of VSC is not budgeted,

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a request for allocation is being prepared for approval by PCU and NOL from ADB. The piloting of VSC is targeted for March 2018 contingent on the availability of budget. 10. Sub-output 1.2: Development and implementation of RPL/RCC. The RPL/RCC Assessment and Certification Policy has been reviewed and endorsed by the Sub-NTB Committee during its meeting on 29 August 2017 and approved by the NTB on 20 October 2017. The implementation of RPL/RCC, however, will have to follow only after completion of a number of pre-requisite activities including the development of CBT package for assessors training program, training and certification of competency assessors, and establishment of assessment centers. The CBT package for assessors training is among the 3 packages including the CTQF and VSC (additional for 3 sectors) awaiting approval by PCU/Technical Unit and NOL from ADB. This sub-output is closely linked with Sub-output 2.2. 11. Sub-output 1.3: Establishment of stipend program for CQF levels 2-4 training for disadvantaged youth and women. The stipend guidelines has been split into 2 separate documents addressed to 2 types of recipients – student stipend and internship stipend. The revised versions of the student stipend guidelines was approved by the Project Director in October 2017. After the approval of student stipend guidelines, 3 awareness workshops for RTCs, PTCs and concerned DGTVET staff were conducted in November 2017 at NTTI, RTC Battambang, and RTC Svay Rieng. Processing and disbursement of stipend for students to start in Q1 2018 due to the delayed opening of institutional sub-accounts which happened only in December 2017. [The internship stipend guidelines is now part of Sub-output 3.1]. The 5 Cluster Coordinating Committees (CCCs) and 5 Cluster Coordination Units (CCUs) were official established since Q3 2107 to facilitate the processing and monitoring of implementation at the regional level not only of the stipend program but also of the other programs including VSTP, SBP, and start-up costs. Assistance from Cluster Coordinators (national consultants) are needed to help operationalize the CCCs and CCUs. However, the Cluster Coordinators to date have not yet been mobilized. 12. Sub-output 1.4: Piloting Women’s dormitories with career mentorship program. The construction drawings of 3 dormitories (Banteay Meanchey, CEFP-Siem Reap, and Koh Kong) under ADB funding have been advertised and the contracts with winning bidders signed on 22 December 2017. Construction to start on 15 January 2018 and expected to be completed by end of Q3 2018. Preparation of construction drawings, foundations, BOQs, and cost estimates of 3 other dormitories (Kandal, Kratie, and Battambang) under AFD funding is on final stage and to be advertised by end of January 2018. Completion of construction is expected to be toward the end of Q4 2018. The TOR for Women’s Leadership Center has been approved and scheduled to be advertised in Q1 2018. The procurement of dormitory furniture and items for career mentorship program will be advertised in Q1 & Q2 2018. 13. Sub-output 1.5: Promoting social marketing of TVET. The 5-year Strategic Plan has been finalized both in Khmer and English and reviewed by DLMI and related offices. Field visit to two IP majority provinces - Mondol Kiri and Ratanakiri – were conducted to identify key languages and its communication channels. Roadshow SOP consultation meetings were conducted for RTC Battambang and RTC Siem Reap. The list of marketing equipment and materials submitted to procurement taking into consideration suggested changes from ADB and has been included in the procurement plan. Procurement process ongoing. EOIs for social marketing agency received and under evaluation by procurement.

B. Output 2: Improved Quality and Relevance of TVET System

14. Sub-output 2.1: Strengthening TVET Quality Assurance System. The field work on the pilot internal audit of 11 public TVET institutions (5 RTCs, BIT, NVIB, Kampong Thom PTC, Kep PTC, Mondulkirie PTC, and Koh Kong PTC) and 1 private (Don Bosco) completed. The remaining 28 public institutions were also audited using government budget. Preparation of

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audit report of individual institutions and as well as of the consolidated report is ongoing. As the capacity of the QA officers on report writing is limited, on-the-job training and coaching has been going on simultaneously with the report preparation. The individual and consolidated reports will be completed by mid-February 2018. 15. Sub-output 2.2: Establishment of TVET competency-based assessment and certification system. The National Competency Assessment and Certification System (CBACS) is the main document that provides the policy framework and guidelines for the establishment and operation of the assessment and certification system in the country. It has been validated through a consultation workshop with key stakeholders, endorsed by the Sub-NTB Committee on 19 October and approved by the NTB on 20 October 2017. While CBACS is not among the required reform actions in the policy-based loan, it was submitted to NTB for approval as it is national in application. Following the approval of CBACS by NTB, a series of related activities will follow including: (i) development of CBT package for Assessor’s Training Program; (ii) training of independent competency assessors; and (iii) establishment of assessment centers and training of center managers. The proposal for the development of CBT package for assessors training program (a pre-requisite before proceeding with the other activities) has been submitted, together with 3 other CBT packages for other components, to PCU/Technical Unit for approval and subsequently NOL from ADB, as it requires budget reallocation. Upon approval, expected to be in January or February 2018, the input of an international Competency Assessment Specialist will be needed to assist in the implementation of the series of above-mentioned activities. 16. Sub output 2.3: Improving TVET instructor training system. The Cambodia Trainers Qualifications Framework (CTQF) has been developed and approved by the Sub-NTB Committee on 19 October 2017 for piloting. It was deemed more prudent to pilot it before getting approval of NTB as it has implications on sensitive issues such as teacher rankings and salary scale. The proposal for development of CBT package for CTQF has been submitted, together with 3 other CBT packages, to PCU/Technical Unit for approval and subsequently NOL from ADB, as it requires budget reallocation. Upon approval, expected to be in February 2018, the input of an international CBT Teacher Training Specialist will be needed to assist in the development of the CBT package and piloting of the CTQF. The pre-service CBT curriculum approved by NTTI on 12 July 2017 is being used as basis for the development of learning materials with the assistance of the National Master Teacher Specialist. NTTI has been implementing new pre-service curriculum since 30 October 2017 with a total number of 297 TVET trainers (49 female trainers or 16.5%). In service training has been provided 393 TVET trainers (54 females or 13.7%) in CBT phase 1 training, and 57 TVET trainers (3 females or 5%) in CBT phase 2 training, and 31 TVET trainers (3 females or 10%) in CBT phase 3 training. Piloting of in-service TVET Instructor Training and Assessment has implemented. The selection of 20 Master Teacher Trainers has been completed after a rigorous process over 3 phases. The guidelines on the implementation mechanism of Return to Industry Scheme (RIS) has been prepared and translated to Khmer and under review by the Technical Unit. The clarification of the roles of NTTI and QA Department and DSC in RIS and in-service teacher training is still pending. This issue may better be resolved during the overall organization review by the TVET HRM firm that is being contracted. 17. Sub output 2.4: Enhancing VSTP. While the VSTP Guidelines (Khmer) was approved

earlier in June 2017, some supporting forms were later added/refined in the annexes per ADB

suggestion including: (i) the training provider application form, (ii) RTC/PTC contract form,

(between RTC/PTC and DGTVET), (iii) annual commune training form, (iv) training provider

contract format (between RTC/PTC and training providers) and (v) the log book. Orientation

training on VSTP guidelines was conducted on 23 November 2017 involving 15 RTCs/PTCs

from 10 provinces under Phase 1. Data entry and analysis of TENA survey Phase 1 done at

the provincial level by the RTCs and PTCs which provided the basis for the preparation of the

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annual commune training plan in respective provinces. Budget request amounting to $752,541

to implement Year 1 of Phase I has been prepared for approval of Project Director. The

proposed budget will train 14,212 youths and adults (60% is female) in 347 communes

involving 15 RTCs/PTCs including 1 non-state provider.

18. Sub output 2.5: Enhancing SBP. The SBP guidelines was revised incorporating changes as suggested by ADB and translated to Khmer. The revised guidelines (KH version) was approved by Project Director on 5 October 2017. Gender inclusive modules for Grade 7, 8 & 9 and employability modules for Grades 8 and 9 as enhancement to the core subjects in the curriculum were submitted to PCU for approval. Of the 23 public and private providers that submitted proposals for delivering SBP courses, 14 institutes (5 private training institutes) have started implementation in October 2017 with a total of 1,689 students (596 females or 35.2%) following the opening of institutional sub-accounts. Another 9 providers are recruiting students starting in Q1 2018. Request for budget to implement the initial batch has been submitted to PCU for approval. 19. Sub output 2.6: Improving learning environment in TVET facilities. Of the 19 new training workshop facilities under the project, 9 (Kandal, Kampong Speu, and Sihanoukville, Kampong Cham, Kampong Thom, Siem Reap, Pursat, Battambang, and Banteay Meanchey provinces) were completed in November 2019 and hand-over is ongoing. The construction of workshop at Koh Kong PTC to start in 15 January 2018. Construction drawings, BOQs, cost estimates, and bid documents for the remaining 9 workshops are being finalized and will be advertised by Q1 2018. Soil investigation for new buildings at Tbong Khmom PTC, CIEDI, and NPIA have been completed. Preparation of construction drawings, foundation designs and cost estimates are on-going and the bids will be advertised by end of Q1 2018. Site surveys and data collection for upgrading works at 10 PTCs done, preparation of bidding documents ongoing and bid will be advertised by Q1 2018. Orientation workshop to facilitate identification and specification of training equipment moved to 11 January 2018.

20. Sub output 2.7: Developing human resource management policy frameworks for instructors in public TVET institutions. The invitation to bid for Human Resource Management (firm) was advertised in July 2017 and 18 bid proposals were received. Evaluation is ongoing and the firm is expected to be mobilized in Q1 2018. The contracted firm will conduct a comprehensive review of current human resource policies and practices with particular focus on TVET instructors and managers. Based on review findings, the firm will develop, in coordination with MLVT, a comprehensive TVET human resource policy framework and programs. It is proposed that the scope of work of the firm also cover review and rationalization of roles and organization structure of DGTVET including the RIS and in-service teacher training. (See Para. 16).

C. Output 3: Increased Involvement of Employers in TVET Delivery 21. Sub output 3.1: Strengthening internship program. The Internship Policy was

endorsed by the Sub-NTB Committee on 29 August 2017 and approved by NTB on 20 October

2017. The Internship Implementation Manual which has been revised to ensure alignment with

the approved policy. It is being translated to Khmer for review by the Technical Unit and

approval of DGTVET by Q1 2018. The Internship Stipend Guidelines was developed

separately from the original stipend guidelines which combined the 2 types of stipend per

suggestion of ADB. It is also being translated to Khmer for review by the Technical Unit and

approval of DGTVET by Q1 2018. As the contract of both the international and national

consultants have been completed, implementation of the internship program will be handled

by the Training Department with assistance from the TA team. A new staff has been assigned

and working with the TA team. Orientation workshop on Internship Policy and Internship

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Implementation manual is scheduled in February 2018. The actual selection and deployment

of student-interns in industry is planned for Q2 2018.

22. Sub output 3.2: Establishment of SSC. Joint workshop with ILO on SSC, with participation of CAMFEBA, held on 17 October 2017. Based of feedback from workshop, the MOU between MLVT and CAMFEBA as a public-private partnership (PPP) in establishing the SSCs was revised, circulated to ADB, CAMFEBA, and DGTVET for comments, and approved with minor changes. DGTVET had it translated to Khmer. Signing of the MOU is being scheduled. Meanwhile, the potential members of the SSCs in the priority sectors have been identified. A Prakas will be issued for establishing the SSC in each of the 4 sectors. Draft of the Prakas has been prepared and will be issued after signing of the MOU. 23. Sub output 3.3: Establishment of Centers of Excellence (COEs). Construction drawings, bill of quantities (BOQs) and cost estimates for new building of NPIA (COE – construction) and for renovation of existing building at BIT (COE – automotive) are at final stage of completion and to be advertised by end of January 2018. Initial layout of COE facilities at PPI (COE – electrical works) prepared to be completed and advertised within Q1 2018. In the case of NPIC, however, the space initially agreed with management in an existing building with easy access and high visibility has been changed and suggested to be moved to the 6th floor of the new building under construction. Needs to be re-negotiated. The proposed CBT packages for the 4 new occupations of NPIC and 4 existing occupations (courses are in traditional format and have to be transformed to CQF format) have been submitted to PCU for approval and NOL from ADB together with 3 other CBT packages. As the costs are significant, the sources for budget reallocation have yet to be identified. A draft TOR for the outsourcing of the development of soft skills and multimedia materials for the COEs has been prepared and planned to be advertised in Q1 2018.

D. Output 4: Strengthened Governance and Management of the TVET System 24. Sub output 4.1: Strengthening RTCs and training centers at provincial level to offer CQF level 2 and above courses. The ITMD Strategy together with training modules for ITMD-IGAs capacity building were produced both English and Khmer versions and were reviewed and approved by the PCU/Technical Unit. While the training modules are to be delivered by a firm, there is no budget provision for such firm. On the other hand, included in the procurement plan is a Project Management Training firm but with no reference in the text of the PAM. A proposal has been submitted to PCU, with TOR and cost estimates, to use the budget allocation of the Project Management Training firm for the delivery of the ITMD training modules. Upon approval, a request for NOL from ADB will follow. The Technical Unit assigned an ITMD task force for implementation of the developed ITMD strategy. The task force is led by 3 representatives of Department of Institutional Management and 5 representatives of other 5 DGTVET departments. The 5 Cluster Coordinating Committees (CCCs) have been officially established and the staff of the respective Cluster Coordinating Units (CCUs) designated. The mobilization of 5 Cluster Coordinators (national consultants) to help operationalize the CCCs and CCUs remains pending. 25. Sub output 4.2: Strengthening financing of public TVET institutions. The revised guidelines on start-up cost including the $6,000 lump sum to be provided to eligible PTCs to be selected based on a set of criteria has been revised per ADB comments and approved by Project Director on 6 October 2017. A total of 15 TVET institutions submitted business plans as basis for requesting the start-up cost funding. Upon verification conducted through field visits, the number of institutions was reduced to 14 and the enrollment figures were adjusted downwards. The budget request for start-up cost funding based on the revised business plans has been prepared and submitted to PCU. Disbursement of funds is expected by February 2018.

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26. Sub output 4.3: Improving information management system. While mobilization of the International TVETMIS Specialist still remains pending (it is part of the package of 6 positions being processed by procurement for contract variation under AFD), the National TVETMIS continued working on the improvement of the system. The TVETMIS Operations Manual has been revised to Version 2 and the system is being redesigned to incorporate Academic Year features including the Report Modules. A TVETMIS Training workshop conducted on 24 November 2017 with 104 participants from DGTVET, NEA, Public TVET Institutions, NGO/Private TVET Providers. 27. Sub output 4.4: Supporting NEA and DLIM to generate relevant and timely LM. The TOR for Labor Market Forecasting and Analysis (firm) was earlier developed in consultation with NEA and approved by ADB. It was advertised on 31 July 2017 but only 2 proposals received after the deadline. The procurement staff is evaluating the qualifications of the 2 firms. TA Procurement Specialist met with NEA Director in December 2017 to get more details on the proposed software. The Director said the he knows only of 1 university which has developed the software (there may be others) and that it is not sufficient simply buy the software. Part of the package should be the training of the users by the expert from the supplier. It is proposed that part of the tasks of the firm should be to provide information on possible suppliers of the forecasting software and the required package of services. 28. Sub-Output 4.5: Review and Preparation of Next TVET Strategic Plan. The procurement team has evaluated the 47 applications received for the positions of TVET Strategic Plan Specialists (international – 3 person-months; national – 6 person-months) who will review the implementation progress of TVET Strategic Plan 2014-2018 and prepare the results-based plan 2019-2023. A shortlist was prepared and submitted to MEF and ADB for review. Additional documents are being asked. As agreed in principle during the ADB review mission in August 2017, the scope of work of the specialists be expanded (with corresponding increase in person-months) to include the development of implementing rules and regulations of the National TVET Policy to clarify the authorities and responsibilities of the different organizational units that will be involved in the implementation. This will be taken up during contract negotiation.

E. Cross Cutting Activities

29. Gender. During Q4 2017, the gender team carried out the following activities: (i) GAP Q3 2017 (July-August) report; (ii) Finalized format of Gender Inclusive Module (GIM)-Khmer version for Grade 7and Grades 8/9 as comments from SBP-PCU; (iii) Preparation of power point presentation of the 2 modules for orientation to SBP focal persons and gender focal persons in the SBP guideline workshop planned to be held in January 2018; (iv) With PCU & counterpart, prepared 3-year work plan and budget for 2018 -2021); (v) With assistance from international M&E expert, updated GAP DMF and data for GAP Q4 report; (vi) Preparation of GAP Q4 2017 report. The updated GAP is in Appendix 2. Although the target female participation rate did not reach the level as given in GAP, still there has been significant female participation in capacity building activities. In the case of teacher trainings, achieving the target is difficult simply because there are not enough female teachers. Management is taking every effort to increase female participation in all the project activities. 30. With reference to the specific gender related outcome indicators in the DMF, female enrolment in CQF level 2–4 courses at public TVET institutions has shown consistent increase since the baseline year of 2011-12. Furthermore, female enrollment in non-traditional skills areas (manufacturing, construction, electrical works, and automotive) has also shown consistent increase since the baseline (please refer appendix on DMF). However, % of female

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enrolment to total enrolment in public TVET institutions in CQF level 2–4 courses (male and female) has not achieved the DMF target (although this % has increased over the baseline) because (i) male enrolment is also rising and (ii) female enrolment should increase at a much higher rate than male enrolment (if the % to total is to increase) which has not been the case so far. Hence, efforts should be directed under the project to facilitate even more female enrolment in CQF level 2–4 courses at public TVET institutions

31. It is critical to note that there are 30 targets and 16 activities included in the GAP. GAP activities under the project will be considered “successful” only if at-least 12 activities (70%) are implemented and completed and 23 targets (75%) are achieved at project completion. GAP is closely monitored in the project by the National Gender Consultant and International M&E Consultant with active support by the Team Leader, Deputy Team Leader, and the PCU Gender Counterpart Staff. 32. Indigenous People Plan. The main activities during Q4 2017 were as follows: (i) ensuring consideration of Indigenous People Plan (IPP) in programs and targets of Outputs 1-4 including numbers of Indigenous People (IP) students, training workshop, and related activities; (ii) participated in social marketing activities with marketing officer and social marketing specialist; (iii) preparation of IPP Q4 2017; and (iv) preparation of 2nd Semi-annual IPP Report 2017 to be uploaded to ADB website. The updated Indigenous People’s Plan is in Appendix 3.

33. Environment and Involuntary Resettlement. The main activities during Q4 2017 were as follows: (i) preparation of safeguards materials for capacity building of involved TVETSDP staff, including environmental safeguards, resettlement safeguards, and indigenous people safeguards for the project developments; (ii) preparation of documents attached to bidding documents for civil works; (iii) updating of environmental monitoring checklist (dynamic); (iv) design of environmental management plan (EMP); (iv) design of resettlement categorizations for PTCs attached to bidding documents;(v) updating of initial environmental examination-IEE (dynamic); and (vi) preparation of 2nd Semi-annual Safeguards Report 2017 to be uploaded to ADB website.

IV. PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROGRESS

A. Financial Performance

34. The project’s financial performance is presented in the tables below showing receipts and expenditures statements of the ADB Imprest Account, the Counterpart Imprest Account, and the combined cumulative balances of imprest accounts (counterpart and ADB for the third quarter of 2017 and cumulative from project commencement). The AFD imprest account was opened in August 2017 but there has been no fund transfer to the account as of 30 September 2017 resulting in the postponement of a number of activities scheduled in Q3 2017, particularly orientation workshops to start implementation of SBP, VSTP, start-up cost, and stipend, to Q4 2017. 35. ADB Imprest Account. The ADB imprest account (Table 2) as of Q3 2017 showed total receipts (direct payments + replenishment) of $ 466,998.75 against total expenditure of $ 513,516.89 or a net balance of $ 46,518.14 decreasing the fund balance to $ 492,737.61 at end of the quarter from $ 492,737.61 at the beginning of the quarter. The main expenditure items were consulting services and civil works. On a cumulative basis from project commencement, total receipts amounted to $ 3,664,214.02 against total expenditure of $ 3,171,476.41 leaving a fund balance of $ 492,737.61 at end of Q3 2017.

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36. AFD Imprest Account. No amount has been released so far from AFD as withdrawal application has yet to be approved after opening of its imprest account in August 2017. However, an expenditure amounting to $ 34,269.97 has been charged to AFD (Table 3). There

is a cash payable to RGC amounting to ($ 114,321.87) leaving a negative fund balance of ($

114,321.87). 37. Counterpart Imprest Account. The counterpart imprest account (Table 4) showed total receipts of $ 16,101.90 against total expenditures of $16,101.90 or an excess of $ 4,878.79 slightly increasing the fund balance to $ 118,776.89 on a cumulative basis, the fund balance remained positive at $113,898.10. 38. Combined Cumulative Balances of Imprest Accounts. The combined cumulative balances of imprest accounts (Table 5) showed that the project has received a total of $ 3,931,249.38 and spent $ 3,434,056.75 or an excess of $ 497,192.63. The ending fund balance

by end of Q3 2017 was $ 611,514.50.

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Table 2

Loan 3167/8305-CAM: Technical and Vocational Education and Training Sector Development Project

Statements of Receipts and Expenditures/Statement of the Imprest Account (ADB Funds)

For Period Ended 31/12/2017

During Reporting

Quarter

Cumulative Amount since

the project beginning

Receipts

1. Direct Payments

Direct Payments by 30 September 2017 740,955.38

Interest Charge by ADB 25,815.37 766,770.75

Subtotal 1 25,815.37 766,770.75

2. Replenishments

Replenishments by 30 September 2017 2,923,258.64

WA 0018 243,828.40 3,167,087.04

WA 0019 252,953.09 3,420,040.13

WA 0020 122,835.10

Subtotal 2 619,616.59 3,542,875.23

Subtotal 1 + 2 645,431.96 4,309,645.98

Expenditures by budget line categories

Civil works 121,005.47 569,622.46

Mechanical and equipment 24,361.80 536,476.20

Consulting services 250,824.95 1,784,895.13

Training 65,502.66 547,462.73

Start-up costs - -

Incremental Operations and Maintanance Costs 42,097.50 223,946.87

Interest Charge 25,815.37 38,680.77

Subtotal 529,607.75 3,701,084.16

(Deficit)/Excess of Receipts over Expenditures 115,824.21 608,561.82

Fund Balance at the Beginning of the year/period

Cash in Bank 596,707.46

Cash in Hands (Petty Cash) 148.16

Unliquidated Advances/Cheques 11,706.20

Subtotal 608,561.82

Fund Balance at the End 608,561.82 608,561.82

Descripton

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Table 3:

Loan 3167/8305-CAM: Technical and Vocational Education and Training Sector Development Project

Statements of Receipts and Expenditures/Statement of the Imprest Account (AFD Funds)

For Period Ended 31/12/2017

During Reporting

Quarter

Cumulative Amount

since the project

beginning

Receipts

1. Direct Payments

WA - -

WA - -

Subtotal 1 - -

2. Replenishments

WA 00001 (Opening Balance) 700,000 700,000

WA - -

WA - -

Subtotal 2 700,000 700,000

Subtotal 1 + 2 700,000 700,000

Expenditures by budget line categories

Civil works - -

Mechanical and equipment - -

Consulting services - -

Training 31,248.17 115,666.33

Start-up costs 0.00 0.00

Incremental Operations and Maintanance Costs 12,835.36 42,739.07

Subtotal 44,083.53 158,405.40

(Deficit)/Excess of Receipts over Expenditures 655,916.47 541,594.60

Fund Balance at the Beginning of the year/period

Cash in Bank 534,872.12 0.00

Cash in Hands (Petty Cash) 1,505.18 536,377.30

Cash Payable to RGC 0.00

Unliquidated Advances/Cheques 5,217.30 5,217.30

Subtotal 541,594.60 541,594.60

Fund Balance at the End 541,594.60 541,594.60

Descripton

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Table 4

Loan 3167/8305-CAM: Technical and Vocational Education and Training Sector Development Project

Statements of Receipts and Expenditures/Statement of the Imprest Account (Counterpart Funds)

For Period Ended 31/12/2017

During Reporting

Quarter

Cumulative Amount

since the project

beginning

Receipts

1. Direct Payments

-

- -

Subtotal 1 - -

2. Replenishments

Replenishment Balance as of September 30, 2017

As of September 30, 2017 - 267,035.36

WA 0018 5,893.11 272,928.47

WA 0019 5,330.00 278,258.47

Subtotal 2 11,223.11 278,258.47

Subtotal 1 + 2 11,223.11 278,258.47

Expenditures by budget line categories

Civil works - -

Mechanical and equipment - -

Consulting services - -

Training 3,286 3,286

Start-up costs - -

Incremental Operations and Maintanance Costs 20,746.25 169,004.72

Subtotal 24,031.84 172,290.31

(Deficit)/Excess of Receipts over Expenditures (12,808.73) 105,968.16

Fund Balance at the Beginning of the year/period

Cash in Bank 103,828.00 103,828.00

Cash in Hands (Petty Cash) 363.66 104,191.66

Cash Receivable from AFD 1,776.50 105,968.16

Unliquidated Advances/Cheques -

Subtotal 105,968.16 105,968.16

Fund Balance at the End 105,968.16 105,968.16

Descripton

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Table 5 Loan 3167/8305-CAM: Technical and Vocational Education and Training Sector Development Project

Combined Statements of Receipts and Expenditures/Statement of the Imprest Account

For Period Ended 31/12/2017

Loan 3167 Loan 8305Government

Counterpart FundTotal USD

Receipts

Asian Development Bank (ADB) 4,309,645.98 - - 4,309,645.98 619,616.59

Agency Francaise de Development (AFD) - 700,000.00 - 700,000.00 700,000.00

Government Counterpart Fund - - 278,258.47 278,258.47 11,223.11 4,309,645.98 700,000.00 278,258.47 5,287,904.45 1,330,839.70

Expenditures by budget line categories

Civil works 569,622.46 - - 569,622.46 121,005.47

Mechanical and equipment 536,476.20 - - 536,476.20 24,361.80

Consulting services 1,784,895.13 - - 1,784,895.13 250,824.95

Training 547,462.73 115,666.33 3,285.59 666,414.65 100,036.42

Start-up costs - - - - -

Incremental Operations and Maintanance Costs 223,946.87 42,739.07 169,004.72 435,690.66 75,679.11

Interest Charge 38,680.77 - - 38,680.77 38,680.77 3,701,084.16 158,405.40 172,290.31 4,031,779.87 610,588.52

(Deficit)/Excess of Receipts over Expenditures 608,561.82 541,594.60 105,968.16 1,256,124.58 720,251.18

Fund Balance at the Beginning of the year/period

Cash in Bank 596,707.46 534,872.12 103,828.00 1,235,407.58 1,235,407.58

Cash in Hands (Petty Cash) 148.16 1,505.18 363.66 2,017.00 2,017.00

Unliquidated Advance/Check 11,706.20 5,217.30 16,923.50 16,923.50

Cash Receivable from AFD 1,776.50 1,776.50 1,776.50 608,561.82 541,594.60 105,968.16 1,256,124.58 1,256,124.58

Fund Balance at the End 608,561.82 541,594.60 105,968.16 1,256,124.58 1,256,124.58

Total Cash in hand / Funds Available and Uses of Fund 4,309,645.98 700,000.00 278,258.47 5,287,904.45

Cumulative Amount since the project beginning During

Reporting

Quarter

Descripton

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39. Projected vs. Actual Contract Awards and Disbursements. The original projections for TVETSDP contract awards and disbursements over the implementation period 2015-2021 is given in the PAM (page 39). The cumulative contract awards was projected at 15.5% by end of 2015, jumped to 48.0% in 2016, and then to 74.0% in 2017. The balance of 26% to be awarded over the remaining 3.5 years (up to June 2021). With this as the main indicator of project performance, it is not surprising for TVETSDP to be rated as “Actual Problem” in ADB’s project performance management system by the second year of actual operations. As of 18 January 2018 (21 months of actual operation; 15 months delay in start-up), the cumulative contract awards was $5.6 million or 26% vs. 74% projection. The actual cumulative disbursements, on the other hand, was $4.7 million or 22% vs. 42% projection. These targets are obviously unrealistic considering that civil works and equipment comprise about 33% of the total project cost. These targets need to be adjusted and made more realistic by mid-term review. Measuring physical progress (Para. 38) could provide a complementary method of assessing project performance. 40. Average Physical Accomplishment. The average physical accomplishment of the project is estimated by giving weights to each output and sub-outputs based on the budget allocation. Raw scores (1-100) are given to each activity that contributes to the achievement of the targets, e.g., preparation of policies, guidelines and manuals; capacity building of staffs of DGTVET, RTCs, and PTCs; preparation of bidding documents such as drawings, BOQs and cost estimates, and actual civil works construction; actual delivery of services to beneficiaries; etc. The raw scores are then weighted to come up with average scores at output level. As of 31 December 2017, the average physical accomplishment of the project is estimated at 37.0% compared to 28.9% as of 30 September 2017. The overall physical progress as of Q4 2017 was achieved over 21 months of actual operation or 27% of total implementation period (77 months) compared with 36 months or 47% of time elapsed due to the 15-month delay in project start-up.

