BEF–ILO Skills Matching System Testing Session Held in Chattogram

The Bangladesh Employers’ Federation (BEF), in collaboration with the ProGRESS Project of the International Labour Organization (ILO),
Country Office for Bangladesh, successfully organized a 2-day long “Skills Matching System Testing Session with Employers and Institutes”
during 20–21 May 2026. The event was held at the Conference Hall of the Chittagong Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CWCCI),
Chattogram.

The skills matching system, developed by a software agency, was piloted for the first time in Chattogram. Participants actively shared their views,
feedback, and insights on the system’s usability and effectiveness.

Objective

The objective of the program was to test the functionality and practical effectiveness of the skills matching system through active engagement of
TVET institutions and employers. The session also aimed to promote the Skills Needs Anticipation (SNA) system, reflecting the ongoing collaboration
between BEF and the ProGRESS Project of ILO to strengthen a demand-driven, data-informed skills ecosystem.

Facilitation & Activities

The session was facilitated by Mr. Joha Jamilur Rahman, Head of Training, BEF; Mr. Md. Wasfi Tamim, National Programme Officer
(Private Sector Engagement); Mr. Tanjel Ahsan, Senior Programme Officer, ProGRESS Project of ILO; and Mr. Md. Feroj Alom Molla,
TVET Expert. The training incorporated industry presentations, interactive matching exercises, and group discussions, jointly moderated by BEF and ILO
representatives.

A total of around 30 participants from TVET institutions, TVET students, job seekers and employers actively participated in the session and
contributed to the discussions.

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