TA-10380 REG: Strengthening Human Capital in Central Asia - TVET Specialist (E-058081-001)

The consultant will provide technical advisory and implementation support across all TVET-related aspects of project start-up and early implementation. The assignment will focus on: recruitment and engagement of training firms; quality assurance of technical specifications and TORs for training services; review and assessment of technical proposals submitted by training firms; support to project inception and implementation planning; technical guidance on curriculum, training methodologies, trainer development, and international standards; coordination with government agencies, TVET institutions, industry partners, and project consultants; and monitoring of training firm mobilization and initial implementation activities. The consultant will work closely with the project team, executing agency, implementing agencies, participating institutions, and other technical experts engaged under the project. Detailed Tasks and/or Expected Output A. Support Recruitment and Contracting of Training Firms The consultant shall: Review project documents, implementation arrangements, outputs, and training-related interventions to ensure consistency of consulting requirements with project objectives. Support preparation, refinement, and finalization of TORs, technical requirements, performance standards, deliverables, and staffing requirements for training firms. Review proposed training approaches and delivery models and recommend adjustments to enhance effectiveness, scalability, quality, and sustainability. Ensure that TORs appropriately incorporate: competency-based training approaches; industry requirements; international standards and certification requirements; training-of-trainers methodologies; quality assurance arrangements; gender-inclusive and socially inclusive approaches; and monitoring and reporting requirements. Provide technical comments on procurement documentation related to recruitment of training firms, as required. B. Support Technical Evaluation of Proposals The consultant shall: Review technical proposals submitted by training firms. Assess the technical adequacy of proposed methodologies, work plans, staffing arrangements, and implementation approaches. Evaluate the relevance and quality of proposed international partnerships, accreditation arrangements, industry engagement mechanisms, and certification systems. Review qualifications and experience of key experts proposed by training firms. Assess the feasibility and appropriateness of proposed training content, curricula, training materials, and delivery arrangements. Identify technical strengths, weaknesses, risks, and gaps in submitted proposals. Provide written technical assessments and recommendations to support evaluation processes. Assist the project team and evaluation committee by responding to technical queries and clarifications related to TVET and training delivery matters. Participate as technical adviser or resource person during evaluation discussions, as requested. C. Participate in Project Inception and Mobilization Activities The consultant shall: Participate in project inception missions and project start-up workshops. Conduct consultations with the executing agency, implementing agencies, participating TVET institutions, industry representatives, and other stakeholders. Facilitate discussions on project implementation arrangements related to training and capacity development activities. Support development of detailed implementation schedules and mobilization plans for training activities. Contribute to preparation of mission aide-mémoires, implementation notes, and action plans related to TVET activities. Identify implementation risks and propose mitigation measures during the start-up phase. D. Technical Advisory Support During Early Implementation The consultant shall: Provide ongoing technical advice on TVET reforms, skills development, competency-based training, and workforce development. Support review and adaptation of curricula, training packages, learning materials, and assessment tools developed by training firms. Advise on alignment of training programs with international standards, qualification frameworks, certification requirements, and industry needs. Support implementation of trainer development and training-of-trainers programs. Review training delivery methodologies and recommend improvements to enhance training quality and learner outcomes. Provide technical guidance on establishment of quality assurance mechanisms for project-supported training programs. Support incorporation of digital learning and innovative training approaches, where appropriate. Advise on integration of gender-responsive and inclusive practices into training delivery. E. Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement The consultant shall: Liaise with project stakeholders, participating TVET institutions, industry partners, accreditation bodies, and training providers. Facilitate technical discussions between government counterparts and contracted training firms. Support harmonization of training activities across project components and participating institutions. Participate in technical meetings, workshops, consultations, and review sessions as required. F. Monitoring and Quality Assurance The consultant shall: Review mobilization plans, inception reports, and work plans prepared by training firms. Monitor implementation progress during initial stages of service delivery. Assess compliance of training firms with contractual requirements and agreed technical standards. Identify implementation bottlenecks and recommend corrective actions. Review interim outputs and deliverables prepared by training firms and provide technical comments. Prepare concise technical advisory notes and recommendations to support project management and decisionmaking. Minimum Qualification Requirements • Advanced degree in TVET, education, or related field. • At least 10 years of experience in competency-based training systems and TVET reform. • Demonstrated experience aligning standards, curricula, and teacher training. • Experience with ADB or other multilateral development bank projects preferred. • Strong experience working in Uzbekistan, Central Asia, and Caucasus. • Strong written analytical and facilitation skills. Minimum General Experience 10 Years Minimum Specific Experience (relevant to assignment) 7 Years Regional/Country Experience Required Desired Not Required Deliverables Details Name Type Estimated Submission Date No results found. Schedule and Places of Assignment (chronological and inclusive of travel) Schedule Type Continuous Intermittent Max. Working Days/Week Home Office 5 Field 6 City and Country Working Days Estimated Start Date Estimated End Date Other Details (use if place selected is Others) Home Office, Other Search and Select: Place 15 15-Oct-2026 31-Dec-2026 Home Office, Other Search and Select: Place 5 01-Jan-2027 24-Jan-2027 Tashkent, Uzbekistan Search and Select: Place 5 25-Jan-2027 29-Jan-2027 Home Office, Other Search and Select: Place 25 30-Jan-2027 30-May-2027 Tashkent, Uzbekistan Search and Select: Place 10 31-May-2027 11-Jun-2027 Home Office, Other Search and Select: Place 10 12-Jun-2027 01-Sep-2027 Total 70 Export to PDF Export to PDF Copyright (c) 1998, 2023, Oracle and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Copyright (c) 1998, 2023, Oracle and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Pick a Date Loading... Loading...