Table 8. Average Physical Accomplishment

Output

Weight (%)

Comparative Weighted Score

30 September

2017 31 December

2017

Output 1: Increased access to TVET programs

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4.2

5.8

Output 2: Improved TVET Quality and Relevance of TVET System

61 18.2 23.4

Output 3: Increased Involvement of Employers in TVET Delivery 10 2.0 2.7

Output 4: Strengthened Governance and Management in TVET System 11 4.5 5.1

Total

100.0 28.9 37.0

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41. The 37% physical progress refers only to the project loan (i.e., excluding the policy- based loan). Despite a number of implementation challenges (e.g. capacity of consulting firms and consultants, capacity and availability of PCU members and counterpart staff, internal management processes, project design gaps requiring NOLs from ADB before activities can proceed, approval process involving MEF, etc.) the project is well on track toward achieving its objectives and the rest of output targets with 3.5 years to go. The project has now passed the more difficult phase of developing policies, guidelines and manuals. In addition to the 5 policy reform actions already completed under the policy-based loan, the project has substantially completed (about 90%) a total of 13 policy guidelines, manuals and procedures. The next phase will be mainly the actual delivery of services to target beneficiaries through the key programs (i.e., CQF courses, SBP, VSTP, stipend, internship, start-up cost, and assessment and certification) and supervision and monitoring of performance. Much of the civil works and procurement of equipment will be substantially completed in 2018.

B. Summary of Procurement Activities

42. The key procurement activities during Q4 2017 were as follows: Civil works:

Construction of 9 workshops (ADB) was completed and handover

Bid evaluation report for the constructions of the dormitories at Banteay Meanchey, CEFP-Siem Reap and Koh Kong PTCs and new classroom building in BIT-Battambang was completed, approved and contract signed;

Bid evaluation report for the constructions of the workshop at Koh Kong PTCs was completed, approved and contract signed;

Finalized of technical drawings, specification and cost estimates for the 3 dormitories (AFD) and will be advertisement by mid-February 2018;

Finalization of the technical drawings, BoQ and specifications for 6 workshops (AFD) and workshops for advertisement in Q1 2018.

Finalization of the technical drawings, BoQ and specifications for 4 CoEs rehabilitation and workshops to be advertisement in Q1 2018.

Goods:

Contract awards and contracts signed for the supply, delivery and installation of the furniture and equipment for 30 PTCs/Institutes;

Advertised of bidding document for supply, delivery and installation of social marketing equipment and materials.

Advertised of bidding document for supply, delivery and installation of furniture for CoEs

Advertised of bidding document for supply, delivery and installation of office furniture and equipment for cluster coordination unit.

Preparing material and schedule the workshop for indicative the list of equipment for 19 workshops.

Consulting services:

Ongoing prepare the evaluation processing for selecting International and National Review and Preparation TVET Strategic Plan (AFD) consulting firm;

Ongoing prepare the evaluation processing for selecting TVET Human Resource Management (AFD) consulting firm;

Ongoing prepare the evaluation processing for selecting Labour Market Forecasting (AF)consulting firm;

Ongoing prepare the evaluation processing for selecting social marketing consulting firm.

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C. Utilization of Consultants’ Inputs

43. The international consulting firm, e.Gen Consultants Ltd. and its local partner SBK were mobilized in March 2016 or 15 months on the ground since mobilization. The total consulting input is 806 person-months of which 121 person-months for international and 685 for national. As of 31 December 2017, 60.6% of the total international inputs and 40.1% of national inputs have been utilized (Table 6).

Table 6. Total Input as of 31 December 2017

Consultants (Persons) Inputs (Person-Months)

National Inter-national Total National Inter-national Total

Firm 16 11 27 240.8 73.3 314.1

Individual 3 0 3 46 0 46

Total 16 12 28 249.6 73.3 322.9 44. As of end of Q4 2017, a number of positions remain unfilled including: (i) National Cluster Coordinators (for 5 regions); (ii) National VSC, SBP, and VSTP M & E Specialist; (iii) National Community Development Specialist; (iv) International TVETMIS Specialist; (v) National Monitoring and Information Specialist; and (vi) Women’s Leadership Center Program Specialist. In addition, it is proposed that some national specialist positions be extended in view of the postponement of actual program implementation. It is important to first get the above programs going on the ground before turning them over to counterparts for implementation and supervision.

D. Capacity Building 45. Capacity Building Tracking Matrix. From the start of project implementation up to

31 December 2017, a total of 56 workshops/training programs have been conducted with

2,330 participants of which 18% was female and 1.7% IPP. The data by key areas is in Table

7 below. Details are shown in Appendix 4 (Tables 1 & 2).

Table 7. Capacity Building Tracking Matrix

TRAINING CLASSIFIED BY PARTICIPANTS AND TYPE OF COURSES

By Outputs/ Programs Total

Participants

Women

Participants

%

women

IPP

% IPP

1. Internship/Stipend 265 67 25 0 0

2. Skills Bridging 39 6 15 0 0

3. VSTP 156 33 21 0 0

4. Start-up Costs 219 43 20 0 0

5. Gender/IPP 161 60 37 14 9

6. RPL/RCC 99 16 16 0 0

7. Teacher Training and

CBT/QF

717 101 14 17 2

8. VSC 213 20 9 0 0

9. QA/M&E 319 59 18 0 0

10. Governance &

Management

101 14 14 9 9

11. Cross-cutting 6 0 0 0 0

12. SSC/COE 35 6 17 0 0

Total 2330 425 18 40 1.7

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E. Good Governance Framework

46. Good governance framework is being applied in managing the TVETSDP. The framework identifies 8 elements in which quality of governance of the project will be monitored and evaluated including: (i) procurement; (ii) financial management; (iii) disclosures; (iv) complaints and remedies mechanism; (v) civil society organizations and private sector roles; (vi) code of ethical conduct; (vii) sanctions; and (viii) project specific elements. The status of TVETSDP governance as of 31 December 2017 is in Appendix 5. As of Q4 2017, most of the actions needed to mitigate the risk due to potential issues in each of the elements are being complied.

F. Monitoring and Evaluation Framework 47. Design and Monitoring Framework (DMF). The project DMF has been expanded to enable more detailed monitoring of all outcome and output/sub-output indicators against baselines on a quarterly and cumulative basis (Appendix 6). The DMF indicators deal with final outputs and do not give indication of the processes and steps involved in arriving at such final outputs. In order to have a better picture of the status of a particular output/sub-output, the DMF should be read in conjunction with Appendix 1.

48. Monitoring and Evaluation Matrix. To complement the DMF which will collect primarily quantitative and milestones data, a monitoring and evaluation matrix has been designed to gather more in-depth qualitative information behind the numbers (Appendix 7). The combination of these two instruments will provide a more complete picture of project performance. Currently however, not much qualitative insights could be gathered as most of the activities are just starting.

G. Loan Covenants 49. The updated status of loan covenants as of 31 December 2017 is in Appendix 8.

H. ADB Review Mission Follow-up Actions 50. An ADB review mission on TVETSDP was conducted on 10-21 August 2017. The aide memoire included a list of follow-up actions to be carried out until the next mission scheduled in early 2018. The status of follow-up actions as of 31 December 2017 is in Appendix 9.

I. Problems and Issues Encountered and Action Taken

51. Some technical and operational problems/issues were encountered in the course of project implementation the solutions to some of which still have to worked out in the next quarter. These are summarized in Table 9.

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Table 9. Problems Encountered and Action Taken

Ref. Problem/Issue Action Taken

1

Delay in opening of institutional sub-accounts. The opening of institutional sub-accounts for government share in project activities was opened only in December 2017. The delay has set back the timetable of various activities such as capacity building workshops and start of implementation of key programs such as SBP, VSTP, stipend, internship, and start-up cost.

Rescheduling of activities after the opening of sub-accounts in December 2017.

2

Reallocation of budget for necessary activities/ items with no funding allocation. A number of necessary activities/items have been identified in the course of implementation without funding allocation particularly the CBT packages for new occupation including, among others, the following: (i) CBT package for CTQF; (ii) CBT package for assessors training; (iii) CBT package for conversion of traditional courses of PPI to CQF format as COE for electrical works; (iv) CBT package for 4 new occupations of NPIC as COE for manufacturing; (v) training equipment for new CBT courses for manufacturing; (vi) cost of training delivery of ITMD modules, and (vii) piloting of VSC courses.

Prioritizing activities based on urgency and cost requirements and reducing cost to the minimum. However, those with major cost requirements but affect other activities down the line need to be provided with reallocated budget without waiting for mid-term review.

3

Packaging of occupations for processing of contract variation. The requirement of MEF to process contract variation in packages rather than by individual occupations has delayed the mobilization of consultants for urgently needed positions since all the CVs and supporting documents must be submitted as a package even for positions that are needed much later. Also, the contracting of consulting firms for several programs is taking more than 6 months. These adversely affect project implementation progress.

While packaging positions for contract variation would be more efficient, it is proposed to have some flexibility to process separately urgently needed positions.

4 A number of factors affecting pace of project implementation. The pace of project implementation is being slowed down by a number of factors including capacity of the consulting firms and the TA team, capacity and availability of PCU members and counterparts, internal processes for review and approval, gaps in project design requiring NOLs before activities can proceed, and numerous MEF requirements in procurement.

Each of these factors are being addressed with the respective parties concerned (TA firms, PCU, ADB, MEF) through meetings and constant communication to clarify issues and come up with agreed actions.

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V. PLANS FOR THE NEXT QUARTER

52. The necessary policies, guidelines and manuals of most programs have already been approved as of Q4 2017. The start of actual delivery of services to target beneficiaries particularly of the VSTP, SBP, start-up cost and stipend to students of CQF Levels 2-4 courses scheduled in Q4 2017 has been moved to Q1 2018 due to the delay in the opening of institutional sub-accounts which was done only in December 2017. A summary of plans for Q1 2018 is in Table 10.

53. The Procurement Plan for Q4 2017 is included in updated plan for 2018 (Table 11).

TABLE 11. UPDATED PROCUREMENT PLAN FOR 2018

No. Description Project

Cost (USD) Mode of

Procurement Advertisement Date

(quarter/year)

A. Civil Works

A1. Civil Works (ADB Funds)

CW-03-0-NCB

Construction of Workshops –Takeo & Kampot clusters (Kandal, Kampong Speu and Preah Sihanouk)

209,575.83 (Actual

contract)

NCB Contract signed in Qrt1 2017 and the construction was Completed

CW-01-O-SHA(A)– P 1

Soil Investigation in 1st phase for 3 dormitories (Banteay Meanchey, CEFP-Siem Reap & Koh Kong) and 2 new building (BIT-Battambang & CEFP-Siem Reap)

14,660 (Actual

contract) SHP

Contract signed in Qrt1 2017 and Contract was completed

CW-02-O-NCB, P1- Lot 1

Construction of Workshops-Svay Rieng & Siem Reap clusters (Kampong Cham, Kampong Thom and CEFP-Siem Reap)

201,184.72 (Actual

contract) NCB

Contract signed in Qrt2 2017 and the construction was Completed

CW-02-O-NCB, P1- Lot 2

Construction of Workshops - Battambang cluster (BIT-Battambang, Banteay Meanchey and Pursat)

190,086.61 (Actual

contract) NCB

Contract signed in Qrt2 2017 and the construction was Completed

CW-02-O-SHA(A)– P 1

Soil Investigation in 2nd phase for 3 dormitories (Kandal, Kratie & Prey Kounkhla) and 2 new building (CIEDI & Tbong Khmum)

14,200 (Actual

contract) SHP

Contract signed in Qrt2 2017 and the contract was completed

CW-06-O-NCB-P1-Lot 1

Construction of women’s dormitory at Banteay Meanchey PTC

273,900 (Actual

contract) NCB

Contract signed on 22 Dec. 2017 and the construction will start on 15 Jan. 2018

CW-06-O-NCB-P1-Lot 2

Construction of classroom at BIT-Battambang

283,588.62 (Actual

contract) NCB

Contract signed on 22 Dec. 2017 and the construction will start on 15 Jan. 2018

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CW-08-O-NCB-P1

Construction of workshop and women’s dormitory at Koh Kong PTC

360,649 (Actual

contract) NCB

Contract signed on 22 Dec. 2017 and the construction will start on 15 Jan. 2018

CW-05-O-SHA-P1-lot 3

COE Rehabilitation at BIT-Battambang

50,000 SHA Qrt 1, 2018

CW-05-O-SHA-P1-lot 4

COE Construction of new building at CEFP-Siem Reap

97,500 SHA Qrt 1, 2018

CW-05-O-SHA-P1-lot 1 & 2

COE rehabilitation works at NPIC and PPI

100,000 SHA Extended to Qrt 1, 2017

CW-10-O-NCB-P1

Construction of women’s dormitory at CEFP-Siem Reap

317,900 (Actual

contract) NCB

Contract signed on 22 Dec. 2017 and the construction will start on 15 Jan. 2018

CW-13-O-NCB-P1

DGTVET HQ rehabilitation 100,000 NCB Qrt 4, 2018

A2. Civil Works (AFD Funds)

CW-07-AF-NCB-P1-Lot 1& Lot 2

Lot 1: Upgrading of facilities at Preah Sihanouk, Koh Kong and Kep PTCs Lot 2: Construction of Workshop at Kep PTC

240,000

100,000

NCB Qrt 2, 2018

CW-11-AF-NCB-P1-Lot 1, Lot 2 & Lot 3

Lot 1: Upgrading of facilities at Kampong Thom, CEFP-Siem Reap and Oddar Meanchey PTCs Lot 2: Construction of new building at CEFP-Siem Reap Lot 3: Construction of Workshop at Oddar Meanchey PTC

240,000

300,000

100,000

NCB Lot 1: Qrt 3, 2018 Lot 2: Qrt 1, 2018 Lot 3: Qrt 2, 2018

CW-12-AF-NCB-P1-Lot 1, Lot 2 & Lot 3

Lot 1: Construction of new building at CIEDI Lot 2: Construction of Workshop at JVC Lot 3: Upgrading of facilities at JVC

280,000

100,000

80,000

NCB Lot 1: Qrt 1, 2018 Lot 2: Qrt 2, 2018 Lot 3: Qrt 2, 2018

CW-14-AF-NCB

Construction of Workshop at Tbong Khmum, Kratie, Prey Veng and Kampong Chhnang PTCs

400,000 NCB

Qrt 1, 2018

CW-15-AF-NCB-P1-Lot 1, Lot 2 & Lot 3

Lot 1: Upgrading of facilities at Tbong Khmum, Kratie, Prey Veng, and Kampong Cham PTCs Lot 2: Construction of women’s at Kratie PTC Lot 3: Construction of new building at Tbong Khmum PTC

320,000

250,000

300,000

NCB

Lot 1: Qrt 4, 2018 Lot 2: Qrt 1, 2018 Lot 3: Qrt 1, 2018

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CW-16-AF-NCB-P1-Lot 1& Lot 2

Lot 1: Upgrading of facilities at Kandal, Kampong Speu and Kampong Chhnang PTCs Lot 2: Construction of women’s at Kandal PTC

240,000

250,000

NCB Lot 1: Qrt 4, 2018 Lot 2: Qrt 1, 2018

B. Goods

B1. Goods (ADB Funds)

G-04-05-O-NCB-P 1

Furniture and equipment 446,362

(Actual Contract) NCB

Contract awards and Contracts signed

G-05-O-SHP(A)-P 1

COE Furniture [4X] 29,560 SHP(A)

Advertised

G-06-O-NCB-P 1

Lot 1-2: COE Computer and photocopiers [4X] 166,800 NCB

Qrt 1, 2018

G-08-O-SHA(A)-P 1

Dormitories equipment (O)[3X] 60,000 SHA(A) Qrt 2, 2018

G-10-O-NCB-P 1

Construction equipment [11X] 500,000 NCB Qrt 1, 2018

B2. Goods (AFD Funds)

None

C. Consultant Service

C1. Consultant Service (ADB Fund)

C-03-O-CQS Project Management Training (O) 192,000 CQS Qrt3 2017

C-04-O-CQS Social Marketing (O) 160,000 CQS

Advertised in Qrt4, Ongoing evaluation

National Assessment System Specialist (O) CQS

Advertised in Qrt3, ongoing evaluation

C1. Consultant Service (AFD Fund)

CF-03-AF-CQS

TVET Hyman Resource Management (AF) 192,000 CQS

Advertised in Qrt3, ongoing evaluation

CF-02-AF-QCBS Skill measurement survey (AF) 250,000 QCBS

Qrt4 2018

CF-04-AF-CBS

Labor market Forecasting and Analysis (AF) 80,600 CQS

Advertised in Qrt3, ongoing evaluation

C-02-O-ICS 3 Site supervision engineer (O) 95,400 ICS

To be advertise in Qrt1 2018

C-01-AF-CV

Project Supervision Consulting Firm (AF) - National cluster coordinators

for stipend, VSTP, SBP and Social Marketing Program 314,600 Prior

Qrt3 2017

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Appendix 1

TVETSDP STATUS AS OF 31 DECEMBER 2017

NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

1 Output 1 - Increased Access to TVET

1.1 Introduce the Vocational Skills Certificate (VSC)

1.1.1 Preparation of qualification requirements for VSC

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q1 2017

Has been delayed because of budget

Reorganizing the memo for orientation training

Akmathak DSC

1.1.2

Preparation of report identifying limitations of current entry requirements at each level of the CQF with recommendations for revisions

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q1 2017

- Done. DT Meng, Vanthoeun, DSC

1.1.3 Issuance of Prakas and relevant guidelines for CQF, inclusive of VSC

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q1 2017

- Done DGTVET

1.1.4

Development of competency standards (basic and core) for construction, mechanics, and ICT/business courses developed

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q3 2017

Validated by Expert workers and submitted DSC and other stakeholders comment

Sub-NTB workshop support

DSC /Sub-NTB check Meng, Marjorie

DSC, PCU 3 generic CS for 3 sectors

1.1.5

Development of curriculum of VSC courses in construction, mechanics, and ICT/business to be offered by PTCs

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q4 2017

Validated by Expert workers and submitted DSC and other stakeholders comment

Sub-NTB workshop support

DSC/Sub-NTB check Meng, Marjorie

TWG 3 generic CBC for 3 sectors

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

1.1.6

Development of competency standards for VSC in electrical works and manufacturing

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q2 2017

Validated by Expert workers and submitted DSC and other stakeholders comment

Sub-NTB workshop support

DSC /Sub-NTB check Meng,

Meng, Marjorie, PCU, DSC

2 generic CS for 2 new sectors

1.2 Develop policies for recognition of prior learning and current competencies (RPL/RCC)

1.2.1 Approval of assessment policy by the National Training Board (NTB)

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q4 2016

RPL/RCC Assessment Policy has been approved by NTB

NTB meeting conducted

Done Paul, NAS DSC Submission for endorsement to NTB

1.2.2 Approval of certification policy by NTB

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q4 2016

RPL/RCC Certification Policy was approved by NTB

NTB meeting conducted

Done Paul, NAS DSC Submission for endorsement to NTB

1.2.3 Development of RPLCC procedural requirements

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q1 2017

Draft completed. Translated to Khmer and under final review by Technical Unit

Needed for implementation as RPL/ RCC policy already approved by NTB.

Facilitate approval process

Paul, NAS DSC Submission DSC for the approval

1.2.4 Development of operational plan for phased introduction of RPL/RCC

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q1 2017

Draft completed. Translated to Khmer and under final review by Technical Unit.

Needed for implementation as RPL/ RCC policy already approved by NTB.

Facilitate approval process

Paul, NAS DSC

1.2.5 Development of training modules for implementation of RPL/RCC

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q3 2018

Proposal to develop CBT package for Assessors Training Program under final review by Technical Unit for approval of DGTVET

Some training materials developed in draft form but not based on approved competency standards and curriculum.

Facilitate approval of CBT package

Paul, NAS DSC

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

1.2.6

Training of staff from DGTVET, Public TVET Institutions and assessment unit managers on RPL/RCC implementation

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q2 2017

To follow after approval and development of CBT package for Assessor Training Program

*Need additional input for international assessment specialist (see Sub-output 2.2)

Facilitate approval for request of specialists inputs

Marge, NAS DSC 80 DGTVET staff

1.2.7

Training of assessors from public TVET Institutions to conduct competency assessments

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q4 2017

Assessor Training Program developed but not based on approved competency standards. One group of assessor training conducted. To follow after development of CBT package for Assessor Training Program.

Need additional input for international assessment specialist (see Sub-output 2.2)

Facilitate approval for request of specialists inputs

Paul, NAS DSC

200 assessors from public TVET Institutions

1.2.8

Development and Piloting of RPL/RCC and competency assessments

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q3 2017

Piloted Jan 2017 with 4 workers of Kin Mak Garage & 1 worker of JVC. Assessment conducted at JVC Technical School. Based on selected units of competency and CS on auto mechanics in existing CQF package for auto mechanics.

Done. Report with recommendat-ions submitted to DSC

-

Paul, NAS DSC 150 in Y1, 900 in next 2 years

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

1.3 Establish TVET stipend program for levels 2–4 training for disadvantaged youth and women

1.3.1 (a)

Establishment of stipend system, including sub-administrative and coordination units

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q2 2017

Stipend

guidelines

approved by the

Project Director.

Enrolment

numbers in CQF

2-4 courses

validated. Ready

for

implementation

as soon as fund is

available.

Expected in Q1

2018

Availability of

funding - Incorporate comments from ADB, if any

Training Department

Russell, Kong, ITMD, Finance Unit

1.3.1 (b) Establishment of coordination units

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q1 2017

5 Cluster

Coordinating

Committees and

5 Cluster

Coordination

units were

established since

Q3 2107.

The Established 5

CCCs and 5 CCUs

were not yet

functional

- 5 Cluster

Coordinators,

national

consultants who

are supposed to

work closely with

and support

chairpersons of

CCC and CCU

members are not

yet recruited.

-Speed up the

recruitment processes

and proceed contract

variation so that 5

consultants could be

mobilized.

Kong, ITMD Russell, Chanthea, Finance Unit

5 coordination units

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

1.3.2

Training of DGTVET staff and directors of Public TVET Institutions and RTCs to implement stipend program

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q2 2017

3 Awareness

Workshops on

stipend

implementation

were conducted

in Qrt 4 2017 in

RTC Battambang,

NTTI, and RTC

Svay Rieng

Chanthea Russell, Finance Unit, Counterparts

100 staff

1.3.3 Provision of stipends to trainees

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q2 2021

Not yet started.

