Recruitment of Consultancy Firm for Development of TVET Center of Excellence Practical Training Unit (PTU) Model 

About the Assignment

Expertise France invites qualified and experienced consulting firms to submit proposals for the development of a Practical Training Unit (PTU) Model for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Centers of Excellence in Agriculture in Rwanda.

The PTU Model will serve as a comprehensive framework for designing, implementing, and operating integrated agricultural training facilities that combine crop production, livestock management, food processing, water and irrigation systems, and adult learning centers.

This assignment will support the transformation of Kisaro and Nyagahanga Technical Secondary Schools into national benchmarks for agricultural skills development, aligning with Rwanda's Vision 2050 and National Strategy for Transformation.

Key Requirements for the Model

The PTU Model must embed the following core elements:

• Climate resilience
• Gender and social inclusion
• Operational sustainability
• A "Learn by Doing" approach
• Alignment with national TVET standards and labor market needs

Scope of Work

The consultancy will be responsible for:

• Conducting situational analysis and needs assessment of existing facilities and training practices
• Designing an integrated PTU Model, including infrastructure layout, technical specifications, and operational procedures
• Developing frameworks for crop and livestock production, food processing, water management, climate resilience, and research and innovation
• Integrating gender equality, social inclusion, and adult learning principles
• Establishing governance, financial sustainability, monitoring, and community engagement models
• Providing an implementation roadmap and practical guidance for contextual adaptation

Target Beneficiaries

• Students and trainers at Kisaro and Nyagahanga TVET Centers of Excellence
• Women and young farmers
• Agricultural cooperatives
• Surrounding communities

How to Apply

Interested firms are invited to submit their proposals in strict accordance with the instructions outlined in the official Tender Document.