Build Bhutan Project

About Us

The COVID-19 global pandemic has impacted on various sectors of the economy in the country. Various sectors are expected to lay off their employees due to negative economic impact and Bhutanese working abroad are also expected to return either due to contract expiry or layoff. Additionally, there are unemployed and registered job seekers with the MoLHR. On the other hand, the COVID-19 has created a huge employment gap in the construction sector. Therefore, as an immediate intervention to the rising concern, the Build Bhutan Project is being initiated and implemented by MoLHR over a period of two years to address unemployment and lay off by filling the gap in the construction sector.

However, the project also intends to address wider and long-term goals of the construction industry which are to:

1. Mobilize, create and manage a pool of skilled workforce,
2. Promote the sector as an attractive avenue for employment, and
3. Design/develop attractive incentives to attract and retain workforce in the sector.

The project will engage around 7000 individuals over a period of two years of which 2000 will be provided with skilling, reskilling and upskilling opportunities in construction trades leading to national certification. The individuals engaged under the program will be paid an engagement top-up and skilling stipend.
The project will also facilitate the formation of specialised groups in construction occupations and provide support such as tools and equipment, wage top-up, outsourcing work and also facilitate creation of conducive policy environment.

FAQ

1. Eligibility criteria for Skilling

A Bhutanese citizen who has completed minimum of class VI and attained minimum of 18 years and who is either:

• Overseas returnees or,
• Job seekers registered in MoLHR job portal

2.Eligibility criteria for Engagement

A Bhutanese citizen who has attained minimum of 18 years and who is either:

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or by visiting the following places:

There are three options:

Monthly income will differ based on your qualifications and skills level. Refer table below for details:

Skill level	Category	Minimum market monthly wage to be paid by employer(A)	Wage top up 15% (B)	Wage package (Take home) (A+B)	Provident Fund (PF) Scheme Contribution
Skill level	Category	Minimum market monthly wage to be paid by employer(A)	Wage top up 15% (B)	Wage package (Take home) (A+B)	BBP 10% (C)	Employee 5% (D)	Total (C+D)
Engineer	A	Nu. 20,000	Nu. 3000	Nu. 23,000	Nu. 2000	Nu. 1000	Nu. 3000
Diploma	A	Nu. 18,000	Nu. 2700	Nu. 20,700	Nu. 1800	Nu. 900	Nu. 2700
NC3	A	Nu. 16,500	Nu. 2475	Nu. 18,975	Nu. 1650	Nu. 825	Nu. 2475
NC2	A	Nu. 15,000	Nu. 2250	Nu. 17,250	Nu. 1500	Nu. 750	Nu. 2250
Unskilled	B	Nu. 12,000	Nu. 1,800	Nu. 13,800	Nu. 1,200	Nu. 600	Nu. 1800

One year during the engagement period.

While you have the option to choose your preferred location during the time of registration, your placement will depend on the availability of vacancies and project site/location.

No, the employer will provide accommodation facilities at the worksite or nearby areas as per the minimum accommodation standards prescribed by the Project Management Unit, MoLHR.

Not under BBP. However, interested candidates wishing to join other sectors can apply for Youth Engagement and Livelihood Program (YELP) under MoLHR. (Click here for more details about YELP...)

Individuals opting for skilling program will undergo foundational skills training at any of the five Technical Training Institutes for one to two months followed by engagement in various project sites. The skilling program will lead to certification at NC2 and NC3 level through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) assessment.

A monthly stipend of Nu. 6000 will be provided in addition to food and accommodation which will be arranged at the TTIs.

Sl. No	Course Name	NC Level	Foundational Course Training (Months)
1	Masonry	NC2	1.7
1	Masonry	NC3	0.5
2	Construction Carpentry	NC2	2.2
2	Construction Carpentry	NC3	0.5
3	Plumbing	NC2	1.3
3	Plumbing	NC3	0.5
4	Domestic Wiring	NC2	0.8
4	Industrial Electrician	NC3	1
5	Welding	NC2	1.5
5	Welding	NC3	1
6	Excavator Operation	NC2	1
6	Excavator Operation	NC3	0.5
7	Building Painting	NC2	0.5

It is a group formed with a minimum of 5 members to deliver services in the construction sector in one or more of the six trades.

(Specialized Firm registered with BBP )

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BBP will provide basic PPE (Safety boot, helmet, reflective vest) to those employees engaged through the project. However, as an employer, you are also required to provide other specific PPEs according to nature of work and associated risks.

Yes, as an employer you are required to provide accommodation facilities at the worksite or nearby areas as per the minimum accommodation standards prescribed by the Project Management Unit, MoLHR.