Expected to start

from Qrt 1 2018

With available funding will start from Qrt 1 2018

Chanthea, Cluster Coordinators

Russell, Finance Unit

5,000 (additional 1000)

1.3.4 Review and identification of areas of improvement on the stipend program

Start Q1 2018; Complete Q2 2018

Not due now

Chanthea Stipend Impl. S (SIS) Int. & Na

Dr. Heang, Russell, ChantheaFinance Unit

1.3.5 Piloting of vocational guidance and career counseling program

Start Q3 2018; Complete Q4 2018

Not due now

Coaching and Mentoring Specialist (National)

Dr. Heang, Russell, Finance Unit

1.4 Pilot Women’s Dormitories with Career Mentorship Program

1.4.1 Construction of 6 (additional 3) women’s dormitories

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q3 2018

Construction drawing (3 dorms-ADB) is completed and the contracts signed on 22 December 2017

Construction of the 3 dormitories

Many contracts for construction activities in year 2018.

Construction monitoring and quality control at the 3 construction sites for dormitories.

Another 3 dorms (AFD)- construction drawings, foundations, BOQs, cost estimates approved and bids to be advertised

Sam Ol, Sophak Procurement Unit, Russell, Roath, TL

6 dormitories (additional 3)

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

(ADB) will start 15 January 2018.

3 dorms (AFD)-final construction drawings printed out for approval, final BOQs, cost estimates, and specification at final stages.

Bids to be advertised by end of Jan 2018.

by end of January 2018.

1.4.2 Procurement of dormitory furniture and items for career mentorship program

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q3 2018

To be advertised by Q1 and Q2 2018.

To be advertised by Q1 and Q2 2018. Sophak

Procurement Unit, Sam Ol, Russell, TL

For 6 dormitories (additional 3)

1.4.3 Staffing for WLC management and operation

Start Q4 2017; Complete Q4 2020

To follow after completion of dormitories although recruitment process to start before completion

WLCPS (National)

Dr. Heang, Sary, OSTG

6 management contracts signed

1.4.4

Training of staff of DGTVET and PTC with women’s leadership centres to develop and implement career mentorship program

Start Q2 2018; Complete Q4 2020

Not due now

Management Contractors, WLCPS

Dr. Heang, Sary, OSTG

24 staff (12 additional)

1.4.5 Disbursement of annual implementation grants

Start Q4 2017; Complete Q4 2020

To follow after completion of construction of dormitories and staffing.

Department of Training

Finance Unit, Russell

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

1.5 Promote Social Marketing of TVET

1.5.1

Strengthening of capacity of DGTVET in developing and monitoring social marketing campaign

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q2 2018

Five year Strategic plan finalized both in Khmer and English and is reviewed by DLMI related offices.

Limited time of PCU and Counterpart

-Submit the strategic plan both in KH and EN to Technical Unit for review and comment.

-Conduct dissemination workshop on the strategic plan to 100 participants

Um Chandara, NSMS

Dr, Heang, Sary,

1.5.2 Contracting of social marketing agency

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q2 2017

The received EOIs for Social Marketing Agency evaluated.

Keep following up with procurement unit.

Um Chandara, NSMS and Sau Sokunkethya, SM PCU

Dr. Heang, Sary, Procurement Unit, DLMI

1.5.3

Procurement of marketing equipment 01 (large format printer, 04 Booths with tents and 04 Signage displays)

Start Q2 2017; Complete Q1 2017

Request letter developed and sent to ADB.

Keep following up and seeking for support from team leader/deputy team leader to move this forward.

UM Chandara, NSMS and Sau Sokunkethya, SM PCU

Dr. Heang, Sary, Procurement Unit, DLMI

1.5.4 Development of mass communication messages and materials

Start Q2 2017; Complete Q2 2018

Field visit to two IP majority provinces; Mondol kiri and Ratanakiri conducted to identify key languages and its commination channels.

Develop mass communication materials targeted IP.

SMS (National), Market Agency contractor, PCU

Dr. Heang, Sary, Procurement Unit, DLMI

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

1.5.5 Presentation of roadshows and school visit

Start Q2 2017; Complete Q4 2020

Roadshow SOP consultation meeting conducted for two RTCs; Battambang and Siem Reap.

No supporting equipment/materials

Conduct Roadshow SOP Consultation meeting with three additional RTCs; Kampot, Takeo and Svay Rieng and Implement 1st Roadshow in Battambang

Dr. Heang, Sary, PCU, Market Agency contractor

1.5.6

Scaling up of social marketing program

Start Q4 2017; Complete Q1 2018

Not yet started No supporting equipment/materials.

Um Chandara, NSMS and Sokunkethya, SM PCU

Dr. Heang, Sary, Market Agency contractor, PCU

2 Output 2 - Improved TVET Quality and Relevance of TVET System

2.1 Strengthen TVET Quality Assurance System

2.1.1 Introduction of quality assurance system to Directors of TVET institutes

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q2 2017

Done

IM&E, TL Chanrithy, DQA

2.1.2 Piloting of quality assurance system for public TVET institutes

Start Q2 2017; Complete Q1 2018

One private TVET institute (Donbosco) has been conducted QA audit 11 public TVET institutions have been piloted QA audit ( 5 RTCs, BIT, NVIB, Kampong thom PTC, Kep PTC, Mondulkirie PTC, and Koh Kong PTC.

Capacity of QA officers are limited in report writing which need to be trained more

Done

Ravi (IM&E) Harry (TL)

Chanrithy, DQA

All public TVET institutions have been audit and the QA reports are producing and will be finished by January, 2018.

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

2.1.3

Annual seminars for directors of TVET institutes and other staff to address implementation issues

Start Q4 2017; Complete Q4 2020

Done for 2017

Ravi (IM&E) Harry (TL)

Chanrithy, DQA

100 directors (4 seminars)

2.1.4 Conduct of internal audits of public TVET institutions

Start Q1 2018; Complete Q4 2018

Ravi (IM&E) Harry (TL)

Chanrithy, DQA

8 Institutes Conducted

2.1.5 Study tour of DGTVET staff to build knowledge about quality assurance systems

Start Q2 2017; Complete Q2 2017

Ravi (IM&E) Harry (TL)

Chanrithy, DQA

10 DGTVET staff

2.1.6 Reporting on results of the piloting of QA system

Start Q2 2018; Complete Q2 2018

- Ravi (IM&E) Harry (TL)

Chanrithy, DQA

2.2 Establish TVET Competency-based Assessment and Certification System

2.2.1

Development of competency assessment and TVET certification system

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q4 2016

Document completed and translated to Khmer, endorsed by the Sub-NTB Committee on 19 Oct. 2017, and approved by the NTB on 20 Oct. 2017.

While not included among the required policy reform actions, the CBACS was submitted to NTB for approval as it is national in application

Will be used as main document for implementing the country’s assessment and certification system

NAS, Paul, Hor Meng Heang

DSC

2.2.2 Development of competency assessment tools

Start Q2 2017; Complete Q1 2018

Development plan and cost estimate of CBT package of Assessor’s Training Program under review by Technical Unit

CBT package for assessor’s training program not budgeted in PAM

Request for “no objection” from ADB.

NAS DSC

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

2.2.3

Introduction of competency assessment to staff of TVET institutes in Phnom Penh and in provinces

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q3 2017

Not yet started

Need additional input for International CBT Assessment Specialist

Firm should mobilize IAS if not it will delay in implementation

NAS DSC

200 staff from TVET institutes in PP and 50 staff from provinces

2.2.4 Training of assessors and managers of competency assessment units/centers

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q1 2017

Assessor training program developed but not based on approved assessor competency standards. To follow after development of CBT package for Assessors Training program

*Need additional input for International CBT Assessment Specialist

Firm should mobilize IAS if not it will delay in implementation

NAS DSC 80 assessors and 10 managers

2.2.5 Accreditation of assessors Start Q3 2017; Complete Q3 2018

To follow after training of competency assessors

*Need additional input for International CBT Assessment Specialist

Firm should mobilize IAS, if not it will delay in implementation

NAS DSC 80 assessors

2.2.6 Establishment of assessment units/centers

Start Q3 2017; Complete Q3 2018

Initial listing of potential assessment centers prepared

Need to synchronize with the training of assessors

Firm should mobilize

IAS, if not it will delay

in implementation NAS DSC

10 competency assessment units / centers

2.2.7

Piloting of competency assessment by accredited assessors in established assessment units/centers

Start Q2 2018; Complete Q1 2019

To start Q2 2018

To follow after training of competency assessors

-

NAS DSC

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

2.2.8

Study tour of DGTVET staff to build knowledge about RPL/RCC and competency-based assessment and certification systems

Start Q2 2017; Complete Q4 2017

To start Q4 2018

Exposure of concerned DGTVET management and staff to CBT and assessment system in other country is important

- TL, DTL DSC, QA 10 DGTVET staff

2.3 Improve TVET Instructor Training System

2.3.1 Development Cambodia TVET trainer qualification frameworks

Start Q3 2016; Complete Q3 2017

CTQF has been approved by NTB Sub-committee on October 19, 2017 for piloting.

CTQF is an important component of teacher training. However, it was not included in the project design. It is approved by NTB sub-committee on October 19, 2017 for development of its package, the funding source in PAM identified, and requires “no objection” letter from ADB.

Request for “no objection” from ADB. If agreed, its package will be developed

Vicente, Mengheang

DQA, DSC

CTQF qualification levels with corresponding competency standards identified in Q1- 2017.

2.3.2 Development of competency standard for TVET trainer based on CTQF

Start Q3 2017; Complete Q3 2018

The major task is to develop the CBT packages (standards, curriculum, learning materials, and assessment guide) for CTQF with four levels.

Vicente, Mengheang

DQA, DSC

Competency Standards of CTQF Level 1-developed by Q3-2017.

2.3.3

Development of curriculum and learning materials for training instructors on the competency-based approach to CTQF

Start Q1 2018; Complete Q4 2018

The CTQF development plan and cost estimate is under review by the Technical Committee for approval by the DGTVET.

Vicente, Mengheang

DQA, DSC

CTQF Level 1 Curriculum and CBLMs developed by Q4-2017

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NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

2.3.4

Development of instructor assessment program, inclusive of assessment tools according to CTQF

Start Q4 2017; Complete Q4 2019

Items 2.3.1 to 2.3.4 will be developed together as a package.

Vicente, Mengheang

DQA, DSC

CTQF Level 1- Assessment guidelines/tools developed by Q4-2017.

2.3.5

Introduction of competency-based pre- and in-service TVET instructor training and instructor assessment

Start Q3 2016; Complete Q1 2017

Competency based pre-service curriculum prepared and accepted by NTTI for implementing Q3 2017. NTTI has been guided to develop the materials for implementation of pre-service curriculum. Most materials have been developed. Pre-service training has been introduced to 313 TVET trainers in CBT phase 1 training, and 57 TVET trainers in CBT phase 2 training, and 31 TVET trainers in CBT phase 3 training.

NTTI management has accepted to implement pre-service curriculum

NTTI piloted the competency based pre-service TVET Teacher curriculum.

DQA facilitate with Potential master trainers to deliver the in-service training to the rest of TVET trainers

Vicente, Mengheang

DQA, DSC 800 TVET Teachers

2.3.6 Development and implementation of Return to Industry Scheme (RIS)

Start Q3, 2016 Complete Q1, 2018

Document outlining implementation mechanism of RIS

Schools may deal directly with partner enterprises even

DQA Facilitate approval of RIS by DGTVET; *Start identifying enterprises

Vicente, Mengheang

DQA, DSC

30 RTC instructors in 3 sectors (construction,

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NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

prepared and under review by the Technical Committee

without SSCs since MOA is among the school, enterprise and the teacher, not with SSC

as potential partner in RIS

Speed up establishment of SSCs for support.

auto-mechanics and ICT/Business) trained

2.3.7

Training of NTTI, RTCs master trainers to pilot competency-based pre- and in-service TVET instructor training and instructor assessment, including Return to Industry Scheme

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q4 2017

20 Master Teacher Trainers identified through a rigorous selection process over 3 phases. Teacher Training plan for the rest of the teachers prepared comprising 81 groups covering Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 3 of training program to be completed by Q3 2018.

TOR of selected Master Teacher Trainers need to be clarified including work assignment and remuneration

Prepare TOR of Master Teacher Trainers and clarify with DGTVET the remuneration they are entitled to.

Facilitate to develop the CBT package for CTQF, which approved by NTB sub-committee

Vicente, Mengheang

DQA 20 master trainers for NTTI/RTCs

2.3.8

Piloting of competency-based pre- and in-service TVET instructor training and instructor assessment, including Return to Industry Scheme

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q4 2017

Piloting of in-service TVET Instructor Training and Instructor assessment implemented

RIS is not yet approved by IA caused to delay in implementation

Piloting of pre-service training by NTTI of pre-service curriculum in Q3 2017

Piloting of In-service training is ongoing,

RIS is not yet approved by IA

QA Department facilitate with NTTI to pilot and rollout of pre-service training

In-service training is ongoing

Vicente, Mengheang

- NTTI, DQA - DQA, DSC

- Pre-Service planned to pilot by Q4 2017 - In-service Training to 800 TVET Teachers.

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

2.3.9

Roll-out of competency-based pre- and in-service TVET instructor training and instructor assessment to all RTCs

Start Q3 2016; Complete Q4 2019

Rollout of in-service training in CBT & Assessment ongoing

Rollout of pre-service training accepted by NTTI management and is going to implement the pre-service curriculum in Q3 2017

Rollout of in-service training in CBT & Assessment ongoing

Rollout of pre-service training of pre-service curriculum in Q3 2017

Roll-out of pre-service training started in Q3 2017 to implement the competency based pre-service curriculum.

Vicente, Mengheang

DQA

- Pre-service training depends on NTTI starting its teacher training programme

2.3.10 Training of RTC and PTC instructors

Start Q3 2016; Complete Q4 2019

In progress: In-Service Training on-going,

In progress: In-Service Training on-going

On schedule as per TVET Teacher Training Plan.

Vicente, Mengheang

DQA 800 TVET Teachers.

2.4 Enhance Voucher Skills Training Program

2.4.1

Revision of process for local enterprise profiling under the Training and Employment Needs Assessment (TENA)

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q1 2017

Revised TENA survey methodology done in Q2 2017 and used in conducting survey for Phase 1

Akmathak PCU & Counterparts

2.4.2 Training of community development specialists (CDSs)

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q1 2017

Training on TENA survey methodology conducted, Q3 2016

Akmathak PCU & Counterparts

2.4.3 Conduct TENA survey Start Q1 2017; Complete Q4 2018

Conducted in July-August 2017, reports of TENA survey results for Phase 1 at

NOL needed due excess of cost over original allocation

Akmathak PCU & Counterparts

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NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

provincial level done; consolidation of reports is ongoing to be completed by January 2018.

2.4.4 Disbursement of vouchers for training by non-state providers

Start Q2 2017; Complete Q3 2017

Non-state providers of VSTP by phases selected; to start by Jan 2018 under VSTP phase 1

Delayed opening of institutional sub-accounts

Akmathak PCU & Counterparts

2.4.5

Development of standardized curricula and skill standards for VSTP courses

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q4 2020

Due to the numerous types of skills being provided, it is not feasible to develop standardized curricula and skills standards as this will require much time and budget. What was developed instead is a standardized curriculum format reflecting CBT principles that the training providers must comply in their proposals.

To process one by one

The log book will be finalized and approved by November 2017

Marge, Akmathak

Meng, Vantouen

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NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

2.4.6 Revision of VSTP guidelines Start Q4 2016; Complete Q4 2016

VSTP guidelines approved by EA and training on VSTP guideline implementation was done in Nov. 2017

The review and revision of Urban VSTP guideline to be done by December 2017

To be revised Akmathak PCU

2.4.7 Revision of modules for VSTP implementation and participation guidelines kit

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q1 2017

Final draft of Log book submitted to Technical Unit for final review and approval by January 2018 Final version of trainer’s guide to be finalized by Q1 2018 Final version of trainee’s guide to be finalized by Q1 2018

To be approved by January 2018 To be finalized by first quarter of 2018 To be finalized by the first quarter 2018

Speed up the process of comments and approval

Akmathak PCU

2.4.8

Development and implementation of quality assurance mechanism supporting non-state providers

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q1 2018

M&E Specialist DQA

2.4.9 Recruitment and training of VSTP trainees

Start Q2 2017; Complete Q4 2020

Ready to start implementation. Budget request submitted for Year 1 of Phase 1 involving 14,212 youths and adults in 347 communes

Financial process VSTP implementation to be started

Akmathak, CDS, RTCs and PTCs

55,000 (additional 20,00) trainees

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

of 15 provinces in the amount of $752,541 submitted for approval.

2.4.10 Conduct of baseline study and tracer studies

Start Q4 2018; Complete Q4 2020

Not yet due

Department of Training

M&E Specialist

2 tracer studies

2.5 Enhance Skills Bridging Program (SBP)

2.5.1

Review relevance of curricula to prepare trainees for entry into the new C1 TVET CBT programmes

Start Q3 2016; Complete Q2 2017

Done

Printing out and distribute to providers.

Saroeun DT, DSC and SBP implementers

Curriculum approved

2.5.2

Gender inclusive learning module on career opportunities following vocational training developed

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q3 2017

Gender inclusive modules for Grade 7, 8 & 9 submitted to EA for approval. Employability modules Grades 8 and 9 submitted to EA for approval.

Taken time while sharing with concerned persons for comments and feedback.

After approval, we will

conduct an orientation

workshop to provider

representatives

Bun Sary

Saroeun, PCU Gender specialists, OSSD

Gender inclusive learning module

2.5.3

Non-state providers oriented on revised SBP curricula and learning support materials

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q3 2017

Done

Department of

Training DSC

Guidelines package produced. Teaching and learning materials produced

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

2.5.4 Competency-based SBP contracted to non-state providers

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q4 2017

23 providers submitted their proposal and implementation work plan to Department of Training.

Still considering their contract submission

Saroeun DT, DSC

10% of SBP contracts with NS providers

2.5.5 Bi-annual orientation workshops for SBP providers (state & non-state)

Start Q3 2016; Complete Q4 2017

Done

Done

Done

Saroeun DT, DSC

100 public and NS providers orientated

2.5.6 10,000 (additional 3,600) trainees enrolled in SBP

Start Q2 2017; Complete Q4 2017

10 out of 23 public and private providers with 1,319 student including female students have started implementing SBP classes in Q4 2017.

Another 13 providers are still recruiting students and starting in January 2018.

Saroeun Chandara (Social Marketing)

DT, DSC 10,000 (additional 3,600) trainees

2.6 Improve TVET Facilities

2.6.1 Construction of 19 (additional 9) workshops

Start Q3 2016; Complete Q4 2017

9 workshop are completed by Nov. 2017 and building hand-over are on-going. Construction of workshop at Koh Kong PTC to start on 15 Jan. 2018. Construction drawings, BOQs, cost estimates and bid

Many contracts for construction activities in year 2018

To monitor and quality control the construction of Koh Kong workshop, Construction drawings, BOQs, cost estimates, bid docs for 9 workshops to be finalized and advertise by Q1 2018.

Sophak, Sam Ol

Procurement Unit

19 (additional 9) workshops

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

documents for 6 workshops are ongoing (60% complete)

2.6.2 Procurement of specialized equipment packages procured for workshops

Start Q3 2017; Complete Q2 2018

The PCU will conducting the workshop with 18 PTCs for Indicative list of training equipment being collected from RTCs/PTCs

Only 7 PTCs was submitted the Indicative list of training equipment

The workshop will be on 11 January 2018

Sophak, Sam Ol

Procurement Unit

For 19 workshops

2.6.3

Construction of new buildings at BIT, Tbong Khmom PTC, CIEDI, and Salakarothan Institute

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q4 2018

Construction at BIT to start on 15 Jan. 2018. New building at Tbong Khmom PTC, CIEDI, and NPIA, completed the soil investigation; preparation of the construction drawings, foundation designs and cost estimates are on-going and the bids to be advertised by end of Q1 2018.

To monitor and quality control for the construction of New building at BIT, Construction drawings, BOQs, cost estimates bid documents for 3 new buildings at NPIA, CIEDI and Tbong Khmom (AFD) to be finalized and advertise by Q1 2018.

Sophak, Sam Ol

Procurement Unit

Four buildings

2.6.4

Procurement of furniture and equipment for new buildings, workshop equipment

Start Q1 2018; Complete Q4 2018

Indicative of training equi. for new workshops on-going

Sophak, Som ol

Procurement Unit

Furniture, equipment for four buildings

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NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

2.6.5

Upgrading of facilities (classrooms, water and sanitation facilities, library, etc.) at PTCs

Start Q2 2017; Complete Q3 2019

Site surveys and data collection for the upgrading works at 10 PTCs done, preparation of the bidding documents and bid advertised by Q1 2018. Site surveys and data collections for the upgrading works at 8 PTCs, preparation of the bidding documents under progress.

Many contracts for construction

activities in year 2018

Bids for the upgrading works at 10 PTCs to advertise and contracts to start Q1 2018.

Site surveys and data collection for the upgrading works at 8 PTCs done and preparation of the bidding documents and bid advertised by Q1 2018.

Sophak, Som ol

Procurement Unit

18 PTCs

2.6.6 Rehabilitation of DGTVET building

Start Q3 2017; Complete Q3 2018

To start Q1 2018 (the updated of procurement Plan)

To start the building survey, construction drawings, costing, bid advertised by Q1 2018.

Sophak, Som ol

Procurement Unit

3 Output 3 - Increased Involvement of Employers in TVET Delivery

3.1 Strengthen Internship Program

3.1.1 Development of framework and guidelines for internship program

Start Q2 2016; Complete Q4 2016

The internship policy document in both Khmer and English was endorsed by Sub-NTB Committee on 29 August 2017 and approved by the NTB on 20 October 2017. However, the

Provision should be made for Khmer translation urgently. If not, there will be further delays.

Malika PCU, D.T.

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NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

Internship Implementation Manual and the Internship Stipend Guidelines have been prepared in English and yet to be translated into Khmer for review by the Technical Committee and approval of DGTVET by Q1 2018

3.1.2

Training of Industry Liaison Units to implement and monitor new internship program

Start Q2 2016; Complete Q4 2016

The training of

Industrial Liaison

Unit will be

happen

depending on the

finalization of the

internship

implementation

manual and the

internship stipend

guidelines. It will

be by the end of

Q1 2018.

Malika Russell, TL

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NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

3.1.3 Provision of internship to TVET trainees

Start Q3 2017; Complete Q2 2021

Not started. Expected in Qrt 2 2018, after the approval of the Internship Implementation Manual and the Internship Stipend Guidelines and training of Industry Liaison Units.

Malika TL, Russell

1,000 (additional 800) TVET trainees

3.1.4

Conduct of workshop series for staff of DGTVET, Public TVET Institutions, including RTCs and PTCs, National Employment Agency, and members of Sector Skills Councils (SSC)

Start Q3 2017; Complete Q2 2020

Not yet started. Expected by the end of Qrt 1 2018, after the approval of the Internship Implementation Manual and the Internship Stipend Guidelines.

Malika, TL, DTL, Russell,

DSC 500 staff

3.2 Establish Sector Skills Councils (SSC)

3.2.1

Establishment and formalization of SSCs through Memoranda of Agreement

Start Q2 2017; Complete Q3 2017

MOU between MLVT and CAMFEBA is finalized and ready (both English and Khmer versions) for signatures. The 4 Prakas (each one) are already draft with industrial partners and memberships.

Time consuming to work very closely with partners and institutes to ensure the sustainability and accountable for operating procedures and monitoring for SSC.

Harry (TL), Sovannka (DTL) Russell

Four CoEs, DLMI

4 SSCs

3.2.2

Establishment of operating procedures and monitoring and evaluation framework for SSCs

Start Q2 2017; Complete Q3 2017

TL, DTL, Russell

Four CoEs, DLMI, M&E Specialist, DQA

Operating procedures approved

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NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

3.3 Establish Centers of Excellence (COE)

3.3.1 Establishment of COEs Start Q4 2016; Complete Q3 2017

CoE at NPIA (new construction): construction drawings, BOQ cost estimate and bid document are at final stage. CoE at BIT (renovation): construction detail/drawings, BOQ, cost estimate are at final stage. CoE at PPI spaces for the renovation selected, construction drawings and BOQs, cost estimates are under progress. Bids for the NPIA and BIT to be advertised by end of Jan. 2018. COE finalizing their business plan with budget projection for DGTVET.

Many contracts for construction activities in year 2018

CoE at NPIA (new construction), BIT renovation: construction drawings, BOQ cost estimate and bid documents finalised, bids advertised and construction to start Q1 2018. CoEs at PPI and NPIC construction drawings and BOQs, cost estimates finalized, bids for the NPIA and PPI to be advertised, construction to start Q1 2018. Request transfer of annual operating expenses to COE accounts

TL, DTL, Sophak

DSC, Chuy Sam Ol, Procurement Unit, Russell

4 COEs

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NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

3.3.2.a Piloting of VSC in basic manufacturing process [NPIC]

Start Q4 2017 (SY 2017-18); Complete Q3 2018-19

Piloting of VSC for manufacturing to follow after development of VSC CBT packages together with the other 3 sectors (automotive, construction, electrical) expected to be completed within Q1 2018.

When budget is available, we will proceed the pilot of VSC

Heng Meng, Amatak

DSC

3.3.2.b Piloting of CQF Levels 2 in basic manufacturing process

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q3 2017

Development of CBT packages for 4 new occupations in manufacturing proposed for approval by PCU and NOL from ADB. As the cost is significant, source for budget reallocation have yet to be identified.

No budget allocation provided in the PAM. under

Heng Meng New ILRDS

DSC,

3.3.2.c Revise/review the CBT packages to be compliant with CQF level 2 to 4

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q3 2017

CBT packages developed under STVET for existing 21 occupations in automotive, construction, and IT/business have only Level 2. The

No budget allocation provided for these activities in the PAM

DQA DSC

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NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

packages for Levels 3-4 are incomplete or not developed particularly learning materials and assessment tools. This will take a lot of time and resources.

3.3.3

Develop and pilot CQF 3/4 internship programs for middle level and supervisory workers in large manufacturing enterprises

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q2 2017

Internship Implementation Manual and Internship Stipend Guidelines have been developed for final review (after translation to Khmer) by the Technical Unit and approval of DGTVET. Implementation of internship for CQF 3-4 students planned to start by Q2 2018.

Additional Consulting Inputs

DSC

3.3.4

Develop soft skills training module to be incorporated into the curricula for CQF level 1-4

Start Q1, 2017 Complete Q2, 2017

The development of soft skills training modules and the procurement of multi-media training materials are proposed to

The soft skills training modules are supposed to be integrated with the CQF curriculum. However, they may also be

Sophak DSC, OSSD, Kong, DTL, Gautaum

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OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

be outsourced to a firm rather than doing it on a per COE basis to ensure consistency in quality and cost efficiency. Sector-specific requirements to be considered. Draft TOR has been prepared and planned to be advertised by Q1 2018.

offered as stand-alone short course.

3.3.5

Procurement of multimedia training materials for teaching sector-specific soft skills

Start Q1, 2017 Complete Q3, 2017

Sophak Procurement Unit

3.3.6

Dissemination of CQF Levels 1–4 course materials to RTCs and PTCs within each COE network

Start Q4 2017; Complete Q4 2017

To follow after COEs are operational with new or rehabilitated facilities, CBT packages for new occupations are developed (for NPIC and PPI) and completion of CBT packages (learning materials and assessment tools) of existing occupations for automotive and construction. Sources for

In the PAM, the COEs are presumed to be ready for performing their roles. The selected COEs, however, are far from ready with training facilities yet to be constructed/ renovated, CQF courses to be updated or developed.

COE, DSC

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NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

budget reallocation have yet to be identified.

4 Output 4 - Strengthened Governance and Management in TVET System

4.1 Strengthen RTCs and PTCs to Offer CQF Level 2 and Above Courses

4.1.1.a

Develop Innovative TVET Management Delivery Strategy to build capacity of RTCs and PTCs to deliver Levels 2–4 training

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q2 2017

ITMD Strategy plan and training modules for ITMD-IGAs capacity building were produced both English and Khmer versions

Kong, Gautam

PCU focal point and the project counterpart

ITMD strategy approved

4.1.1.b

Implementation of Innovative TVET Management Delivery Strategy to build capacity of RTCs and PTCs to deliver Levels 2–4 training

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q2, 2017

ToR for selecting a firm to deliver ITMD-IGA training courses was approved and ready for procurement processes. Technical Unit assigned ITMD task force for implementation of the developed ITMD strategy. The task force is led by 3 representatives of Department of Institutional Management and

No budget line is allocated for consulting fee for a selected firm to deliver ITMD-IGA training course to RTCs and PTCs.

NITMD will work with the Project Procurement unit for selecting the firm.

Organize a dissemination workshop on ITMD strategy and implementation plan to selected RTCs and PTCs

ITMD task force

NITMD , Cluster coordinators, PCU, Procurement Unit.

Dissemination workshop on ITMD strategy and implementation plan organized.

ITMD-IGA training courses to RTCs and PTCs delivered by the selected firm

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NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

involves 5 representatives of other 5 DGTVET departments.

4.1.2 Delivery of 286 courses (additional 52 courses) by 26 PTCs

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q4 2020

Course delivery by RTCs and PTCs with coordination support of CCC and CCU was not yet done since formed CCCs and CCUs were not yet functional.

5 Cluster Coordinators were not contracted and mobilized.

Contract and mobilize 5 cluster coordinators.

cluster coordinators

Cluster committees and coordinators, PCU, Procurement Unit

286 (additional 52) courses

4.1.3 Establishment of 5 cluster committees

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q1 2017

Established 5 CCCs and 5 CCUs were not functional due to no presence of 5 Cluster Coordinators

Mobilising of 5 Cluster Coordinators

Field mission to meet chairpersons of 5 CCCs

Kong Russell, PCU, Procurement Unit

5 committees with legal framework ( 5 institutionalized clusters)

4.2 Strengthen Financing of RTCs and PTCs

4.2.1 Start-up costs for RTCs and PTCs to offer Levels 2–4 courses financed

Start Q4, 2016 Complete Q4, 2020

Release budget to RTCs and PTCs

Finance Unit Russell

Training Department/ Finance Unit

4.3 Improve Information Management System

4.3.1

Expansion of TVETMIS to include competency unit databases (courses) records of teachers and students (including student bio-data, enrolment, and achievement) institutional

Start Q3 2016; Complete Q4 2020

TVETMIS Operational Manual revised to version 2.0. TVETMIS system is redesigned to incorporate

International TVETMIS specialist still not yet deployed.

Continue redesigning TVETMIS system to incorporate Academic Year features. Continue revision existing Report

Dara DLMI Existing TVETMIS is being revised.

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NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

inventories, and assessor register. Expansion of LMIS to include achievement of skills areas among the workforce for greater match between demand & supply

Academic Year features TVETMIS Report Modules are being revised continuously.

Modules based on Academic Year features

4.3.2

Module developed to link TVETMIS and LMIS, and selected financial indicators for formation of unit costs

Start Q1, 2019 Complete Q4, 2019

- - Dara DLMI To start after Labor market survey finished

4.3.3

Revision of reporting modules to provide consolidated reporting and disaggregated division/institution reporting

Start Q1 2018; Complete Q1 2019

Dara DLMI To start in Jan 2018

4.3.4

100 DGTVET staff, NEA, and staff of Public TVET Institutions, together with RTCs and PTCs, receive training on TVETMIS and LMIS

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q1 2019

TVETMIS Training workshop conducted to 104 people f from DGTVET, NEA, Public TVET Institutions, NGO/Private TVET Providers.

Dara DLMI To start in Jan 2017

4.4 Strengthen Project Management Systems

4.4.1 Preparation of project financial audit

Start Q4 2016; Complete Q4 2020

- - Russell DF, Sophak

4.4.2 Conduct of skills measurement survey

Start Q1 2017; Complete Q3 2020

Deferred

Ravi, Rithy DLMI, Procurement Unit

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NO.

OUTPUT / TASK

MILESTONES

STATUS (Q4 2017)

ISSUES/ REASONS

NEXT STEPS /IMPROVE

ACTIONS

RESPONSIBILITY

PERFORMANCE TARGET /

MILESTONE

Primary Coordination/ Support

4.4.3

Periodic labour market intelligence, forecasting and /or analysis by NEA and DLMI

Start Q3 2017; Complete Q3 2019

Advertised, only 2 proposals received. Procurement of labor market forecasting software being coordinated with NEA

Ravi, Rithy DMLI, NEA, Procurement Unit

4.4.4 Conduct of impact evaluation of Stipend/Voucher Program

Start Q3 2016; Complete Q4 2020

Not relevant now

Ravi, Rithy DT, Procurement Unit

4.4.5 Review of TVET Strategic Plan and preparation of the next Plan

Start Q3 2017; Complete Q1 2018

Shortlist out of 47 applicants submitted to MEF and ADB. Further evaluation ongoing

Dept. of Policy and Planning

Procurement

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Appendix 2

GENDER ACTION PLAN (GAP) MONITORING TABLE

As of 31 December 2017

Project Title: Technical Vocational Education and Training Sector Development Project (TVETSTP)

Country: Cambodia

Project No: 46064-002; 46064-003

Type of Project (Loan/ TA): No.3187-CAM

Approval and Timeline: 09 January 2015 to December 2021

Gender Category: Effective Gender Mainstreaming (EGM)

Mission Leader: Mr. Sophea Mar

Project Impact: The impact of the Project will be increased employment of TVET certified workers

Project Outcome: The outcome of the Project will be an accessible, demand-driven TVET system responsive to continuing and emerging labor market

demands. While the Project’s impact and outcome statements will remain unaffected, the additional co-financing will benefit additional number of youth,

including more vulnerable youth and females, in Cambodia.

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Gender Action Plan (GAP Activities, Indicators and Targets, Timeframe and

Responsibility) Cross referenced with DMF gender targets

Progress to date (This should include information on period of actual implementation, sex-

disaggregated quantitative updates (e.g. number of participating women, women beneficiaries of services, etc.), and qualitative information. However, some would be

on-going - so explain what has happened so far towards meeting the target.

Issues and Challenges (Please include reasons why an activity was

not fully implemented, or if targets fall short, or reasons for delay, etc., and provide

recommendations on ways to address issues and challenges)

Output 1: Increased Access to TVET Programs

1.1. Introduce vocational skills certification (VSC): 20% of participants for the VSC pilot with non–formal TVET

courses are female (no change).

Target 1

VSC guidelines inclusive of qualification requirements approved. However, the development of CBT packages (competency standards, curriculum, learning materials and assessment tools) for VSC in 5 priority sectors has been delayed due to budget issues but now completed and validated except the development of learning materials. Piloting of VSC scheduled in Q2 2018. The selection of trainees will ensure the % share of female. Achievement: 0 (because VSC pilot has not started)

Request for budget reallocation for piloting is

being prepared for approval of DGTVET and

NOL from ADB.

1.2. Develop policies for recognition of prior learning and current competencies (RPL/RCC)

1.2.1 15% of 80 TVET staff trainees and 200 assessors for RPL/RCC are female (changed). Target 2

RPL/RCC Assessment Policy and Certification Policy has been approved by NTB.

Proposal to develop CBT package for Assessors Training Program including cost

estimate for budget reallocation has been approved by DGTVET and a request for

NOL submitted to ADB.

Achievement: 0 (training can follow only after approval and development of CBT package for Assessor Training Program)

Need additional input for international

assessment specialist (see Sub-output 2.2)

1.2.2. 15% of 900 participants assessed for RPL/RCC are female

(changed). (DMF 1a – no gender)

Target 3

Same as above

Achievement: 0 (the above processes should be completed before the actual

assessment)

Same as above

1.2.3. All capacity building and training to emphasize gender

inclusive participation in RPL/RCC (no change).

Action 1

Achievement: 2 RPL/RCC Workshops had 99 participants with 16 female (16%

female)

1.3. Establish TVET stipend program for levels 2–4 training for disadvantaged youth and women

1.3.1. 30% of 5,000 stipend recipients for CQF levels 2–4

trainings are female (changed). (DMF 1F) Target 4

A gender and IP inclusive Student Stipends Guidelines approved. GAP targets

included.

Achievement = 0 (because stipend activity at the field level has not started and is

expected to begin from Q1 1 2018)

Due to delay in opening of institutional sub-

accounts.

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1.3.2. 20% of female stipend recipients for CQF levels 2–4

trainings are enrolled in non–traditional areas (no change).

Target 5

Student Stipend Guidelines approved. GAP targets included.

Achievement = 0 (because stipend activity at the field level has not started and is

expected to begin from Q1 2018)

Due to delay in opening of institutional sub-

accounts.

1.3.3. 30% of CQF levels 2–4 stipend recipients who receive

the career guidance and counseling pilot are female (added).

Target 6

Activity is not yet start.

Achievement = 0 (because stipend activity at the field level has not started and is

expected to begin from Qrt 1 2018)

Due to delay in opening of institutional sub-

accounts.

1.3.4. 50% of TVET staff trained to provide career guidance and

counseling on pilot basis is female (added).

Target 7

Three workshops on stipend guideline implementation were organized in this

quarter to key official staff of all TVET training institutes, DGTVET and TVETSDP who

are responsible for processing and evaluation of applications, disbursements of

stipends, monitoring of beneficiaries and other related activities.

Achievement: 0

1.4. Pilot women’s dormitories with career mentorship program

1.4.1. 240 females enrolled in CQF levels 2–4 reside in women’s

dormitories and attend career mentorship programs each

month (changed). (DM F 1C)

Target 8

Construction drawing (3 dorms-ADB) is completed and the contracts signed on 22 December 2017

Construction of the 3 dormitories (ADB) will start 15 January 2018.

3 dorms (AFD)-final construction drawings printed out for approval, final BOQs, cost estimates, and specification at final stages.

Bids to be advertised by end of Jan 2018.

Achievement = 0 (dormitories not yet constructed)

In process

1.4.2. All management contracts include 24–hour security

provision for women’s dormitories in the 6 PTCs (added).

Action 2

Not yet started. Please refer Target 8

1.4.3. Two female staff from each of the 6 PTCs receiving

dormitories (with women’s leadership centers) trained to

oversee implementation of the women’s career mentorship

program (changed).

Action 3

Not yet started. Please refer Target 8

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1.5. Promote social marketing of TVET 1.5.1. 20% of the participants attending workshops for implementing TVET marketing campaign are women (no change).

Target 9

Achievement: 0

1.5.2. 100% of road shows include a gender component to

address participation of females (no change).

Action 4

TOR of the Consultant for Social Marketing has incorporated Action 4.

This will be achieved in full.

1.5.3. 50% of electronic and print mass media messages

produced address female participation (no change).

Action 5

TOR of the Consultant for Social Marketing has incorporated Action 5.

This will be achieved in full.

Output 2: Improved Quality and Relevance of TVET System

2.1 Strengthen TVET quality assurance system 2.1.1. Quality standards and self–assessment tools for public

TVET institutes include gender equity component (no

change).

Action 6

Achievement: The quality standards and self–assessment tools for public TVET

institutes is included in the Quality Assurance handbook (QA). The QA book is focus

on technical aspect with gender equity, example in part 1, Criteria and indicators:

criteria #3, #4 and #5.

Fully achieved

2.1.2. 30% of the directors and other staff of public TVET

institutes attending workshops on quality standards and its

implementation are female (no change).

Target 10

Achievement: There was a workshop on Quality Assurance System for TVET,

wherein the finalized QA Operational Manual and the implementation modalities

were discussed

87 participants from public TVETs and 13 were female (15%)

Few female teachers and staff in TVET

2.1.3. 20% of DGTVET staff participating in study tours is

women (no change). Target 11

Achievement: 0 (not yet planned)

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2.2 Establish TVET competency–based assessment and certification system

2.2.1. 20% of staff from TVET institutes in Phnom Penh and

provinces introduced to competency assessment is female (no

change).

Target 12

Achievement: 5 Teacher Training (CBT/QF) courses were organized to all TVET

institutes, DGTVET and TVETSDP. Total 179/F32 (18%) people attended.

Achievement of 18% is only slightly less than

the target of 20%. Few female teachers and

staff in TVET

2.2.2. 20% of assessors accredited by DGTVET are female (no

change).

Target 13

Training and accreditation of assessors to follow after development of CBT package

for Assessors Training program.

Achievement: 0 (not yet started)

Need additional input for International CBT

Assessment Specialist

Firm should mobilize IAS, if not it will delay in

implementation

2.2.3. 40% of 200 Cambodian youth participating in the pilot

program for competency assessment are female (no change).

Target 14

Same as above

Achievement: 0 (not yet started)

2.3 Improve TVET instructor training system 2.3.1. 20% of NTTI master trainers trained to pilot delivery of

competency–based pre– and in–service TVET instructor

training and assessment are female (changed). (DMF 2B)

Target 15

Competency based pre-service curriculum prepared and accepted by NTTI for implementing Q3 2017. NTTI has been guided to develop the materials for implementation of pre-service curriculum. Most materials have been developed. Pre-service training has been introduced

Achievement: 26 Master Teacher Trainers to train the other teachers selected (F

=3, 11.5%)

2.3.2. 20% of the 800 RTC and PTC instructors trained on

competency–based training are female (changed).

Target 16

Achievement: Out of 800 total target, 393 trained (49%). Out of 393 trained, female is 54,

14%)

2.4 Enhance voucher skills training program (VSTP) 2.4.1. Capacity building for Training and Employment Needs

Assessment includes module on identifying skills needs and

training programs for female trainees (no change).

Action 7

Achievement: Capacity building Manual for Training and Employment Needs Assessment has sections on identifying skills needs and training programs for female trainees

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2.4.2. 50% of the community development specialists trained

to analyse skill needs based on revised Training and

Employment Needs Assessment are female (no change).

Target 17

3 such trainings were conducted in 2016

Achievement: 115 (F = 59, 51%)

2.4.3. 60% of 55,000 participants in VSTP are female (changed).

(DMF 2E)

Target 18

Ready to start implementation. Budget request submitted for Year 1 of Phase 1

involving 14,212 youths and adults in 347 communes of 10 provinces involving 15

PTCs/RTCs in the amount of $752,541 submitted for approval. Recruitment of

trainees will ensure the target % share for women.

Achievement: 0 (field activity will start soon)

2.5 Enhance skills bridging program (SBP) 2.5.1. 50% of 10,000 participants in SBP are female (changed).

(DMF 2F)

Target 19

Achievement: Total – 1689 Female – 596 (35%)

Target is 50% female but the current

achievement is 35% female. Efforts should be

undertaken to have more female trainees as

per the developed plan.

2.5.2. SBP curriculum integrates gender inclusion in learning

module on career opportunities following TVET (no change).

Action 8

Achievement: The SBP curriculum has been enhanced with the addition of Gender

Module (Khmer) for grade 7 and grade 8/9. It has been approved by Technical Unit

and sent to EA for approval.

2.6 Improve TVET facilities 2.6.1. Separate sanitation facilities for women constructed in 3

new buildings (added).

Action 9

Construction at BIT to start on 15 Jan. 2018. New building at Tbong Khmom PTC, CIEDI, and NPIA, completed the soil

investigation; preparation of the construction drawings, foundation designs and cost

estimates are on-going and the bids to be advertised by end of Q1 2018. The design

has separate sanitation facilities for women.

Achievement: 0 (as of date no building has been constructed)

2.6.2. Facilities used by female trainees and instructors

upgraded in 18 out of 18 PTCs (added).

Action 10

Site surveys and data collection for the upgrading works at 10 PTCs done, preparation of the bidding documents and bid advertised by Q1 2018. Site surveys and data collections for the upgrading works at 8 PTCs, preparation of

the bidding documents under progress. The design for upgrading of facilities will be

gender sensitive.

Achievement: 0 (as of date no activity started)

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2.6.3. Civil works contracts include a clause on compliance

with core labor standards (CLS), including no child labor, and

equal pay for equal work (added). Action 11

Achievement: CLS including child labor protection, equal pay for equal work is

included in the bidding documents.

2.7 Develop TVET instructor policy frameworks (added) 2.7.1.TVET policy frameworks for improved management and

professional development of instructors are gender sensitive

(added).

Action 12

The Cambodia Trainers Qualification Framework (CTQF) has been developed and

approved by the Sub-NTB Committee for piloting. The development of CBT packages

for CTQF (4 levels) has been proposed for approval by DGTVET and NOL from ADB as

no budget allocation has been provided during the design. In developing the CBT

packages, the developers will be instructed to ensure that the different modules will

be gender sensitive. tive # 3.2.2.2;

2.7.2. 20% of inspectors trained are female (added).

Target 20

Activity not yet started.

Achievement: 0 (as of date no activity started)

Output 3: Increased Involvement of Employers in TVET Delivery

3.1 Strengthen internship program 3.1.1. 20% of staff trained to implement internship program is

female (no change).

Target 21

3 Consultative Workshops to develop the Internship Programs - Offered in Public

TVET Institutions and Capacity Assessment of Industry Liaison Units” were

organized.

The internship policy document in both Khmer and English was endorsed by Sub-NTB

Committee on 29 August 2017 and approved by the NTB on 20 October 2017.

However, the Internship Implementation Manual and the Internship Stipend

Guidelines which were prepared in English have yet to be translated into Khmer for

review by the Technical Committee and approval of DGTVET by Q1 2018

Achievement: 0

3.1.2. 20% of 1,000 public TVET trainees who receive

internships and internship stipends are female (changed). (DMF

3B)

Target 22

Achievement: 0 (field activity has not started)

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3.2. Establish sector skills councils (SSCs): Gender inclusion module in trainings of SSC members introduced (added). Action 13

MOU between MLVT and CAMFEBA is finalized and ready (both English and Khmer versions) for signatures. The 4 Prakas (each one) are already draft with industrial partners and memberships. Selection of representatives to the Council will consider women representation. Workshops involving SSC members will likewise consider women representation.

Time consuming to work very closely with

partner enterprises and institutes to ensure

effectiveness and sustainability of SSC

operations.

3.3. Establish centers of excellence 3.3.1. 20% of trainees participating in the piloting of CQF level

1 course in Basic Manufacturing Processes for Low Level

Technicians are female (no change).

Target 23

Piloting of VSC for manufacturing to follow after development of VSC CBT packages

together with the other 3 sectors (automotive, construction, electrical) expected to

be completed within Q1 2018. The selection of trainees for piloting of VSC (CQF

Level 1) will consider the target % share of female.

Achievement: 0

Delay due to no budget allocation provided

for this activity. Request for NOL from ADB

being prepared.

3.3.2. Training materials for soft skills include a module on

working in gender inclusive workplace (no change).

Action 14

The development of soft skills training modules and the procurement of multi-media

training materials are proposed to be outsourced to a firm rather than doing it on a

per COE basis to ensure consistency in quality and cost efficiency. Sector-specific

requirements to be considered. Draft TOR has been prepared and planned to be

advertised by Q1 2018. Module on gender-inclusive workplace will be added in the

TOR of the firm during contract negotiation.

Output 4: Strengthened governance and management of the TVET system

4.1 Strengthen RTCs and PTCs to offer CQF levels 2 and above 4.1.1. 20% of the total RTC and PTC staff trained to deliver courses at CQF levels 2–4 are female (no change). Target 24

As of date, 20 teacher training has been conducted on the related topics. Achievement: 717 (F = 101, 14%)

The achievement of 14% is less than the target

of 20%. In future training, efforts will be

undertaken to increase female participation %.

4.1.2 20% of participants at annual TVET conferences are female (added). Target 25

Achievement: The first TVET annual conference was held on 16 March 2017. Total participants were 95/F15 (16%). Note: Total number of DGTEVET staff (staff and above positions) is 226/F50 (22%). 15 (30%) female staff out of 50 attended first conference.

In future conferences, efforts will be

undertaken to increase female participation

%.

4.2. 30% of students enrolled in CQF levels 2–4 by PTCs and RTCs receiving financial support for start-up costs (?) are female (changed). Target 26

Not yet started. Budget to be released RTCs and PTCs

Achievement: 0 (not yet started)

[Note: Wrong indicator. Start-up costs do not

go to the students but to the institutions and

used for specified eligible expenses although

the computation of the amount is based on

per student enrolled].

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4.3. Improve information management systems

4.3.1 30% of staff from DGTVET, public TVET institutes, and targeted private providers trained to access and use expanded TVET MIS and/or Labor MIS is female (changed).

Target 27

TVETMIS Operational Manual revised to version 2.0. TVETMIS system is redesigned to incorporate Academic Year features. TVETMIS Report Modules are being revised continuously. LMIS work has not started

TVETMIS Training workshop conducted to 104 (Female = 24,23%), participants from

DGTVET, NEA, Public TVET Institutions, NGO/Private TVET Providers.

Achievement: 0 (not yet started)

Complete design of expanded TVETMIS still

ongoing including data bases on competency-

based training (CBT) packages, registry of

certified assessors, number and pass rates of

workers assessed, and registry of certified

workers.

4.3.2. Skills Measurement Survey and TVET MIS data on students and teachers are dis-aggregated by gender (added). Action 15

Deferred

Project Implementation

Gender related activities regularly reported in quarterly and

annual progress reports (no change).

Action 16

Achievement: Gender related activities are addressed in quarterly reports and DMF.

GAP report is updated on a quarterly basis

Status of core labor standards reported in quarterly and annual

progress reports, as applicable (added).

Action 17

Achievement: All the bidding documents have child labour clauses incorporated

Gender responsive indicators used in all M&E activities,

including baseline and end line surveys/studies, and in

reporting progress against the design and monitoring

framework (no change).

Action 18

Achievement: Gender responsive indicators are included in the M&E

system/databases and in DMF and reported.

The midterm review will review past updates, assess gender

related achievements, and identify constraints in implementing

the gender action plan. Adjustments, as required, will be

recommended for improved implementation of gender action

plan (no change).

Action 19

Not due. Will be conducted in March 2019.

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Appendix 3

INDIGENOUS PEOPLES PLAN (IPP) As of 31 December 2017

Project Title: Technical Vocational Education and Training Sector Development Project

(TVETSDP)

Country: Cambodia Project No: 46064-002; 46064-003 Type of Project (Loan/TA): No.3187-CAM Approval & timeline: 09 January 2015 to December 2021 Mission Leader: Mr. MAR Sophea Project Impact: The impact of the Project will be increased employment of TVET certified workers.

Outcome: The outcome of the Project will be an accessible, demand-driven TVET system responsive to continuing and emerging labor market demands. While the Project’s impact and outcome statements will remain unaffected, the additional co-financing will benefit additional number of youth, including more vulnerable youth, females, and Indigenous People in the five provinces of Cambodia includes Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri, Kratie, Stung Treng, and Preah Vihear.

TABLE SUMMARY OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLE PLAN (IPP) BY OUTPUTS (1-4):

Activities, Indicators and Targets, Timeframe and Responsibility

Progress to Date1 Issues and Challenges2

Output 1: Increased Access to TVET Programs

Anticipated positive impact: Better access of IPs to TVET programs, and increased awareness about TVET and employment opportunities

Anticipated negative impact: IPs excluded due to limited TVET course offerings and limited employment opportunities in remote regions and failure of social marketing campaigns

VSC pilot with non-formal TVET courses implemented in the 2 IP majority provinces (Ratanakiri & Mondulkiri).

IP provinces have to be included: The consultant prepared for 3 phases (still not implement yet): - Phase-I for Ratanakiri & Mondulkiri, the 2 IP majority provinces) - Phase-II for Kratie & Preah Vihear - Phase-III for Stung Treng

Produced documents but still not implementing yet

1This should include information on period of actual implementation, IP-disaggregated qualitative and quantitative updates (e.g. number of participating IP, IP beneficiaries of services, etc. 2Please include reasons why an activity was not fully implemented, or if targets fall short, or reasons for delay, etc.

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Activities, Indicators and Targets, Timeframe and Responsibility

Progress to Date1 Issues and Challenges2

1.2 45 of 900 Cambodian assessed for RPL/RCC are IPs and ethnic minorities. DMF 1a

-Implementing 150 in first year and - 750 in next 2 years.

Identification has not start yet. Will ensure the IP target.

1.3 IP status included as one of the weighted criteria to qualify for residence in women’s dormitory (in case of a queue) DMF 1c Starts Q4, 2017?

Criteria for selection of dormitory residence drafted Weighted criteria have been included.

The women’s dormitory will be built only in Kratie PTC, while another four PTCs will not have, such as (Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri, Stung Treng and Preah Vihear PTCs)

1.4.1 100% of IPs in CQF2-4 eligible for stipends in PTCs and RTCs where stipends are piloted. DMF 1f

Included in stipends guideline Started training to RTC Battambang on 8/Nov/2017, PP on 13/Nov/2017, and Svay Rieng RTC on 20/Nov/2017.

Specialist running off of his input. The Completion is on Q4 2020?

1.4.2. CQF 2-4 stipends pilot and personal coaching pilot implemented in 2 IP provinces, at least 1 of which is an IP majority province. (Ratanakiri & Mondulkiri). DMF 1f

Project is aware of this target. Kratie will have girls’ dormitory. Another IP province will be included.

Not start yet.

1.4.3. 100% of coaching and counseling materials and trainings include sections on ethnic and cultural sensitivity. DMF 1f

Orientation to selected firm to include sections on ethic minority (EM) and cultural sensitivity in work-plan. They will be EM/IP sensitive.

Coaching and counseling materials not developed yet.

1.4.4. Awareness raising workshops and information brochures on stipends and coaching pilots are translated in local language and reflect appropriate cultural patterns and values. DMF 1f

Will ensure that Social marketing firm fulfill on this condition. Already included in their ToR.

May be too complicated!. There are many IPs in the target provinces such Phnong, Tumpoun, Jarai, Kreung, Kuoy, Brao…, no one can translate into their own languages.

1.5.1. At least 50 roadshows implemented in IP provinces, of which a minimum of 20 are in IP majority provinces. (Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri)

Conducting Roadshow SOP consultation meeting to three additional RTCs and implement 1st official roadshow in Battambang.

Fall short the target IP majority provinces.

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Activities, Indicators and Targets, Timeframe and Responsibility

Progress to Date1 Issues and Challenges2

1.5.2 Social marketing and media campaigns targeting IPs especially developed, emphasizing positive IP role models, especially women and people in under-represented sectors

TOR includes IP/EM. Work plan of social marketing is specified in details the targets as per GAP and IPP

1.5.3. 100% of marketing messages are translated in local language and reflect appropriate cultural patterns and values.

Final draft of social marketing strategic plan (English and Khmer versions) has been reviewed by DLIM related Offices.

The local language is Khmer, has been designed- due to there are many IPs, in order to ease integrating, it has to be Khmer language.

Output 2: Improved Quality and Relevance of TVET System

Anticipated positive impact: Skills development amongst IPs is recognized in terms of cultural patterns and values

Anticipated negative impact: IPs exposed to limited TVET offerings and employment opportunities

2.1.1 Quality assurance system piloted in 2PTCs or RTCs serving IP provinces, at least 1 of which is an IP majority province. (Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri)

Discussing with primary stakeholders to find out the issues related to IP.

2.1.2 Directors and relevant staff from 100% of PTCs and RTCs serving IP provinces attend workshops and seminars on TVET quality assurance system.

6 Synopsis of Workshops on Quality Assurance and Monitoring Process of TVET in Cambodia were organized. Total 41 IP participants/RTCs attended amongst grand total 216 participants. Total QA officers of the two clusters IP is 41 participants: Cluster Svay Rieng: 23 participants includes (Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri, Kratie, Stung Treng….) Cluster Siem Reap: 18 participants includes only (Preah Vihear…)

2.2.1 At least 1 out of 10 competency assessment centers established in 1RTC or PTC serving an IP majority provinces.

Not yet starting

2.2.2 At least 20 out of 200 assessors are from RTCs or PTCs serving IP provinces. DMF 2a

Not yet starting

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Activities, Indicators and Targets, Timeframe and Responsibility

Progress to Date1 Issues and Challenges2

2.3.1. 100 out of 800 instructors trained in CBT are from RTCs and PTCs serving the 5 IP provinces. (Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri, Kratie, Stung Treng and Preah Vihear) DMF 2b

- In progress: In-Service Training on-going on schedule as per TVET Teacher Training Plan. - So far there have been 32 instructors trained

Fall short

2.3.2. 20 instructors selected for return to industry pilot are from RTCs and PTCs serving IP provinces.

Document outlining implementation mechanism of RIS prepared but not approved yet.

2.4.1. VSTP is rolled-out in all 5 IP provinces (Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri, Kratie, Stung Treng and Preah Vihear) DMF 2d

Methodology of TENA survey is done with the 10 provinces (2 IP-Rattanakiri and Modulkiri) which were conducted by 15 institutions of VSTP phase 1 by July-September 2017 and the results of the survey is ongoing to consolidate The 5 IP provinces were selected for VSTP implementation by phases and the 2 IP provinces are recruiting trainees for VSTP courses in phase 1 VSTP will be implemented in the beginning of 2018

-VSTP implementation NOL is not approved yet

2.4.2. Size of IP population is included as one of the weighted criteria to identify VSTP communes.

VSTP operational guidelines prepared and to be implemented by 2018. Will ensure the weighted criteria to identify VSTP communes. A total of 25 communes will be implemented VSTP program in Rattanakiri and a total 11 communes will be implemented VSTP program in Modulkiri.

Try getting data on size of IP population for all communes, prioritize those with high IP (IP population will be sure when VSTP is starting and completed) Being late to implement VSTP program because of open sub-accounts by RTC/PTCs are being late

2.4.3. 100% of CDS trained in incorporating ethnically and culturally appropriate perspective in TENA.

-TENA training materials are culturally appropriate (TENA forms implementations and methodology of data collections). TENA training has been conducted with a total of 140 CDSs of the 24 provinces and 1 capital city, it was taken over the members of indicators by PAM.

-Take time because of conducting the survey in the period of commune election. -Take time to analyze TENA data

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Activities, Indicators and Targets, Timeframe and Responsibility

Progress to Date1 Issues and Challenges2

2.5.1. Skills bridging program (SBP) is rolled out in all 5 IP provinces. (Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri, Kratie, Stung Treng and Preah Vihear) DMF2f

SBP will begin at Q1&2 2018. IPP target informed to SBP specialist.

PTCs is still not submit work plan to Department of Training/DGTVET yet

2.5.2. Size of IP population is included as one of the weighted criteria to identify SBP communes or training proposal. DMF2f

Have to include this criterion in the identification process.

Try getting data on size of IP population for all communes, prioritize those with high IP

2.7.1. TVET instructor policies on instructor management and professional development incorporate analysis and measures for IPs and/or IP majority provinces. (Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri)

TVET policy is finalized and on the process of reviewing from the senior management level. Need to dynamic reminding consultant to include

Not yet deployed

2.7.2. 2 out of 10 public TVET institutes for inspection pilot serve IP provinces, at least 1 of which is in an IP majority province. (Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri)

Will ensure/remind consultants of this target.

Not yet deployed

Output 3: Increased Involvement of Employers in TVET Delivery

3.1.2. Industry Liaison Units trained to implement and monitor new internship program: -100% of ILUs in PTCs and RTCs serving IP provinces develop networks with ILUs in provinces with large enterprises and a large business community

3 Consultative Workshops to Review Scope of Internship Programs Offered in Public TVET Institutions and Capacity Assessment of Industry Liaison Units”. Total participants were 159. 5 IP PTCs are joined. Draft internship guidelines

Training will start Q3, 2017 Will complete Q2, 2020

3.2.1.Establish sector skills councils (SSCs): 4 SSC established and formalized through Memoranda of Agreement: -100% of SSC members attend a workshop with one session on IP needs and support requirements for skill development and employment.

Preparation and issuance of Prakas to provide legal basis for establishment for SSCs including TOR of each member; Action Plan also ready agreed among DGTVET/DSC, NPIC and PPI in Q4 2016.

Seeking ways to establish the permanent body of SSC, the activity is not started yet!

3.2.2. Operating procedures and monitoring and evaluation framework for SSC established: -Operating procedures and M&E framework for SSCs include social inclusion metrics (including ethnic minorities and IPs). (Ratanakiri,

Preparation and issuance of Prakas to provide legal basis for establishment for SSCs including TOR of each member; Action Plan also agreed among DGTVET/DSC, NPIC and PPI in Q4 2016.ready

Seeking ways to establish the permanent body of SSC

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Activities, Indicators and Targets, Timeframe and Responsibility

Progress to Date1 Issues and Challenges2

Mondulkiri, Preah Vihear, Stung Treng and Kratie)

3.2.3. VSC and CQF Levels 2–4 training programs piloted: -15 of 150 participants in pilot of CQF level 1-2 courses in Basic Manufacturing Processes under the Center of Excellence in manufacturing are IPs and other ethnic minorities. (Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri, Kratie, Preah Vihear, and Stung Treng)

Not start yet - Decision on generic CBT package for manufacturing takes time; - NPIC as COE not finalized yet; - International Learning Resource Materials Development Specialist resigned.

3.3.4.Soft skills training module developed to be incorporated into curricula for CQF Levels 1–4: - Soft skills training program are ethnically sensitive and culturally appropriate, and include a module on working in ethnically diverse and inclusive workplace

Employability skills module grade 8 and 9 were developed and submitted for approval

Output 4: Project management and support services

4.1 Strengthen RTCs and PTCs to offer CQF levels 2 and above courses

4.1.2. 26 PTCs deliver 286 courses: - At least 50% of PTC and RTCs serving the 5 IP provinces develop ITMD strategies: (Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri, Kratie, Stung Treng and Preah Vihear)

5 RTCs, 13PTCs and 4 VTCs planned to run certificate courses for year 2016-2017 after getting trained on business plan & start-up costs. - Approved with 14 business plans and prepared budget for 14 public TVET institutions. All documents is at Project finance (EA).

Will start (2018/Q2)

4.2.1. Start-up costs for RTCs and PTCs to offer Levels 2–4 courses financed: - At least 50% of the PTCs and RTCs serving the 5 IP provinces receive operational grants for CQF 2-4.

Start-up cost training in November 2016 (two groups) for RTCs and PTCs presenting CQF2-4 courses in priority areas. Trainings on Business planning and Start-up cost were conducted for 5 RTCs and PTCs

Cluster Coordinators not yet mobilized

4.3. Improve information management systems 4.3.1. TVETMIS expanded to include competency unit databases (courses), records of enrollment, achievement, institutional inventories, and assessor register. LMIS expanded to include achievement of skills areas among the

Further revision of Short Course and Long Course modules based on feedback from TVETMIS office and feedback collected during training workshop. Preparation of the system for data entry of academic year 2017-2018 is ongoing.

There is still discrepancies in data input into TVETMIS system and report from Department of Training

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Activities, Indicators and Targets, Timeframe and Responsibility

Progress to Date1 Issues and Challenges2

workforce for greater match between demand and supply: - Skills survey, tracer surveys, and TVET MIS modules on students and teachers have questions on ethnicity, cultural patterns and values.

4.3.4. 100 DGTVET staff, NEA, and staff of Public TVET Institutions, together with RTCs and PTCs, receive training on TVETMIS and LMIS: - Directors and staff from 100% of PTCs and RTCs serving IP provinces trained on integrated TVET MIS and Labor MIS

- TVETMIS training workshop was conducted to all public TVET institutions and 10 NGO/private TVET institutions covering all IPs serving provinces.

Project Implementation

DGTVET, NEA and DLMI staff trained in issues of social inclusion (including inclusion of IPs and ethnic minority cultural patterns and values). (Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri, Kratie, Preah Vihear, and Stung Treng)

NEA and DLMI staff trained in issues of social inclusion of IPs and ethnic minority

Semi-annual IPP progress reports submitted to PCU

IP information will be updated in Semi-annual reports January-July 2018. IPP-semi-annual 2018 prepared in annex

Ethnic indicator used in baseline and end line surveys/studies

- IP indicator will update in end line study

Mid-term review includes IP review and adjustments

- Includes IP review and adjustments

Role of Office of Special Training and Gender under Department of Training communicated to IPs through targeted communications

- Advisory, cooperating, coordinating and reporting to regarding the IPP issues

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Appendix 4

CAPACITY BUILDING TRACKING MATRIX

TABLE 1: TRAINING/WORKSHOPS/CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS/STUDY TOURS

(Quarter 4 - 2017)

No. Topic/Theme

/Subject

Related

Output/Progr

am

Key Objectives Date Location

(the site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

1 Awareness

Workshop on

Stipend

Implementati

on

Internship/

Stipend

The training workshop on the

stipend guideline

implementation is to build the

capacity key officials as well

as the management within

their respective PTCs, RTCs,

and DGTVET who are

responsible for the processing

and evaluation of

applications, disbursements of

stipends, monitoring of

beneficiaries, and other

related activities.

8/11/20

17

RTC-

Battamba

ng

Local 15 18 33 55 0 0 RTC

28%,PPI=25%

ITI= 13%,

NIB=13%,

DGTVET=20%,

TVETSDP=6%

2 Awareness

Workshop on

Stipend

Implementati

on

Internship/St

ipend

The training workshop on the

stipend guideline

implementation is to build the

capacity key officials as well

as the management within

their respective PTCs, RTCs,

and DGTVET who are

responsible for the processing

and evaluation of

applications, disbursements of

stipends, monitoring of

beneficiaries, and other

related activities.

13/11/2

017

NTTI Local 24 8 32 25 0 0 RTC=18%;

PTC=32%;

Institutes in

Phnom

Penh=12%,

Institutes in

provinces=10%,

DGTVET=19%,

TVETSDP=9%

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No. Topic/Theme

/Subject

Related

Output/Progr

am

Key Objectives Date Location

(the site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

3 Awareness

Workshop on

Stipend

Implementati

on

Internship/St

ipend

The training workshop on the

stipend guideline

implementation is to build the

capacity key officials as well

as the management within

their respective PTCs, RTCs,

and DGTVET who are

responsible for the processing

and evaluation of

applications, disbursements of

stipends, monitoring of

beneficiaries, and other

related activities.

20/11/2

017

RTC-

Svay

Rieng

Local 25 16 41 39 0 0 RTC=15%;

PTC=30%;

Institutes in

Phnom

Penh=14%,

Institutes in

provinces=8%,

DGTVET=23%,

TVETSDP=11%

4 Voucher

Skills

Training

Program

Guideline

implementati

on

VSTP VSTP guideline

implementation training

workshop is to build the

capacity of RTC/PTC

directors and RTC/PTC

financial officers to get aware

of VSTP implementation and

fund flow, this session was

organized only VSTP phase 1

from 10 provinces with a total

of 15 RTC/PTC included 1

non-state provider selected

and understanding of VSTP

implementation by years and

by training modalities and

able to process VSTP phase 1

in their respective RTC/PTC.

11/23/2

017

Sokha

Hotel

Phnom

Penh

Local 31 10 41 24 0 0 Battambang 12%,

Siem Reap 12%,

Svay Reang 6%,

Rattanakiri 6%,

Modulkiri 6%,

Takeo 6%,

Kampong Thom

12%, Pursat 12%,

Kampot 12%, Koh

Kong 6%,

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No. Topic/Theme

/Subject

Related

Output/Progr

am

Key Objectives Date Location

(the site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

5 Teacher

Training and

CBT/QF

Teacher

Training

(CBT/QF)

This Phase 1 of training

program is the first stage in a

series of training courses in

competency-based training

and assessment (CBT&A)

covering the following main

topics: 1. Interpret

components of skills

standards, gain knowledge on

how skill standards are

developed and how

competency based curricula

are developed from skills

standards. 2. Analyze

components of skills

standards as a basis for

developing Module of

Instructions and prepare

Session Plans. 3. Plan

competency based training

sessions. 4. Develop

competency-based learning

materials

21-

24/11/2

017

RTC-

Svay

Rieng

Local 33 6 39 15 0 0 4 ITSB 3 RPITST

NTTI 4 NPIC 4

PPI 4 ITI NIB

RPITSK

RPITSSVR 3

RPITSR 3 CIEDI 8

DGTVET 2

TVETSDP

6 Teacher

Training and

CBT/QF

Teacher

Training

(CBT/QF)

This Phase 1 of training

program is the first stage in a

series of training courses in

competency-based training

and assessment (CBT&A)

covering the following main

topics: 1. Interpret

components of skills

standards, gain knowledge on

how skill standards are

developed and how

competency based curricula

are developed from skills

standards. 2. Analyze

18-

22/12/2

017

CIEDI/Ph

nom Penh

Local 28 9 37 24 0 0 TC=19%;

PTC=30%;

Institutes in Phnom

Penh=10%,

Institutes in

provinces=14%,

DGTVET=22%,

TVETSDP=9%

7 Teacher

Training

(CBT/QF)

18-

22/12/2

017

Kampong

Cham-

PTC

Local 26 7 33 21 0 0 4 ITSB 3 RPITST

NTTI 4 NPIC 4

PPI 4 ITI NIB

RPITSK

RPITSSVR 3

RPITSR 3 CIEDI 8

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No. Topic/Theme

/Subject

Related

Output/Progr

am

Key Objectives Date Location

(the site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

components of skills

standards as a basis for

developing Module of

Instructions and prepare

Session Plans. 3. Plan

competency based training

sessions. 4. Develop

competency-based learning

materials

DGTVET 2

TVETSDP

8 Teacher

Training

(CBT/QF)

25-

29/12/2

017

Siem

Reap-

RTC

Local 30 5 35 14 0 0 TT = 10.7%

PPI = 7.1%

ITI = 17.9%

NPIC = 10.7%

CTSDC = 10.7%

CIEDI = 3.6%

JVC = 3.6%

RTC = 21.4%

PTC = 3.6%

CEFP = 7.1%

CNS = 3.6%

9 Teacher

Training

(CBT/QF)

25-

29/12/2

017

Pailin-

PTC

Local 30 5 35 14 0 0 NTTI = 10.7%

PPI = 7.1%

ITI = 17.9%

NPIC = 10.7%

CTSDC = 10.7%

CIEDI = 3.6%

JVC = 3.6%

RTC = 21.4%

PTC = 3.6%

CEFP = 7.1%

CNS = 3.6%

GRAND

TOTAL

242 84 326 26 0 0

77

Type Number %

Gender/IPP Number %

Foreign 0 0

Female 84 26

Local 9 100

Male 242 74

Total 9 100

Total 326 100 IPP 0 0.0

By Outputs/ Programs Number of

Training

Programs

%f Training Programs by Topics

1. Internship/Stipend 3 33

2. Skills Bridging 0 0

3. VSTP 1 11

4. Start-up Costs 0 0

5. Gender/IPP 0 0

6. RPL/RCC 0 0

7. Teacher Training and

CBT/QF

5 56

8. VSC 0 0

9. QA/M&E 0 0

10.

Governance&Management

0 0

11. Cross-cutting 0 0

12. SSC/COE 0 0

Total 9 100

In Quarter 4 2017, 9 workshops/training programs have been conducted with 326 participants (26% female) and 0% IPP.

78

TABLE 2: TRAINING/WORKSHOPS/CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS/STUDY TOURS (CUMULATIVE TILL 2017)

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

1 Consultative

Workshop to Review

Scope of Internship

Programs - Offered

in Public TVET

Institutions and

Capacity Assessment

of Industry Liaison

Units”

Internship/

Stipend

To conduct consultative

sessions with ILU staff to

make inquiries about their

current practices in

managing the internship

program of their respective

institution

04 -08

July

2016

Kratie Local 31 4 35 11 0 0 RTCs = 41%

NTTI= 5.7%,

NPIC= 5.7%,

PPI= 5.7%,

ITI= 5.7%,

NIB= 5.7%,

CIEDI= 2.9%,

DGTVET= 22.6%,

TVETSDP= 5.7%,

2 Validation of

Framework,

Guidelines and

Implementation

Documents for the

Revised Internship

Program”

Internship/

Stipend

To engage participants in

validating the draft

framework and

implementation guidelines

for the revised internship

program including

implementation documents

necessary in making the

existing internship program

more organized and

systematic

08 – 12

August

2016

Siem

Riep

Local 56 11 67 16 0 0 DGTVET = 19.1%

RTCs = 47.9%

NIBPP = 3%

ITI = 6%

PPI = 4.5%

NIB = 3%

NPIC = 6%

NTTI = 3%

JVC = 4.5%

TVETSDP = 3%

3 Internship

“Consultation

Workshop with

Employers on the

Revised program”

Internship/Stipend To conduct consultation

with major stakeholders on

the implementation of the

revised internship program.

01 – 02

Sept

2016

Siem

Riep

Local 47 10 57 18 0 0 JVC = 4%

TGT = 2%

DGTVET = 19%

ITI = 4%

CK = 2%

CIEDI = 4%

JICA = 4%

CTSDC = 2%

PPI = 7%

Metro G.C = 2%

CJBC = 4%

NTTI = 4%

CISDC = 4%

III = 2%

RMA = 2%

79

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

NPIC = 2%

BIME2G = 4%

CMC = 4%

Others = 10%

4 Orientation

Workshop - Skills

Bridging Program

Skills Bridging For state and non-state

providers need a good

understanding before

implementing within their

institutes, to understand the

SBP implementation

15-

Sep-

16

BIT Local 33 6 39 15 0 0 DGTVET = 24%

RTCs = 20%

TVETSDP = 22%

NPIC = 3%

PPI = 5%

NTTI = 3%

BIT = 3%

NVIB = 3%

CKMP = 5%

INK = 3%

PSE = 5%

KMSC = 4%

5 Training CDS on

TENA survey (VSTP)

VSTP Training and Employment

Needs Assessment (TENA)

is a process of gathering

information about training

needs, making sure skills

training which will be

offered

18 –

20

July

2016

SHV Local 30 13 43 30 0 0 BIT = 9%

PTCs = 68%

RTCs = 7%

TVETSDP = 9%

DGTVET = 7%

6 Training CDS on

TENA survey (VSTP)

VSTP

Training and Employment

Needs Assessment (TENA)

is a process of gathering

information about training

needs, making sure skills

training which will be

offered

26 –

28

July

2016

SHV Local 36 5 41 12 0 0 DGTVET = 7%

TVETSDP = 10%

PTCs = 35%

BN School = 12%

PIP = 7%

KIP = 3%

RTCs = 17%

CDPS = 6%

LMI = 3%

7 Training CDS on

TENA survey (VSTP)

VSTP Training and Employment

Needs Assessment (TENA)

is a process of gathering

information about training

needs, making sure skills

23 –

25

Augus

t 2016

NTTI Local 26 5 31 16 0 0 CDS = 68% PCU = 16% FU = 6% DGTVET = 10%

80

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

training which will be

offered

8 Business plan and

start-up costs

Start-up Costs To train RTC and PTC

directors and administrators

on how to develop business

plan and apply for start-up

funding

10 -11

Nove

mber

2016

Kampo

ng

Cham

PTC

Local 26 4 30 13 0 0 TVETSDP =20%

RTCs = 20%

PTCs =60%

9 Business plan and

start-up costs

Start-up Costs To train RTC and PTC

directors and administrators

on how to develop business

plan and apply for start-up

funding

24 -25

Nove

mber

2016

Siem

Riep

RTC

Local 20 9 29 31 0 0 TVETSDP= 13.8%

DGTVET=10.3%

CEFP=13.8%

CNS=6.9%

RTC=13.8%

BIT=6.9%

NVIB=6.9%

PTC=27.6%

10 TVETSDP

Orientation

Workshop

Start-up Costs Orientate the DGTVET

Management and

Stakeholders understand and

aware of TVETSDP

activities and plan

8-

Nov-

16

Phnom

Penh

Hotel

Local 66 16 82 20 0 0 MLVT = 5%

DGTVET = 12%

TVETSDP = 25%

NTTI = 1%

NIB = 1%

CIED = 1%

ADB = 1%

CPU = 5%

RTC = 7%

PTC = 28%

PPI = 1%

CEFP = 1%

ITI = 1%

CTSDI = 1%

NVIB = 1%

BIT = 1%

DPS = 4%

JVC = 1%

PIP = 1%

DIM = 1%

DSC = 1%

81

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

11 TVETSDP

Orientation

Workshop

Start-up Costs Orientate the DGTVET

Management and

Stakeholders understand and

aware of TVETSDP

activities and plan

22-

Nov-

17

Siem

Riep

Local 64 14 78 18 0 0 MLVT = 5%

DGTVET = 12%

TVETSDP = 25%

NTTI = 1%

NIB = 1%

CIED = 1%

ADB = 1%

CPU = 5%

RTC = 7%

PTC = 28%

PPI = 1%

CEFP = 1%

ITI = 1%

CTSDI = 1%

NVIB = 1%

BIT = 1%

DPS = 4%

JVC = 1%

PIP = 1%

DIM = 1%

DSC = 1%

12 Orientation on Gender

Action Plan and

Indigenous People Plan

Workshop Report

Gender/IPP To explain Gender Action

Plan (GAP) and the

Indigenous Peoples Plan

(IPP) of TVETSDP

17 -18

Nov

2016

Kratie Local 26 25 51 49 4 8 DGTVET 5 (9.8%)

-GFP 29 (56.8%)

PCU 2 (4%) -

Counterparts 3

(5.5%)

GFPs-6 dep. 12

(24%)

13 Orientation on Gender

Action Plan and

Indigenous People Plan

Workshop Report

Gender/IPP To explain Gender Action

Plan (GAP) and the

Indigenous Peoples Plan

(IPP) of TVETSDP

03 -04

Nov

2016

Phnom

Penh

Local 44 14 58 24 6 10 MLVT = 3%

TVETSDP = 7%

PCU = 5%

Institute = 14%

Department = 16%

RTC = 9%

PTC = 34%

Others = 10%

14 Orientation on

Gender Action Plan

and Indigenous

People Plan

Workshop Report

Gender/IPP To explain Gender Action

Plan (GAP) and the

Indigenous Peoples Plan

(IPP) of TVETSDP

29 - 30

Nov

2016

SHV Local 31 21 52 40 4 8 DGTVET 1 (2%)

GFPs-Dep. 7

(13.46%)

GFPs 39 (75%)

PCU 2 (3.8%)

82

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

Counterparts 3

(5.7%)

15 Consultative

Workshop on

Recognition of Prior

Learning &

Recognition of

Current

Competencies

Assessment and

Certification Policies

RPL/RCC Aims to conduct

consultative sessions with

DG-TVET and

Management of public

TVET institutions and

stakeholders

11-

Oct-

16

NTTI Local 46 9 55 16 0 0 DGTVET=37.3%,

TVETSDP= 16.1%,

MPWT= 2%,

ITI= 3.9%,

IAI= 2%,

PSE= 2%,

MIH= 3.9%,

NPIC= 2%,

QA= 5.9%,

MOT= 2%,

MOH= 2%,

ADB= 2%,

Others= 20.9%,

16 Validation Workshop

on Recognition of

Prior Learning &

Recognition of

Current

Competencies

Assessment &

Certification Policies

RPL/RCC Review of existing edited

RPL/RCC assessment &

certification policies

leading to validation and

onward submission to the

NTB sub-committee

1-

Dec-

16

NTTI Local 37 7 44 16 0 0 DGTVET= 43.2%,

TVETSDP= 11.4%,

MPWT= 2.3%,

ITI= 4.5%,

IAI= 2.3%,

PSE= 2.3%,

MIH= 2.5%,

NPIC= 2.3%,

QA= 6.8%,

MOT= 2.3%,

MOH= 2.3%,

ADB= 2.3%,

Others= 15.5%,

17 Consultative

workshop to develop

a proposed

Cambodian TVET

Trainer Qualification

Framework

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

Aims to conduct

consultative sessions with

DG-TVET and

Management of public

TVET institutions:

31

Aug.,

2016

Battam

bang

RTC

Local 67 11 78 14 0 0 4 RPITSB 3

RPITST NTTI 4

NPIC 4 PPI 4 ITI

NIB RPITSK

RPITSSVR 3

RPITSR 3 CIEDI 8

DGTVET 2

TVETSDP

83

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

18 Phase 1-TVET

Teacher Training in

CBT Methodology at

NTTI

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

This Phase 1 of training

program is the first stage in

a series of training courses

with the aim to identify and

select a “core group”

Master Trainers who will

be competent to train other

TVET Teachers

Sept

5-9

2016

NTTI Local 28 0 28 0 0 0 NTTI= 14.3%,

PPI= 17.9%,

ITI= 17.9%,

NPIC= 10.7%,

CTSDC= 21.4%,

CIEDI= 10.7%,

JVC= 7.1%,

19 Phase 1-TVET

Teacher Training in

CBT Methodology at

RPITSSR

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

This Phase 1 of training

program is the first stage in

a series of training courses

with the aim to identify and

select a “core group”

Master Trainers who will

be competent to train other

TVET Teachers

Sept

12-16

2016

RPITS

SR

Local 21 8 29 28 0 0 RTC = 34.5% CEFP

= 17.2% CNS =

6.9%

PTCs = 41.4%

20 Phase 2-TVET

Teacher Training in

CBT Methodology at

RPITSK

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

This Training program,

Phase 2 is the second stage

in the selection of Master

Trainers to undergo the 3rd

and final stage of selection.

Selected Master Trainers

will then be able to train

other TVET

Teachers/Instructors

Sept

26-29,

2016

RPITS

K

Local 26 2 28 7 0 0 NTTI = 10.7%

PPI = 7.1%

ITI = 17.9%

NPIC = 10.7%

CTSDC = 10.7%

CIEDI = 3.6%

JVC = 3.6%

RTC = 21.4%

PTC = 3.6%

CEFP = 7.1%

CNS = 3.6%

21 Phase 1-TVET

Teacher Training in

CBT Methodology at

BIT

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

This Phase 1 of training

program is the first stage in

a series of training courses

with the aim to identify and

select a “core group”

Master Trainers who will

be competent to train other

TVET Teachers

Dec

12-16,

2016

BIT Local 31 1 32 3 0 0 RTC = 9.4%

PTC = 40.5% 14

BIT= 43.8%, 2

NVIB= 6.3%,

84

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

22 Phase 1-TVET

Teacher Training in

CBT Methodology at

RPITSSVR

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

This Phase 1 of training

program is the first stage in

a series of training courses

with the aim to identify and

select a “core group”

Master Trainers who will

be competent to train other

TVET Teachers

Januar

y 9-

13,

2017

RPITS

SVR

Local 26 2 28 7 0 0 RTC = 82.1%

PT = 10.8 %

PIP = 7.1 %

23 Synopsis of

Workshop on

Quality Assurance

and Monitoring

Process of TVET in

Cambodia

QA/M&E To train QA officers which

under new QA department

and TVET Institutions at

the operational level so that

they are able to oversee the

self-assessment of their

institutions in terms of the

agreed quality indicators

14 -

16

Sept,

2016

Takeo Local 25 5 30 17 0 0 QA Dept = 20%

RTCs = 16.6%

PTCs = 40%

PCU = 10%

24 Synopsis of

Workshop on

Quality Assurance

and Monitoring

Process of TVET in

Cambodia

QA/M&E To train QA officers

which under new QA

department and TVET

Institutions at the

operational level so that

they are able to oversee

the self-assessment of

their institutions in terms

of the agreed quality

indicators

2 - 4

Nov

2016

Kampot

RTC

Local 31 6 37 16 0 0 QA Dept = 30%

RTCs = 13%

PTCs = 24%

PCU = 10%

25 Synopsis of

Workshop on

Quality Assurance

and Monitoring

Process of TVET in

Cambodia

QA/M&E To train QA officers

which under new QA

department and TVET

Institutions at the

operational level so that

they are able to oversee

the self-assessment of

their institutions in terms

of the agreed quality

indicators

14 -

16

Sept

2016

Takeo

RTC

Local 25 5 30 17 0 0 The QA officers

of QA Dept and

Takeo RTC

Cluster

85

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

26 Synopsis of

Workshop on

Quality Assurance

and Monitoring

Process of TVET in

Cambodia

QA/M&E To train QA officers

which under new QA

department and TVET

Institutions at the

operational level so that

they are able to oversee

the self-assessment of

their institutions in terms

of the agreed quality

indicators

20 -

22

Dece

mber

2016

Battam

bang

RTC

Local 23 12 35 34 0 0 QA Dept=17%

RTCs = 14 %

PTCs = 64 %

PCU = 13 %

27 Synopsis of

Workshop on

Development of CS

first draft (VSC/CBT

Package)

VSC Development CS 1st draft 2 - 3

Jan.

2017

RTC

Takeo

Local 29 3 32 9% 0 0 RTC Takeo

28%,PPI=25%

ITI= 13%,

NIB=13%,

DGTVET=20%,

TVETSDP=6%

28 Synopsis of

Workshop on

Development of CS

second draft

(VSC/CBT Package)

VSC Development CS 2nd

draft

25-27

Jan

2017

RTC

Kampot

Local 37 3 40 8% 0 0 RTC K. pot 30%,

NPIC= 8%,

PPI=20%

ITI= 10%,

NIB=10%,

DGTVET=14%,

TVETSDP=5%

29 Synopsis of validation

Workshop on

Competency

Standards (CS) by

Industry Expert

workers and others

stakeholders

(VSC/CBT Package)

VSC Validation Ws of CS

Input the view of Expert

workers and other

stakeholders

March

10/20

17

Hotel

Phnom

Penh

Local 49 9 58 16% 0 0 Expert workers

40%,

PPI=14% ,

NPIC= 3%

ITI= 7%,

NIB=7%,

DGTVET=21%,

TVETSDP=9%

30 Synopsis of

Workshop on

Development of CBC

first draft (VSC/CBT

Package)

VSC Development CBC 1st

draft

16-17

March

2017

Institute

Sihanouk

vill

Local 38 4 42 10% 0 0 PTC S.ville 31%,

NPIC= 7%,

PPI=19%

ITI= 10%,

NIB=10%,

DGTVET=19%,

TVETSDP=5%

86

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

31 Synopsis of

Workshop on

Development of CBC

second draft

(VSC/CBT Package)

VSC Development CBC 2nd

draft

30 -31

March

2017

RTC

Takeo

Local 40 1 41 2% 0 0 RTC Takeo 29%,

NPIC= 7%

PPI=20%

ITI= 10%,

NIB=10%,

DGTVET=20%,

TVETSDP=5%

32 Phase 1-TVET

Teacher Training in

CBT Methodology at

NTTI

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

This Phase 1 of training

program is the first stage in a

series of training courses on

CBT Methodology

March

20-24,

2017

NTTI Local 39 7 46 15 0 0 NTTI=100%

(count only

trainees)

33 Phase 1-TVET

Teacher Training in

CBT Methodology at

ITI

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

This Phase 1 of training

program is the first stage in a

series of training courses on

CBT Methodology

March

27-31,

2017

ITI Local 15 2 17 12 4 24 ITI=41.2%,

Kgspeu 23.5%,

CTSDI=11.8%,

Ratanakiti PTC

=23.5%

34 Phase 1-TVET

Teacher Training in

CBT Methodology at

Ratanakiri PTC

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

This Phase 1 of training

program is the first stage in a

series of training courses on

CBT Methodology

March

27-31,

2017

Ratana

kiri

PTC

Local 15 4 19 21 13 68 Ratanakiri

PTC=47.3%,

Svay Rieng

RTC =10.5%,

Modulkiri PTC

=10.5%,

Kgcham PTC

=10.5%,

Tbong Khmum

=5.3%,

Kratie PTC=5.3%,

PV TPC=5.3%,

Stung Treng PTC

=5.3%

35 Phase 1 TVET

Teacher Training in

CBT Methodology

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

This Phase 1 of training

program is the first stage in

a series of training courses

with the aim to identify

and select a “core group”

Master Trainers who will

be competent to train other

TVET Teachers

8 – 14

Januar

y

2017

Svay

Rieng

Local 33 3 36 8 0 0

87

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

36 Orientation

workshop on regional

cluster system

Governance&Managem

ent

Establishment of Cluster

Coordinating Committee

and Cluster Coordination

Unit

30

March

, 2017

RTC

Kampot

Local 38 6 44 14% 5 11% RTCs = 11%,

PTCs and other

public TVET

institutions 57%,

DGTVET=

25%%,

TVETSDP= 7%

37 Synopsis of

Workshop on

Quality Assurance

and Monitoring

Process of TVET in

Cambodia

QA/M&E To train QA officers which

under new QA department

and TVET Institutions at

the operational level so that

they are able to oversee the

self-assessment of their

institutions in terms of the

agreed quality indicators

18 -

20

Jan.

2017

Svay

Rieng

RTC

Local 31 7 38 18 0 0 The QA officers

of QA Dept and

Svay Rieng

Cluster

38 Synopsis of

Workshop on

Quality Assurance

and Monitoring

Process of TVET in

Cambodia

QA/M&E To train QA officers which

under new QA department

and TVET Institutions at

the operational level so that

they are able to oversee the

self-assessment of their

institutions in terms of the

agreed quality indicators

24 -

26

Jan.

2017

Siem

Reap

RTC

Local 35 11 46 24 0 0 The QA officers

of QA Dept and

Siem Reap RTC

Cluster

39 Social safeguards for

Project development

(involuntary

resettlement, IPP but

not IPP beneficiaries

from outpu1-4,

Cambodia Laws and

regilations regarding

project development.

Case study of Road

systems/networks

Cross cutting Capacity building to

TVETSDP involed staff

of engineers for social

safeguards in Project

development

4/27/2

017

GDTV

ET

Local 6 0 6 0 0 0 RTC Takeo 28%,

PPI=25%

ITI= 13%,

NIB=13%,

DGTVET=20%,

TVETSDP=6%

88

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

40 Consultation

Workshop on ITMD

Governance &

Management

Introduce to the

participants the concept

and mechanism of ITMD

as part of capacity

building for all RTCs and

PTCs to engage in income

generating activities.

5/17/2

017

Cambo

dina

Hotel

Local 49 8 57 14 4 7 RTC=18%;

PTC=32%;

Instiutes in

Phnom

Penh=12%,

Institutes in

provinces=10%,

DGTVET=19%,

TVETSDP=9%

41 Planning Workshop

on the Establishment

of Sector Skills

Councils and Centers

of Excellence

SSC/COE Familiarize the

participants with the

concept and objectives of

SSCs and COEs and their

relationships and provide

guidance to each COE in

preparing their respective

operational plans and

budgets over the project

implementation period

5/19/2

017

Cambo

dina

Hotel

Local 29 6 35 17 0 0 4 CoEs=46%;

Private Sector

(CAMFEBA)=3

%;

DGTVET=25%;

TVETSDP=25%

42 TVET Teacher

Training Phase 1

Competency Based

Training (CBT)

methodology

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

Phase 1- of the TVET

Teacher Training program

aim to train TVET

Teachers in Competency

based Training

Methodology. Training

contents includes

introduction to CBT

System, interpret and

analyze components of

competency standards

(CS), competency based

curriculum (CBC),

developing session plans

and competency based

training delivery

(CBLM).

19-23

June

2017

Battam

bang

RTC

Local 29 6 35 17 0 0 NTT = 10.7%

PPI = 7.1%

ITI = 17.9%

NPIC = 10.7%

CTSDC = 10.7%

CIEDI = 3.6%

JVC = 3.6%

RTC = 21.4%

PTC = 3.6%

CEFP = 7.1%

CNS = 3.6%

89

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

43 TVET Teacher

Training Phase 1

Competency Based

Training (CBT)

methodology

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

Phase 1- of the TVET

Teacher Training program

aim to train TVET

Teachers in Competency

based Training

Methodology. Training

contents includes

introduction to CBT

System, interpret and

analyze components of

competency standards

(CS), competency based

curriculum (CBC),

developing session plans

and competency based

training delivery

(CBLM).

26-30

June

2017

Pursat

PTC

Local 39 5 44 11 0 0 ITI=41.2%,

Kgspeu 23.5%,

CTSDI=11.8%,

Ratanakiti PTC

=23.5%

44 TVET Teacher

Training Phase 1

Competency Based

Training (CBT)

methodology

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

Phase 1- of the TVET

Teacher Training program

aim to train TVET

Teachers in Competency

based Training

Methodology. Training

contents includes

introduction to CBT

System, interpret and

analyze components of

competency standards

(CS), competency based

curriculum (CBC),

developing session plans

and competency based

training delivery

(CBLM).

26-30

June

2017

Bonteay

Meanch

eyPTC

Local 34 6 40 15 0 0

90

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

45 TVET Teacher

Training Phase 1

Competency Based

Training (CBT)

methodology

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

Phase 1- of the TVET

Teacher Training program

aim to train TVET Teachers

in Competency based

Training Methodology.

Training contents includes

introduction to CBT

System, interpret and

analyze components of

competency standards (CS),

competency based

curriculum (CBC),

developing session plans

and competency based

training delivery (CBLM).

10-14-

July

2017

Prey

Veng

PTC

Local 30 9 39 23 0 0 TT = 10.7%

PPI = 7.1%

ITI = 17.9%

NPIC = 10.7%

CTSDC = 10.7%

CIEDI = 3.6%

JVC = 3.6%

RTC = 21.4%

PTC = 3.6%

CEFP = 7.1%

CNS = 3.6%

46 TVET Teacher

Training Phase 1

Competency Based

Training (CBT)

methodology

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

Phase 1- of the TVET

Teacher Training program

aim to train TVET Teachers

in Competency based

Training Methodology.

Training contents includes

introduction to CBT

System, interpret and

analyze components of

competency standards (CS),

competency based

curriculum (CBC),

developing session plans

and competency based

training delivery (CBLM).

10-14-

July

2017

Svay

Rieng

RTC

Local 36 3 39 8 0 0 4 ITSB 3

RPITST NTTI 4

NPIC 4 PPI 4

ITI NIB

RPITSK

RPITSSVR 3

RPITSR 3

CIEDI 8

DGTVET 2

TVETSDP

47 Quality Assurance

System for TVET

QA/M&E Workshop to dicusss the

finalized IQA Manual

19

July

2017

Battam

bang

Local 90 13 103 13 0 0 QA Dept=17%

RTCs = 14 %

PTCs = 64 % PCU

= 13 %

91

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

48 Voucher Skills

Training Program

Guideline

implementation

VSTP VSTP guideline

implementation training

workshop is to build the

capacity of RTC/PTC

directors and RTC/PTC

financial officers to get

aware of VSTP

implementation and fund

flow, this session was

organized only VSTP

phase 1 from 10 provinces

with a total of 15

RTC/PTC included 1 non-

state provider selected

and understanding of

VSTP implementation by

years and by training

modalities and able to

process VSTP phase 1 in

their respective

RTC/PTC.

11/23/

2017

Sokha

Hotel

Phnom

Penh

Local 31 10 41 24 0 0 Battambang 12%,

Siem Reap 12%,

Svay Reang 6%,

Rattanakiri 6%,

Modulkiri 6%,

Takeo 6%,

Kampong Thom

12%,

Pursat 12%,

Kampot 12%,

Koh Kong 6%,

92

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

49 Teacher Training

and CBT/QF

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

This Phase 1 of training

program is the first stage in

a series of training courses

in competency-based

training and assessment

(CBT&A) covering the

following main topics: 1.

Interpret components of

skills standards, gain

knowledge on how skill

standards are developed and

how competency based

curricula are developed

from skills standards. 2.

Analyze components of

skills standards as a basis

for developing Module of

Instructions and prepare

Session Plans. 3. Plan

competency based training

sessions. 4. Develop

competency-based learning

materials

21-

24/11/

2017

RTC-

Svay

Rieng

Local 33 6 39 15 0 0 4 ITSB 3

RPITST NTTI 4

NPIC 4 PPI 4

ITI NIB

RPITSK

RPITSSVR 3

RPITSR 3

CIEDI 8

DGTVET 2

TVETSDP

50 Awareness

Workshop on Stipend

Implementation

Internship/Stipend The training workshop on

the stipend guideline

implementation is to build

the capacity key officials as

well as the management

within their respective

PTCs, RTCs, and

DGTVET who are

responsible for the

processing and evaluation

of applications,

disbursements of stipends,

monitoring of beneficiaries,

and other related activities.

8/11/2

017

RTC-

Battam

bang

Local 15 18 33 55 0 0 RTC 28%,

PPI=25%

ITI= 13%,

NIB=13%,

DGTVET=20%,

TVETSDP=6%

93

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

51 Awareness

Workshop on Stipend

Implementation

Internship/Stipend The training workshop on

the stipend guideline

implementation is to build

the capacity key officials as

well as the management

within their respective

PTCs, RTCs, and

DGTVET who are

responsible for the

processing and evaluation

of applications,

disbursements of stipends,

monitoring of beneficiaries,

and other related activities.

13/11/

2017

NTTI Local 24 8 32 25 0 0 RTC=18%;

PTC=32%;

Institutes in

Phnom

Penh=12%,

Institutes in

provinces=10%,

DGTVET=19%,

TVETSDP=9%

52 Awareness

Workshop on Stipend

Implementation

Internship/Stipend The training workshop on

the stipend guideline

implementation is to build

the capacity key officials as

well as the management

within their respective

PTCs, RTCs, and

DGTVET who are

responsible for the

processing and evaluation

of applications,

disbursements of stipends,

monitoring of beneficiaries,

and other related activities.

20/11/

2017

RTC-

Svay

Rieng

Local 25 16 41 39 0 0 RTC=15%;

PTC=30%;

Institutes in

Phnom

Penh=14%,

Institutes in

provinces=8%,

DGTVET=23%,

TVETSDP=11%

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No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

53 Teacher Training

and CBT/QF

Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

This Phase 1 of training

program is the first stage in

a series of training courses

in competency-based

training and assessment

(CBT&A) covering the

following main topics: 1.

Interpret components of

skills standards, gain

knowledge on how skill

standards are developed and

how competency based

curricula are developed

from skills standards. 2.

Analyze components of

skills standards as a basis

for developing Module of

Instructions and prepare

Session Plans. 3. Plan

competency based training

sessions. 4. Develop

competency-based learning

materials

18-

22/12/

2017

CIEDI/

Phnom

Penh

Local 28 9 37 24 0 0 TC=19%;

PTC=30%;

Institutes in

Phnom Penh=10%,

Institutes in

provinces=14%,

DGTVET=22%,

TVETSDP=9%

54 Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

18-

22/12/

2017

Kampo

ng

Cham-

PTC

Local 26 7 33 21 0 0 4 ITSB 3

RPITST NTTI 4

NPIC 4 PPI 4

ITI NIB

RPITSK

RPITSSVR 3

RPITSR 3

CIEDI 8

DGTVET 2

TVETSDP

55 Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

25-

29/12/

2017

Siem

Reap-

RTC

Local 30 5 35 14 0 0 TT = 10.7%

PPI = 7.1%

ITI = 17.9%

NPIC = 10.7%

CTSDC = 10.7%

CIEDI = 3.6%

95

No. Topic/Theme/Subject Related

Output/Program

Key Objectives Date Locatio

n (the

site

and the

city)

Foreign/

Local

Participants Description of

Participants

Male Female Total %

Female

IP % IP

JVC = 3.6%

RTC = 21.4%

PTC = 3.6%

CEFP = 7.1%

CNS = 3.6%

56 Teacher Training

(CBT/QF)

25-

29/12/

2017

Pailin-

PTC

Local 30 5 35 14 0 0 NTTI = 10.7%

PPI = 7.1%

ITI = 17.9%

NPIC = 10.7%

CTSDC = 10.7%

CIEDI = 3.6%

JVC = 3.6%

RTC = 21.4%

PTC = 3.6%

CEFP = 7.1%

CNS = 3.6%

GRAND TOTAL 190

5

425 2330 18 40 1.7

As from the beginning of the project until Quarter 4 2017, 56 workshops/training programs have been conducted with 2330 participants (18% female)

and 1.7% IPP.

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Appendix 5

TVETSDP GOOD GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK

No. Issue Action to Mitigate Risk Responsibility Status

Element 1: Procurement

1.a Corruption and fraud in the procurement process:

Collusion during bidding process

Biased bid evaluation

Suppliers/contractors offering incentives for favorable treatment

The Project will strictly apply the Government’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Procurement Manual (PM) 2012, both of which are in line with ADB guidelines.

Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training (MLVT) with ADB approval

Being complied with ADB guidelines

1.b Procedures and thresholds

The Project will strictly follow SOP/PM and procurement instructions stated under the implementation arrangement paragraph 26 of Report and Recommendation of the President (RRP)

The Project will strengthen in the Project Administration Manual (PAM) to detail project administration procedures, including implementation arrangements, implementation schedule, procurement, disbursement procedures, monitoring and evaluation, reporting requirements, auditing requirements, assurances, key persons involved in the Project, and anticorruption.

MLVT with ADB approval

MLVT with ADB approval

Being complied with

Being complied with PAM

1.c Weak procurement capacity A procurement capacity assessment was undertaken as part of the project preparation technical assistance for preparation of the Project. The assessment found that

MLVT with ADB approval

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No. Issue Action to Mitigate Risk Responsibility Status

DGTVET is experienced in the procurement of goods but less experienced in procuring works, services and consultants, and site management and monitoring of civil works.

Training and mentoring will be provided to strengthen capacity, specifically in the preparation of bid documents for civil works, bid evaluation and preparation of bid evaluation reports for civil works, training of PCU staff and Procurement Review Committees on procurement regulations and ADB Guidelines, preparation of detailed lists and technical specifications of equipment, and selection and contracting of consulting services.

The Project will be monitored, and where necessary, additional measures will be incorporated to improve procurement procedures.

As procurement process is beyond the award of contract, the Project will organize frequent monitoring visits to work sites in order to ensure that the construction works will meet quality standards in line with desired specification.

The Project will recruit a Project Implementation Specialist (international, 24 months) and Procurement Specialist (national, 24 months) to support the procurement process.

Being complied with

Being complied with

Being complied with

Complied with

1.d Inadequate or delayed procurement plans

The Project will prepare a procurement plan as guided by ADB's Procurement Guideline and SOP/PM.

MLVT and ADB

MLVT with ADB approval

Being complied with

Being complied with

98

No. Issue Action to Mitigate Risk Responsibility Status

The Project will prepare an annual Procurement Plan tied to the annual work plan and budget.

1.e Informal payments by contractors, suppliers and consultants

All contractors, suppliers and consultants—firms or individuals, national and international—bidding for contracts under the Project shall sign the Declaration on Ethical Conduct and Fraud and Corruption in the SOP/PM, and be subject to the sanctions specified in the ADB’s Procurement Guidelines.

MLVT with ADB approval Being complied with

1.f Potential project staff-contractor collusion over volumes and build quality

The Project will strengthen project monitoring and introduce technical audit during the midterm review to clarify structures, authorities, and effectiveness of project management.

MLVT with ADB approval To be complied with

Element 2: Financial Management (FM)

2.a Weak internal controls

The Government will strengthen the financial management system and internal audit function of MLVT, and provide capacity development through the extension of the PFM reform program to MLVT.

The Project will apply internal control procedures specified in SOP and Financial Management Manual (FMM), both of which are consistent with ADB guidelines, including in the areas of:

Financial policies and standards;

Elements of internal control;

Financial accounting system, ledgers, journals;

Bank accounts and credit/grant withdrawals;

MLVT and Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF)

Being complied with

99

No. Issue Action to Mitigate Risk Responsibility Status

Project expenditure, payroll, petty cash, advances; and

Financial management reports, audit, counterpart funds withdrawals.

The project will provide an International Public Financial Management Specialist (4months) and National Financial Management Specialists (24 months).

The project will also assist in the design and funding for a modular Financial Management system compliant to the PFMRP and Program Budgeting initiatives.

2.b Cash transactions The Project will ensure that payments to contractors, suppliers and consultants – firms, individuals, national and international – are made by cheque or transfer to bank accounts, and will retain evidence for audit and donor supervision missions.

MLVT Being complied with

2.c Inconsistent allowances paid to Government staff attending training, workshops and study tours

The Project will follow MEF’s Instruction Letter No. 2000 dated 23 April 2007 1F1F

3 on standard daily subsistence and travel allowances.

The Project will establish an Annual Training and Workshop Plan.

The Project will set eligibility rules for attending training, workshops and study tours. Attendees must:

be engaged in work relevant to the training

be competent in the language used

MLVT with ADB approval

MLVT

MLVT

Being complied with, new MEF’s letter No. SD 216, date 22/07/2014

Being complied with

Being complied with

3 Letter No. SD216 dated 22 July is being reviewed by MEF.

100

No. Issue Action to Mitigate Risk Responsibility Status

after return, report on and share their experiences for the benefit of the project

The Project will ensure that training, workshops, study tours and other similar activities:

are in line with project aims and objectives

meet identified needs within the sub component plans

have budget in line with planned expenditure approved by MLVT. Project to seek MLVT prior approval if any significant changes or departures.

The Project will set cost guidelines for selected training/workshop activities:

venue rental with refreshments/meals

sound and projection equipment hire

stationery/hand-outs

project-specific training and workshop materials

simultaneous translators

Photocopying, reproduction, translation.

The Project will define evidence to be submitted by attendees for reimbursement of expenses which may include:

proof of attendance for period claimed with signed statement by the workshop, training or study tour organizer or host;

proof of travel by air-ticket stubs, travel agent’s receipt, airline boarding passes, airport taxes;

receipted hotel bills (for proof of stay);

receipts for incidental traveling expenses;

MLVT with ADB approval

MLVT, MEF with ADB approval.

MLVT, MEF with ADB approval

Being complied with

Being complied with

Being complied with

101

No. Issue Action to Mitigate Risk Responsibility Status

Receipt invoices for venue rental, food and beverage, sound/projection equipment, hire of simultaneous translator, stationery and handouts, use of photocopying facilities.

The Project will reimburse against receipts except where covered by fixed allowances in MEF’s Letter No. 2000.

The Project to retain evidence of payment of attendees’ per diem and allowances.

The Project financial officers

The Project financial officers

Being complied with

Being complied with,- in accordance with new MEF letter No. SD 216, date 22/07/2014.

2.d Delayed or non-existent reconciliation of advances for operating costs and expenses

The Project will reconcile advances of operating expenses of staff or field offices within one week of the end of each month.

The Project to ensure that no further advances are paid until previous advance reconciled and cleared against documentary evidence.

The Project financial officers

The Project financial officers

Being complied with

Being complied with

Element 3: Disclosure

3.a Conflict of interest among project staff

The Project will minimize conflict of interest through disclosing of private and public affiliations or personal interest before becoming involved in any project related transaction such as contract award.

MLVT Being complied with

3.b Enhance transparency through greater public disclosure of project information

The Project will disclose on MLVT's and, or NTB’s website(s), with hard copies available for public inspection if requested, at a minimum:

project name, objectives, original and revised amount, sources of funding, effectiveness date, number of extensions, name and address of MLVT, name of ADB officers in charge, list of Project

MLVT and ADB to agree final list

To be complied with

Project’s webpage has been established.

102

No. Issue Action to Mitigate Risk Responsibility Status

Steering Committee (PSC) members and contact information in the MEF-ADB unit, contact information for ADB office in Cambodia, and contact information and mandate of ADB's Office of Anticorruption and Integrity;

details of project components, percentage completion, data on performance indicators;

annual Work Program and Procurement Plan, identifying contracts to be procured in the next 12 months, nature of each contract, cost estimate, location, method of procurement, means of advertisement, bidding period, location where bidding documents and RFP’s can be inspected, expected date of availability, and cost of bidding documents;

consultant long and short lists;

bidding documents and RFP’s to be available for inspection;

bid closing dates, names of bidders and their bid prices at opening;

list and details of contracts awarded, names of losing bidders and, if their bid prices were lower than the winning bidder, the reason for their rejection;

six month progress reports;

planned and actual disbursements by sub component;

annual financial statements and audit opinion;

other specific reports prepared by the Project

complaints remedies and mechanism;

criteria and procedure for selection of candidates for scholarships; and

http://www.ntb.gov.kh/tvetsdp

103

No. Issue Action to Mitigate Risk Responsibility Status

Code of ethical conduct once signed by all staff.

Element 4: Complaints and Remedies Mechanism

4.a Inadequate complaints and remedies mechanisms

The Project will prepare a remedy mechanism to address complaints, including establishment of a grievance redress mechanism at Project Coordination Unit (PCU), Provincial Training Centers (PTC), and Regional Training Center (RTC) to receive complaints/grievances from communities, contractors, etc.

Procedures regarding procurement complaints are to follow process set out in the Loan Agreement and SOP/PM

MLVT with ADB approval

MLVT and MEF

To be complied with

To be complied with

Element 5: Civil Society Organization and Private Sector Roles

5.a Lack of involvement of CSOs and Private Sector to increase transparency

Each advertisement shall mention that any civil society or private sector representatives or interested persons may attend the bid opening.

MLVT Being complied with (?)

Element 6: Code of Ethical Conduct

6.a Poor enforcement of the Code of Conduct for civil servants

The Project will provide copies of the relevant laws and articles on Code of Conducts for civil servant to all Project staff, including contracted staff. Project will maintain signed declaration of receipt of these documents by all Project staff, including contracted staff.

MLVT Complied with

104

No. Issue Action to Mitigate Risk Responsibility Status

Element 7: Sanctions

7.a Inadequate sanctions for fraudulent and corrupt activity by project staff, contracts, suppliers and consultants.

The Project will identify and apply sanctions available under current law and regulations of Cambodia.

Sanctions for individuals may include transfer of duties, retaining, suspension, dismissal, re-grading, and prosecution under Cambodian Law. Sanctions for firms may include: termination of contract, debarment, blacklisting, and prosecution under Cambodian Law.

MLVT

To be complied with ADB’s guidelines

Element 8: Project Specific Elements

8.a Risk of low quality construction and supervision.

The Project will recruit a national civil works and procurement specialist (48 months) to assist the project staff in preparing and costing a design for civil works package; monitoring procurement connected with civil works; supervising the construction of women’s dormitories and workshops, and renovation of training institutes.

See also 1 f. above.

MLVT and ADB approval Complied with

7.b Risk in abuse in resettlements of affected people over appropriate compensation

The Project to ensure that no rehabilitation or construction of training facilities in MLVT’s training institutes and women’s dormitories will involve involuntary resettlement according to ADB’s Policy on Involuntary Resettlement (1995) and the relevant Government regulations. Ensure that monitoring of the implementation of any Resettlement Plan is done by External Monitor.

MLVT, Inter-Ministerial Resettlement Committee, NGOs, and ADB approval

Being complied with

105

Appendix 6

UPDATED DESIGN AND MONITORING FRAMEWORK (PDMF) - (As of DECEMBER 31 2017)

DESIGN SUMMARY /PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Baseline Value

Performance Target

(Number, disaggregated by gender and

%)

Reporting Quarter

Achievement (Number, disaggregated by gender and %) -

Cumulative since the Project Beginning

% Cumulative Achievement to Baseline (% change to baseline)

% Cumulative Achievement to PAM

Target Remarks

Total Project Target:

2015-2021

A. Outcome Indicators

1. 45% increase (35% for females) in enrolments for Cambodia Qualifications Framework (CQF) levels 2–4 training courses at public TVET institutions from an estimated baseline of 918 (197 females) in school year 2011–2012

918 (197 Female

and 22%)

Academic Year

2011-2012 PAM Data

45% increase (35% female)

2988 (F 657,

22%)

Acad. Year

Enrollment

2015-2016

1976 (F 420, 21%)

2016-2017

2988 (F 657, 22%)

2017-2018

Source: TVET MIS

% over baseline as at Sept 30

2017 225% (F =

234%)

Already stated in achievement over

baseline

Spread across 19 TVETs. Data for

2017-18 will be available by Qrt 2

2018.

2016-17 final figure has to be verified

again by EMIS (discrepancies in

data)

2. Female enrolments in non-traditional skills areas increases from less than 2% to 12% at public TVET institutions

590 (32 Female and 5%)

PAM Data

12% increase over the baseline

1883 (F 91, 4.8%) Acad. Year

Enrollment

2015-2016

1241 (F=52, 4%)

2016-2017

1883 (F 91, 4.8%)

2017-2018

Source: TVET MIS

% over baseline as at Sept 30

2017: 219% (F =

184%)

Already stated in achievement over

baseline

Spread across 19 TVETs. Data for

2017-18 will be available by Qrt 2

2018.

2016-17 final figure has to be verified

again by EMIS (discrepancies in

data)

3. 60% of regional training center (RTC) and provincial training center (PTC)

0 60% 0 0 % 0% Baseline refers to traditional

certification scheme.

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DESIGN SUMMARY /PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Baseline Value

Performance Target

(Number, disaggregated by gender and

%)

Reporting Quarter

Achievement (Number, disaggregated by gender and %) -

Cumulative since the Project Beginning

% Cumulative Achievement to Baseline (% change to baseline)

% Cumulative Achievement to PAM

Target Remarks

Total Project Target:

2015-2021

graduates awarded vocational skills certificate (VSC) Output 1: Increased access to TVET programs

1a. 900 Cambodians assessed for competency in priority sectors by 2018

0 900 0 0 Not appl. 0%

1b. 45% of VSC holders enrol in CQF level 2 courses in priority skills areas by 2021

0 45% 0 0 Not appl. 0%

1c. 240 female trainees receive accommodation in dormitories at PTCs by 2021

0 240 0 0 Not appl. 0%

1d. Women constitute 25% of enrolments at Public TVET Institutions in CQF level 2 training programs in priority skill areas by 2021

695 (F=127,

18%)

25% women 1209 (F 52, 4.3%) Acad. Year

Enrollment

2015-2016

845 (F=32, 3.8%)

2016-2017

1209 (F 52, 4.3%)

2017-2018

Source: TVET MIS

% over baseline as at Sept 30

2017: 74%

(F = -59%)

4.3% female (52 out of 1209) compared

to PAM target of 25%

Spread across 19 TVETs. Data for

2017-18 will be available by Qrt 2

2018.

2016-17 final figure has to be verified

again by EMIS (discrepancies in

data)

1e. 50% of CQF level 1 graduates at public TVET institutions assessed for recognition of CQF level 2

0 50% 0 0 Not appl. 0%

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DESIGN SUMMARY /PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Baseline Value

Performance Target

(Number, disaggregated by gender and

%)

Reporting Quarter

Achievement (Number, disaggregated by gender and %) -

Cumulative since the Project Beginning

% Cumulative Achievement to Baseline (% change to baseline)

% Cumulative Achievement to PAM

Target Remarks

Total Project Target:

2015-2021

competency in the priority skill areas by 2018

1f. 5,000 youth (30% female) receive stipends for CQF levels 2–4 training at public TVET institutions by 2021.

0 5000 (30% female)

0 0 % 0%

Output 2: Improved quality and relevance of TVET system

2a. 200 staff from public TVET institutions in Phnom Penh and 50 staff from public TVET institutions in all provinces participate in competency assessment workshops for recognition of competencies by 2015. This indicator has 2 sub-indicators as follows:

Refer Foot Note 3.

2a1. 200 staff from public TVET institutions in Phnom Penh

0 200 0 0 Not appl. 0%

2a2. 50 staff from public TVET institutions in all provinces

0 50 0 0 Not appl. 0%

2b. 800 RTC and PTC instructors (20% female) trained to deliver competency-based training and assessment for CQF levels 1–4 programs by 2021

0 800 (20% female)

81 (Female = 14, 17%)

394 (Female = 54, 14%)

Not appl. Out of 800 total target, 394 trained (49%). Out of 394

trained, female is 54, 14%)

Out of total of 160 female target (20% of 800) target, 54

trained (34%)

In the last reporting period, the

cumulative figure was 313 (female =

40, 13%)

2c. 50% of TVET instructors at public TVET institutions attain competency according

0 50% 0 0 Not appl. 0%

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DESIGN SUMMARY /PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Baseline Value

Performance Target

(Number, disaggregated by gender and

%)

Reporting Quarter

Achievement (Number, disaggregated by gender and %) -

Cumulative since the Project Beginning

% Cumulative Achievement to Baseline (% change to baseline)

% Cumulative Achievement to PAM

Target Remarks

Total Project Target:

2015-2021

to standards developed under the program by 2018

2d. 10% of Urban Voucher Skills Training Program (VSTP) courses and 10% of Skills Bridging Courses (SBP) outsourced to non-state TVET providers by 2016

This indicator has 2 sub-indicators as follows:

2d1. 10% of Urban Voucher Skills Training Program (VSTP) courses outsourced to non-state TVET providers by 2016

0 10% 0 0 Not appl. 0%

2d2. 10% of Skills Bridging program (SBP) courses outsourced to non-state TVET providers by 2016

0 10% Total courses – 65

Courses outsourced to non-state – 47

Total courses – 65 Courses outsourced to

non-state TVET providers – 47

Not appl. 72% outsourced to non-state TVET

providers (target – 10%)

Only urban based program was

implemented in Qrt 4. Please refer the

M&E Report in the Appendix for

details of implementation.

2e: 55,000 trainees (60% female) supported to participate in VSTP by 2021

0 55,000 (60% female)

0 0 Not appl. 0%

2f. 10,000 trainees (50% female) supported to participate in skills bridging program (SBP) by 2021

0 10,000 (50% female)

Total - 1319 Female - 385

Total - 1319 Female - 385

Not appl. 29% female (target = 50%)

13% trained (1319 out of 10,000)

8% female trained (385 out of 5,000)

Only urban based program was

implemented in Qrt 4. Please refer the

M&E Report in the Appendix for

details of implementation.

Output 3: Increased involvement of employers in TVET delivery

3a: Internship program in public TVET institutions revised in collaboration with

None Internship program is

being

Not done Not done Not appl. 0%

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DESIGN SUMMARY /PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Baseline Value

Performance Target

(Number, disaggregated by gender and

%)

Reporting Quarter

Achievement (Number, disaggregated by gender and %) -

Cumulative since the Project Beginning

% Cumulative Achievement to Baseline (% change to baseline)

% Cumulative Achievement to PAM

Target Remarks

Total Project Target:

2015-2021

Sector Skill Council (SSCs) by 2016

developed in collaboration

with SSCs

SSC concept and mandates expanded

to align with National TVET Policy.

An MOU between MLVT and

CAMFEBA is being finalized making

the establishment and operation of

SSCs a PPP on skills development.

3b. 1,000 public TVET institution trainees (20% female) engaged in internships by 2021

0 1000 (20% female)

o 0 Not appl. 0%

3c: In collaboration with SSCs (following are the sub-indicators)

(3c1) Instructor apprenticeship program (Return to Industry) developed by 2016

None RIS established Not done Not done Not appl. 0% Document outlining implementation

mechanism of RIS prepared and under

review by the Technical Committee. 30

RTC instructors in 3 sectors

(construction, auto-mechanics and

ICT/Business) trained.

It was assumed during project design

that once the host institutions are

selected, they can immediately

function as COE. In reality, for them to

function as COEs, CQF courses have

to be developed and/or upgraded,

buildings constructed and/or

rehabilitated, and equipment to be

procured. Development activities on-

going (Appendix 1).

(3c2) 4 Centers of excellence (COEs) representing four priority skill areas developed by 2016

0 4 0 0 Not appl. 0%

(3c3) CQF level 2 training course in basic manufacturing processes developed and piloted by 2016

None 2016 Not done Not done Not appl. 0%

(3c4) Soft skills training program for CQF levels 1–4 developed and piloted by 2016

None 2016 Not done Not done Not appl. 0%

(3c5) VSC and CQF levels 1–4 training programs in the four priority skill areas

None 2017 Not due now Not due now Not appl. 0%

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DESIGN SUMMARY /PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Baseline Value

Performance Target

(Number, disaggregated by gender and

%)

Reporting Quarter

Achievement (Number, disaggregated by gender and %) -

Cumulative since the Project Beginning

% Cumulative Achievement to Baseline (% change to baseline)

% Cumulative Achievement to PAM

Target Remarks

Total Project Target:

2015-2021

developed and piloted by 2017

(3c6) Internship program for CQF levels 3–4 for middle-level workers and supervisors established by 2017

None 2017 Not due now Not due now Not appl. 0%

Output 4: Strengthened governance

4a: 9,700 Cambodians (30% female) trained at CQF levels 1–4 by PTCs and RTCs by 2019

0

9700 (30% female)

Acad. Year

Graduated

2015-2016

1976 (F 420, 21%)

2016-2017

2015-2017

2017-2018

Source: TVET MIS

Not applicable

2015- 2016 graduation data to be

verified by EMIS – 100% graduation

is not possible

4b. 30% of RTCs and PTCs engage in revenue-generating activities by 2017

3 RTCs and 1PTC

30% 4 RTCs and 1 PTC

5 institutions ( 13%)

4 RTCs and 1 PTC 5 institutions (

13%)

100% 13% (5 out of 39 RTCs and PTCs) out

of target of 30%

Battambang, Svay Rieng,

Kampot,Takeo RTC and National

Vocation Institute of Battambang PTC.

4c. 75% of public TVET institutions use expanded TVET MIS and LMIS to inform TVET programming by 2018

Expanded TVET MIS

= 0 TVETMIS = 75% 0 0 Not appl. 0%

Refer Foot Note 4.

LMIS = 0 LMIS = 75% 0 0 Not appl. 0%

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Notes on DMF:

1. What CQF Levels mean? 1. CQF1 = VC=L1 2. CQF2 = C1= L2 3. CQF3 = C2= L3 4. CQF4 = C3= L4

2. 39 Public TVETs (5 RTCs + 27 PTCs + 7 Polytechnics in Phnom Penh) that is 5 RTCs and 34 PTCs.

3. Outcome 2: Female enrolments in non-traditional skills areas increases from less than 2% to 12% at public TVET institutions

Non-traditional priority skill sectors automotive repair, construction, manufacturing, and electrical works.

4. Indicator 2a. 200 staff from public TVET institutions in Phnom Penh and 50 staff from public TVET institutions in all provinces participate in competency

assessment workshops for recognition of competencies by 2015.

Staff” refers to the Staff of Assessment Centers (RPL/RCC Assessment training) Staff of Assessment Centers include (a) Assessment Center managers and (b) Support staff.

Assessment Centers are yet to be set up and the National Consultant has not been deployed.

5. 4a: 9,700 Cambodians (30% female) trained at CQF levels 1–4 by PTCs and RTCs by 2019

Students that graduated at the end of the academic year (in each level) are considered as trained.

6. Indicator 4c: 75% of public TVET institutions use expanded TVET MIS and LMIS to inform TVET programming by 2018

LMIS is intended to cover the (i) Key Indicators of Labor Market (KILM) as endorsed by the ILO and (ii) employment indicators that are specific to the country development

objectives. Initially, the system will concentrate on only 17 “key” indicators of the labour market, covering employment and other variables relating to employment (status,

economic activity, occupation, hours of work, etc.).

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Appendix 7

MONITORING AND EVALUATION MATRIX – AS AT DECEMBER 31, 2017

Performance Questions Indicators Data to be collected Status

Output 1: Increased Access to TVET Programs

1.1. To what extent is the process for the Recognition of Prior Learning and Current Competencies (RPLCC) leading out-of-school youth and disadvantaged groups to enter formal TVET?

Percentage of RPLCC participants enrolling in Level 2 training programs at PTCs, RTCs, and Public TVET Institutions.

Sex-disaggregated enrollment data of RPLCC participants by Public TVET Institution.

Policies and procedures for RPL/CC are approved by the NTB and Certification Policy is approved by the NTB: The document has been translated and reviewed by TC and being edited for submission to NTB sub-committee

Once the activities start, this indicator will be reported on a semi- annual basis.

1.2. To what extent are Vocational Skills Certificate (VSC) holders enrolling in Level 2 training courses in the priority sectors?

Number of VSC holders enrolling at Level 2 in PTCs, RTCs, and Public TVET Institutions.

Sex-disaggregated enrollment data by Public TVET Institution.

VSC Guidelines approved by EA on 20 February 2017 and Prakas on 20 April 2017. Approved by the Ministry and awaiting approval by ADB, Once the activities start, this indicator will be reported on a semi-annual basis

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Performance Questions Indicators Data to be collected Status

1.3. To what extent do women’s dormitories with career mentorship programs retain women trainees to complete training program at PTC?

Comparison of perceptions of women trainees completing training program who resided in the dorms and participated in career mentorship programs and those who did not.

Survey responses. Civil works have not been completed. The procurement process is on-going. Hence, not relevant now. A beneficiary assessment survey will be conducted a year after the dormitories are occupied by women trainees.

1.4. To what extent do the learning events and information sessions offered by the career mentorship programs motivate women to engage in non-traditional trades?

Women’s perceptions of how the career mentorship program motivated them to consider non-traditional trades.

Survey responses. TOR for a Firm for this activity has been prepared and sent to ADB for approval. This activity has not started. Hence, not relevant now. An Impact Evaluation Survey will be conducted 6 months after the completion of the career mentorship programs to motivate women to engage in non-traditional trades

1.5. To what extent does social marketing campaign improve public perception of TVET?

Perceptions of youth and disadvantaged populations on how they understand TVET and related employment opportunities.

Survey responses. The National Consultant was recruited and she has conducted a few training programs for of youth and disadvantaged populations on how they

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Performance Questions Indicators Data to be collected Status

understand TVET and related employment opportunities. A Strategic plan is being prepared and social marketing campaigns are planned in the future quarters. Not relevant now. An Impact Evaluation Survey will be conducted 6 months after the completion of the social marketing campaigns.

Output 2: Improved Quality and Relevance of TVET System

2.1. To what extent is competency-based assessment and certification implemented?

Percentage of Public TVET Institutions employing the competency-based assessment and certification system.

Perception of Public TVET Institution instructors and administrators on the challenges in implementation.

Data by TVET institution.

Survey responses.

Policy Document is in process. Competency standards and curriculum for the 5 sectors completed and validated. It is expected that by early 2019, Public TVET Institutions will start employing the competency-based assessment and certification system.

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Performance Questions Indicators Data to be collected Status

From 2019, the indicator on Percentage of Public TVET Institutions employing the competency-based assessment and certification system will be reported on a semi- annual basis. In addition, an Impact Evaluation Study will be conducted (by end 2019) to assess the perception of Public TVET Institution instructors and administrators on the challenges in implementation.

2.2. To what extent are TVET instructors prepared to teach CQF levels 2–4 courses?

TVET instructors’ perceptions of applicability of competency-based training and assessment principles and relevance of experiences gained through Return to Industry Scheme.

Survey responses. This activity is still in progress. An Impact Evaluation Study will be conducted (by end 2019) to assess the TVET instructors’ perceptions of applicability of competency-based training and assessment principles and relevance

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Performance Questions Indicators Data to be collected Status

of experiences gained through Return to Industry Scheme.

2.3. To what extent are trainees (particularly, women) from the Voucher Skills Training Program (VSTP) and Skills Bridging Program (SBP) enrolling in CQF level 2 training courses?

Number of VSTP and SBP trainees participating in RCLCC and being awarded VSC (sex disaggregated).

Number of VSTP and SBP trainees who are awarded VSC enrolling in CQF Level 2 training courses (sex disaggregated).

Assessment unit data.

Data by TVET institution.

Please refer 1.1 and 1.2 on the current status. Once the activities start, these indicators will be reported on a semi-annual basis

Output 3: Increased Involvement of Employers in TVET Delivery

3.1. To what extent are Sector Skills Councils operating?

Signed MOUs

Perception of stakeholders.

Number of employers working with TVET institutes offering internships for trainees and TVET instructors.

Copy of MOUs.

Survey responses.

Data by Public TVET Institution and from NTTI.

Preparation and issuance Prakas to provide legal basis for establishment of SSCs including ToR and Action Plan are ready and agreed among DGTVET, NPIC, and PPI). SSC is expected to operate by end of 2017. Internship policy Document has been translated to Khmer and is being edited. Review by TC scheduled next week. [Note: Responsible DGTVET staff resigned due to

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Performance Questions Indicators Data to be collected Status

illness. New staff assigned.] Once the activities start, this indicator will be reported on a semi- annual basis. Furthermore, there will be a Beneficiary Assessment Study to study the perception of stakeholders (students and instructors) vis-à-vis the efficiency of SSC and internship program.

3.2. To what extent do Centers of Excellence (COE) support middle level skills development in the priority sectors?

Number of Public TVET Institutions employing sector-specific soft skills training program.

Number of RTCs and PTCs served by COEs in providing training resources.

Data by Public TVET Institution.

Data by Public TVET Institution.

4 CoEs selected at BIT – Mechanics PPI – Electrical NPIC – Manufacture CEFP – Construction Civil works planned for 2 centers and all the centers will be provided with materials and equipments. It is expected that COEs will start functioning by the end of 2017. From the first quarter of 2018, these indicators will be

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Performance Questions Indicators Data to be collected Status

reported on a semi-annual basis.

3.3. To what extent do internships affect employment and wage prospects of CQF levels 2-4 trainees after they have graduated?

Comparison of employment status, wages and perceptionsofCQFlevels2-4 trainees (sex dis- aggregated) who received an internship, with those who did not.

Data by Public TVET Institution.

Survey responses.

Please refer 3.1. on the current status. The quantitative data on internship beneficiaries (students and instructors) will be proved on a semi-annual basis. In addition, there will be a Comparative Study to assess the employment status, wages and perceptions of CQFlevels2-4 trainees (sex dis- aggregated) that received an internship vs. those who did not.

Output 4: Strengthened Governance and Management of TVET System

4.1. To what extent is CQF levels 2–4 training delivery sustainable by RTCs and PTCs?

Expenditure costs as a percent of DGTVET recurrent budget and Public TVET Institution budget.

Unit costs for training. Budget information by Public TVET Institution. DGTVET recurrent budget.

This indicator will be reported on an annual basis from 2018.

4.2. To what extent as improved information management systems (TVETMIS, LMIS) and labor market intelligence affected decision-making?

Perceptions of MLVT and TVET Managers on use of information management systems and labor market intelligence

Focus group discussions (FGDs)

The upgrade (expansion) of TVET-MIS is going-on and there is

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Performance Questions Indicators Data to be collected Status

a delay in the organization of the workshop since the Intl. Consultant for TVET MIS is not on board. LMIS activity has not started. It is expected have a Focus Group Study involving MLVT and TVET Managers by end of 2018.

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Appendix 8

LOAN COVENANTS

Reference Description Status Type

Article IV Section 4.02

(a) The Borrower shall maintain, or cause to be maintained, records and documents adequate to identify the Eligible Items financed out of the proceeds of the Loan and to record the progress of the Program.

(b) The Borrower shall enable ADB's representatives to inspect any relevant records and documents referred to in paragraph (a) of this Section.

Being complied with.

Financials

Article IV Section 4.03

(a) As part of the reports and information referred to Section 6.05 of the Loan Regulations, the Borrower shall furnish, or cause to be furnished, to ADB all such reports and information as ADB shall reasonably request concerning (i) the Counterpart Funds and the use thereof; and (ii) the implementation of the Program, including the accomplishment of the targets and carrying out of the actions set out in the Policy Letter.

(b) Without limiting the generality of the foregoing or Section 6.05 of the Loan Regulations, the Borrower shall furnish, or cause to be furnished, to ADB quarterly reports on the carrying out of the Program and on the accomplishment of the targets and carrying out of the actions set out in the Policy Letter.

Being complied with.

Others

Schedule 4 para 1

MLVT, as the Program Executing Agency, shall have the overall responsibility for the implementation of the Program, maintenance of all Program records, reporting to ADB, and disbursement and administration of the Loan proceeds.

Being complied with.

Schedule 4 para 2

The Borrower shall ensure that all policy actions adopted under the Program, as set forth in the Policy Letter and the Policy Matrix, continue to be in effect for the duration of the Program.

Being complied with.

Others

Schedule 4 para 3

The Borrower shall keep ADB informed of policy discussions with other multilateral and bilateral aid agencies that may have implications for the implementation of the Program and shall provide ADB with an opportunity to comment on any resulting policy proposals. The Borrower shall take into account ADB’s views before finalizing and implementing any such proposal.

Being complied with.

Others

Schedule 4 para 4

The Borrower shall ensure that the Counterpart Funds are primarily used to finance the implementation of certain programs and activities consistent with the objectives of the Program.

Being complied with

Financials

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Reference Description Status Type

Article IV Section 4.02

(a) The Borrower shall and shall cause MLVT to ensure that (i) each Project beneficiary institution, including MLVT, public TVET institutions, RTCs, PTCs and CoEs maintain separate accounts and records for the Project; (ii)consolidated annual financial statements for the Project are prepared in accordance with accounting principles acceptable to ADB; (iii) such consolidated financial statements are audited annually by independent auditors whose qualifications, experience and terms of reference are acceptable to ADB, in accordance with international standards for auditing or the national equivalent acceptable to ADB; (iv) as part of each such audit, the auditors prepare a report (which includes the auditors’ opinion on the financial statements, use of the Loan proceeds and compliance with the financial covenants of this Loan Agreement as well as on the use of the procedures for imprest fund and statement of expenditures) and a management letter (which sets out the deficiencies in the internal control of the Project that were identified in the course of the audit, if any); and (v) no later than 6 months after the end of each related fiscal year, copies of such audited financial statements, audit report and management letter are submitted to ADB, all in the English language, and such other information concerning these documents and the audit thereof as ADB shall from time to time reasonably request.

(b) ADB shall disclose the annual audited financial statements for the Project and the opinion of the auditors on the financial statements within 30 days of the date of their receipt by posting them on ADB’s website.

(c) The Borrower shall enable ADB, upon ADB's request, to discuss the financial statements for the Project and Borrower’s financial affairs where they relate to the Project with the auditors appointed pursuant to subsection (a) (iii) hereinabove, and shall authorize and require any representative of such auditors to participate in any such discussions requested by ADB. This is provided that such discussions shall be conducted only in the presence of an authorized officer of the Borrower, unless the Borrower shall otherwise agree.

Being complied with: (a) (i) Opening of separate bank accounts and records for the project in all institutes, RTCs, PTCs and CoEs completed as of December 2017. (ii) First audit conducted as at 30 June 2016 . (iii) , (iv) To be complied with (v) First audit report and management letter submitted to ADB.

Financials

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Reference Description Status Type

Article IV Section 4.03

The Borrower shall enable ADB's representatives to inspect the Project, the Goods and Works, and any relevant records and documents.

Being complied with

Others

Schedule 5, para 1

The Borrower and the Project Executing Agency shall ensure that the Project is implemented in accordance with the detailed arrangements set forth in the PAM. Any subsequent change to the PAM shall become effective only after approval of such change by the Borrower and ADB. In the event of any discrepancy between the PAM and this Loan Agreement, the provisions of this Loan Agreement shall prevail.

Being complied with

Others

Schedule 5, para 2

The Borrower through the Project Executing Agency shall ensure that counterpart financing necessary for the Project is provided in time, and that MLVT and DGTVET make available all funds and resources necessary for construction, administration, management and operation and maintenance of the Project Facilities on a timely basis.

Being complied with

Financial

Schedule 5, para 3

Within 30 days of the Effective Date, the Borrower shall cause MLVT to provide ADB with a written confirmation of selection of 4 TVET institutions to host CoEs in the Priority Skills Areas using the selection criteria specified in the PAM.

Complied with. Written confirmation provided 8 June 2016. 4 CoEs selected, namely, BIT, PPI, NPIC and CEFP for auto mechanics, electrical works, manufacturing, and construction, respectively.

Others

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Reference Description Status Type

Schedule 5, para 4

The Borrower shall cause MLVT to provide ADB with a written confirmation that DGTVET’s recurrent budget includes provision for a) start-up costs associated with the delivery of

training courses for CQF Levels 2-4 at all public TVET institutions, as per the following: (i) 20% of total start-up costs by 28 February 2016; (ii) 50% of total start-up costs by 28 February 2017; (iii) 70% of total start-up costs by 28 February 2018; and (iv) 90% of total start-up costs by 28 February 2019; and

b) Operations and maintenance costs for women’s dormitories, CoEs and assessment management centers established under the Program.

Complied with. MLVT sent a letter to MEF on 16 October 2017 proposing inclusion in DGTVET’s recurrent budget of its share in items (a) & (b). MEF confirmed the proposed sharing through its letter to ADB on 30 November 2017.

Financial

Schedule 5, para 5

Within 30 days of the Effective Date, the Borrower shall cause MLVT to provide ADB with written confirmation of (a) establishment of the Project coordination unit

at DGTVET; (b) counterpart staff, including identification of

DGTVET staff forming part of the Project coordination unit; and

(c) Terms of Reference of the counterpart staffs.

Has been partially complied (a), (b) Confirmed to ADB in June 2015. PCU established with Prakas No. 172 MLVT dated May 2015. (c) Confirmed to ADB in October 2015.

Others

Schedule 5, para 6

Within 30 days of the Effective Date, the Borrower shall cause MLVT to provide ADB with a) written confirmation of establishment of PSC; b) list of PSC members and their terms of

reference; and c) Minutes of PSC’s first meeting. The Borrower

shall further cause MLVT to ensure that the PSC meets every 6 months and provides to ADB minutes of all such meetings immediately after every meeting throughout the Program implementation.

Being complied with (a,b, & c) PSC established in May 2015 with Prakas No. 205 MLVT. PSC first meeting at 22nd June 2015. Second meeting held on 28 September 2017 and minutes submitted on 25 October 20 17. Next meeting scheduled in March 2018.

Others

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Reference Description Status Type

Schedule 5, para 7

The Borrower shall cause MLVT to ensure that the preparation, design, construction, implementation, operation and decommissioning of the Project and all Project Facilities comply with a) all applicable laws and regulations of the

Borrower relating to environment, health and safety;

b) the Environmental Safeguards; and c) all measured and requirements set forth in the

IEE, the EMP, and any corrective or preventative actions set forth in a Safeguards Monitoring Report.

Being complied with.

Environment

Schedule 5, para 8

The Borrower shall cause MLVT to ensure that a) all construction under the Project is carried out

within existing TVET facilities on government owned land; and

b) involuntary resettlement screening for subprojects involving construction is provided to ADB to ensure that the Project does not have any involuntary resettlement impacts, all within the meaning of the SPS.

Being complied with.

Involuntary Resettlement Safeguards

Schedule 5, para 9

The Borrower shall cause MLVT to ensure that the preparation, design, construction, implementation and operation of the Project and all Project Facilities comply with a) all applicable laws and regulations of the

Borrower relating to indigenous peoples; b) the Indigenous Peoples Safeguards; and c) all measures and requirements set forth in the

IPP, and any corrective or preventative actions set forth in a Safeguards Monitoring Report.

Being complied with

Indigenous Peoples Safeguards

Schedule 5, para 10

The Borrower shall cause MLVT to make available necessary budgetary and human resources to fully implement the EMP and the IPP.

To be complied with.

Safeguards

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Reference Description Status Type

Schedule 5, para 11

The Borrower shall cause MLVT to ensure that all bidding documents and contracts for Works contain provisions that require contractors to: a) comply with the measures relevant to the

contractor set forth in the IEE, the EMP, and the IPP (to the extent they concern impacts on affected people during construction), and any corrective or preventative actions set forth in a Safeguards Monitoring Report;

b) make available a budget for all such environmental and social measures;

c) provide the Borrower with a written notice of any unanticipated environmental, resettlement or indigenous peoples risks or impacts that arise during construction, implementation or operation of the Project that were not considered in the IEE, the EMP, and the IPP;

d) adequately record the condition of roads, agricultural land and other infrastructure prior to starting to transport materials and construction; and

e) reinstate pathways, other local infrastructure, and agricultural land to at least their pre-project condition upon the completion of construction.

Being complied with.

Safeguards

Schedule 5, para 12

The Borrower shall cause MLVT to do the following: a) submit semi-annual Safeguards Monitoring

Reports to ADB and disclose relevant information from such reports to affected persons promptly upon submission;

b) if any unanticipated environmental and/or social risks and impacts arise during construction, implementation or operation of the Project that were not considered in the IEE, the EMP, and the IPP, promptly inform ADB of the occurrence of such risks or impacts, with detailed description of the event and proposed corrective action plan; and

c) report any actual or potential breach of compliance with the measures and requirements set forth in the EMP or the IPP promptly after becoming aware of the breach.

Complied with. Safeguards

Schedule 5, para 13

The Borrower shall ensure that no proceeds of the Loan are used to finance any activity included in the list of prohibited investment activities provided in Appendix 5 of the SPS.

Being complied with.

Financials

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Reference Description Status Type

Schedule 5, para 14

The Borrower shall and shall cause MLVT and DGTVET to ensure that a) the GAP is implemented in accordance with its

terms; b) the bidding documents include relevant

provisions for contractors to comply with the measures set forth in the GAP;

c) adequate resources are allocated for the implementation of the GAP; and

d) key gender outcome and output targets are monitored regularly and achieved, including but not limited to (i) 30% of trainees who receive stipends for Level 2-4 training are female; (ii) 20% of female trainees receiving stipends for Level 2-4 training are enrolled in areas that are currently male dominated; (iii) a total of 120 women enrolled in Level 2-4 training and residing in dormitories attend career mentorship programs on a monthly basis; (iv) 20% of trainees who receive internship stipends are female; (v) 60% of VSTP enrollees are females; (vi) approximately50% of SBP enrollees are female; (vii) 30% of the students trained at Levels 1-4 by RTCs and PTCs are female;

Being complied with.

Gender and Development

(viii) program recognizing prior learning and

current competencies is piloted with 150 young

adults representing poor and vulnerable groups;

and (ix) stipends are provided for women and

disadvantaged youth to participate in VSTP.

To be complied

with

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Reference Description Status Type

Schedule 5, para 15

The Borrower shall, and shall cause MLVT and DGTVET to ensure that Works contracts and bidding documents under the Project include specific provisions requiring contractors to comply with all core labor standards and the applicable labor laws and regulations of the Borrower including stipulations related to employment on: (a) prohibition of child labor; (b) equal pay for equal work of equal value

regardless of gender, ethnicity or caste; (c) timely payment of wages; (d) elimination of forced labor; (e) use of local unskilled labor, as applicable; and (f) the requirement to disseminate information

on sexually transmitted diseases including HIV/AIDS to employees and local communities surrounding the Project sites. The Borrower shall, and shall cause MLVT and DGTVET to ensure that records of labor employment are properly maintained and tracked in the Project performance management system.

Being complied with.

Others

Schedule 5, para 16

The Borrower shall, through MLVT ensure that within 6 months of the Effective Date, complaint and problem management mechanisms acceptable to ADB are established to effectively (a) review and document eligible complaints of

Project stakeholders; (b) proactively address grievances; (c) provide the complainants with notice of the

chosen mechanism/action; and (d) prepare periodic reports to summarize the

number of complaints received and resolved, and final outcomes of the grievances and chosen actions and make these reports available to ADB as part of the quarterly progress reports. Eligible complaints include those related to the Project, any of the service providers, any person responsible for carrying out the Project, complaints on misuse of funds and other irregularities, and grievances due to any safeguard or social issues.

To be complied with.

Others

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Reference Description Status Type

Schedule 5, para 17

The Borrower, MLVT, and DGTVET shall (a) comply with ADB’s Anticorruption Policy

(1998, as amended to date) and acknowledge that ADB reserves the right to investigate directly, or through its agents, any alleged corrupt, fraudulent, collusive or coercive practice relating to the Project; and

(b) Cooperate with any such investigation and extend all necessary assistance for satisfactory completion of such investigation.

Being complied with.

Others

Schedule 5, para 18

The Borrower, MLVT, and DGTVET shall ensure that the anticorruption provisions acceptable to ADB are included in all bidding documents and contracts, including provisions specifying the right of ADB to audit and examine the records and accounts of the executing and implementing agencies and all contractors, suppliers, consultants, and other service providers as they relate to the Project.

Being complied with.

Others

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Appendix 9

LOANS 3166/67 & 8305 -CAM: TVET SECTOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

Agreed Follow-Up Actions (Loans Review Mission, 10-20 August 2017)

The EA/IA and the Mission agreed on the following time-bound actions to be taken within the next 6 months and beyond.

No Actions By when Status as of 31 December 2017

Policy Actions

1

a. Policies and procedures for RPL/CC are approved by NTB

b. Certification Policy is approved by NTB c. Internship Policy is approved by NTB

September 2017

Completed All policy action documents endorsed by Sub-NTB Committee on 29 August 2017, approved by NTB on 20 October 2017, and officially submitted to ADB on 17 November 2017

Project Loan

Output 1

2

a. The EA submits the proposed CBLM development schedule and cost estimate to ADB

End of August 2017

Partially completed (Follow-up action is required) This CBT package was submitted to ADB together with 3 other CBT packages including CTQF, Assessors Training Program, and new COE occupations of NPIC and PPI. The process and costing were reviewed and revised to reduce cost per ADB comments. As the total cost was still high (more than $550,000), it was agreed to defer the development cost of 8 new occupations and prioritize the first 3 packages amounting to about $142,000. Draft request for NOL has been prepared for approval by PCU.

b. The guidelines on stipend management is approved by the EA

Q3 2017

Partially completed (Follow-up action is required for internship only) Per ADB suggestion, the stipend guidelines has been split into 2 documents addressed to 2 types of recipients – student stipend and internship stipend. The revised versions of the student stipend guidelines was approved by the Project Director in October 2017. The internship stipend guidelines, however, is yet to be approved (see 4a & 4b).

c. The stipend program implementation Q4 2017

Overdue (Follow-up action is required)

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After the approval of student stipend guidelines, 3 awareness workshops for RTCs, PTCs and concerned DGTVET staff were conducted in November 2017 at NTTI, RTC Battambang, and RTC Svay Rieng. Processing and disbursement of stipend to start in Q1 2018 due to delay in opening of institutional sub-accounts.

d. Cluster coordinator mobilization

Q4 2017

Overdue (Follow-up action is required) The procurement team packaged 6 positions (TVETMIS, Cluster Coordinators, and 4 other positions) under AFD per request of MEF to review contract variations in packages rather than for individual positions. CVs of all positions in the package have been collected and under evaluation by procurement.

e. Submission of social marketing equipment and materials package

Q3 2017

Completed List of social marketing equipment and materials has been submitted to procurement and included in the procurement plan. Procurement process ongoing.

Output 2

3

a. The EA share the QA Audit Report

December 2017

Overdue (Follow-up action is required) Consolidation of individual audit reports of the 11 public TVET institutions (5 RTCs, BIT, NVIB, Kampong thom PTC, Kep PTC, Mondulkirie PTC, and Koh Kong PTC plus 1 private institute (Don Bosco) is still ongoing and expected to be completed by 15 February 2017.

b. Competency-based Assessment and Certification System (CBACS) is approved by NTB

September 2017

Completed Following the validation workshop on 12 October 2017, the CBACS was endorsed by the Sub-NTB Committee on 19 October 2017 for NTB approval. While not among the policy reform actions, the CBACS was among those approved by NTB on 20 October 2017 as it has nationwide application.

c. CTQF is approved by NTB September 2017 Completed (For piloting; NTB approval later)

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The CTQF was approved by the Sub-NTB Committee on 29 August 2017 for piloting first before endorsing for NTB approval as it may have implications on a sensitive issue such as salary scale.

d. The EA submits the proposed CBT package development for CTQF with 4 CQF levels

End of August 2017

Partially completed (Follow-up action is required) This has reference to 2a above. The CBT package for CTQF was submitted to ADB together with 3 other CBT packages. The process and costing were reviewed and revised to reduce cost per ADB comments. As the total cost was still high (more than $550,000), it was agreed to defer the development cost of 8 new occupations and prioritize the first 3 packages amounting to about $142,000. Draft request for NOL has been prepared for approval by PCU.

e. The EA submits RIS implementation framework/mechanism

End of August 2017

Overdue (Follow-up action is required) The draft RIS document has been revised incorporating ADB suggestions and translated to Khmer. The revised version is for final review by the Technical Unit before submitting to the Project Director for approval. After approval, implementation budget need to be clarified as there is no budget line for such purpose. RIS may, however, be piloted for the selected Master Trainers.

f. VSTP implementation starts

September 2017

Overdue (Follow-up action is required) The VSTP Guidelines (Khmer) was approved by the Project Director in June 2017. Some forms were later added/refined in the annexes per ADB suggestion including: (i) the training provider application form, (ii) RTC/PTC contract form, (between RTC/PTC and DGTVET), (iii) annual commune training form, (iv) training provider contract format (between RTC/PTC and training providers) and (v) the log book. Budget request amounting to $752,541 to implement Year 1 of Phase I has been submitted to the Project Director for approval. The proposed budget will train 14,212 youths and adults in 347 communes involving 15 RTCs/PTCs including 1 non-state provider.

g. SBP implementation starts October 2017 Completed

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The SBP guidelines has been revised incorporating changes as suggested by ADB and translated to Khmer. The revised guidelines (KH version) was approved by Project Director on 05 October 2017. The implementation of SBP started in December 2017 following the approval of the 3 sub-accounts. The initial batch involved 10 out of 23 providers with total of 1,319 students (385 female).

h. TVETHRM Firm are mobilized Q1 2018

Not yet due The position has been advertised and 18 proposals were received. Evaluation of proposals is ongoing.

Output 3

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a. The internship program guidelines and implementation manual, which is aligned with internship policy, are approved by the EA

Q3 2017

Overdue (Follow-up action is required) The Internship Program Implementation Manual has been revised and aligned with the Internship Policy approved by the NTB. The manual is yet to be translated to Khmer for review by the Technical Unit before submitting to Project Director for approval. As suggested by ADB, the Internship Stipend Guidelines has been split from the Student Stipend Guidelines. The former is yet to be translated to Khmer for review by the Technical Unit before submitting to Project Director for approval.

b. The internship program is implemented

Q4 2017

Overdue (Follow-up action is required) As the contract of both the international and national consultants have been completed, implementation of the internship program will be handled by the Training Department with assistance from the TA team. A new staff has been assigned and working with the TA team. The actual selection and deployment of student-interns in industry is planned for Q2 2018.

c. Two SSCs are established

Q4 2017

Overdue (Follow-up action is required) Joint workshop with ILO on SSC, with participation of CAMFEBA, held on 17 October 2017. Based on feedback from workshop, the MOU between MLVT and CAMFEBA as PPP in establishing the SSCs was revised, circulated to ADB, CAMFEBA, and DGTVET for comments, and approved with minor changes.

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DGTVET had it translated to Khmer. Signing of the MOU is being scheduled. Meanwhile, the potential members of the SSCs have been identified. It was suggested by DGTVET that the establishment of each SSC in the 4 sectors be covered by a separate Prakas. Draft of the Prakas has been prepared.

d. The rehabilitation or construction of two provincial CoE buildings are started

Q4 2017

Overdue (Follow-up action is required) CoE at NPIA (new construction): construction drawings, BOQ cost estimates and bid documents are at final stage of completion. CoE at BIT (renovation): construction details/drawings, BOQ, cost estimates are at final stage of completion. Bids for civil works for NPIA and BIT to be advertised by end of January 2018.

e. The EA submits the proposed CBT packages for CQF courses for 4 occupations in manufacturing and 5 in electrical works to be offered by 2 CoEs in Phnom Penh

End of August 2017

Partially completed (Follow-up action is required) This has reference to 2a above. The CBT package was submitted to ADB together with 3 other CBT packages. The process and costing were reviewed and revised to reduce cost per ADB comments. As the total cost was still high (more than $550,000), it was agreed to defer the development cost of 8 new occupations and prioritize the first 3 packages amounting to about $142,000. The development of CBT packages of the new occupations will be considered later when sources for budget reallocation within the project are identified.

Output 4

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a. The EA shares the developed ITMD training modules and ITMD strategy

End of August 2017

Completed The ITMD strategy and training modules have been commented on by ADB and subsequently revised and translated to Khmer. As no budget is provided for the delivery of training modules, it was proposed and agreed with PCU to use the budget for Project Management Training firm which, on the other hand, has no reference in the PAM except in the procurement plan. The TOR for the firm and cost estimates have been prepared for approval of the Project Director after which a request for NOL will follow.

b. The EA shares the revised start-up cost management guidelines

End of August 2017

Completed

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Revised guidelines on start-up cost including the $6,000 lump sum to selected PTCs has been revised per ADB comments and approved by Project Director on 6 October 2017.

c. The EA shares the approved institutional business plans, including list of start-up cost recipient institution

Q4 2017

Overdue (Follow-up action is required) The business plans of the 14 TVET institutions (1 was found not eligible as it does not offer CQF courses) were updated and revised after actual field verification at the institutions. The revised business plans including list of recipients of start-up cost and proposed budget have been prepared for approval of the Project Director.

d. The EA share the revised ToR for international TVETMIS specialist

Mid-September 2017

Completed The revised TOR of International TVETMIS is part of the documents for processing of the package of 6 positions for contract variation. Shared with ADB 26 September 2017.

e. The EA shares the proposed software on labour market forecasting

Q4 2017

Overdue (Follow-up action is required) TA Procurement Specialist met with NEA Director in December 2017. The Director said the he knows only of 1 university which has developed the software (there may be others) and that it is not sufficient simply buy the software. Part of the package should be the training of the users by the expert from the supplier. A follow-up meeting on how to proceed is scheduled next week.

Project Management Review

Project Steering Committee

6 a. The EA convenes PSC meeting

Q4 2017 Completed The 2nd meeting of PSC was held on 28 Sept. 2017. Minutes of the meeting was approved by the Committee Chairman and Project Director on 25 October 2017.

Accounts

a. Sub-Accounts are opened for all participating TTIs End of August

2017

Completed (with significant delay) The opening of all sub-accounts under ADB, AFD and government funding done in December 2017.

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a. The EA implements agreed follow-up actions (Appendix 7)

Partially completed with significant delays Updated status of follow-up actions submitted for the months of September and October 2017.

Project Assets

a. The updated list of inventory is

submitted Mid-September

2017 Completed on 3rd Sept. 2017

Assurances

8 a. The revised first semi-annual environmental monitoring report on EMP implementation is submitted

End of August 2017

Completed on 5th Sept. 2017; draft of second semi-annual report completed.

b. The EA submits the first semi-annual IPP progress report

Early September 2017

Completed on 5th Sept. 2017; draft of second semi-annual report completed.

c. The EA submits the updated IPP Early September 2017

Completed on 5th Sept. 2017; draft of updated version completed.