The Industrial Liaison Office at Kitui East TVC is responsible for building and maintaining strong connections between the college and the industry. The office plays a critical role in ensuring that the training offered at the college remains practical, relevant, and aligned with current labor market needs.

By coordinating trainee industrial attachments and facilitating engagement with employers, the office supports the college’s mission of producing competent and work-ready graduates.

Core Functions

• Industrial Attachment Coordination: Organize and manage the placement of trainees in various industries and organizations for hands-on experience as part of their course requirements.
• Industry Linkages: Establish and nurture partnerships with local businesses, public institutions, and private sector players to support industrial training and job market readiness.
• Attachment Supervision and Evaluation: Monitor and evaluate trainees during their attachment period through regular communication with host institutions and collection of feedback.
• Career Development Support: Provide guidance and support to trainees on career planning, workplace conduct, and job market expectations.
• Graduate Tracer Studies: Conduct follow-up studies on graduates to track employment outcomes and gather feedback to inform curriculum review.
• Industry Input for Curriculum Relevance: Collaborate with HODs and trainers to integrate industry feedback into program delivery and ensure alignment with evolving skills needs.

Key Stakeholders

• Trainees and Graduates: Primary beneficiaries of industrial attachment placements and career support.
• Employers and Industry Partners: Host trainees for attachments and provide valuable feedback on trainee performance and skills relevance.
• Heads of Department and Trainers: Collaborate with the Industrial Liaison Office in identifying placement opportunities and aligning training with industry demands.
• Government and Regulatory Bodies: Include ministries, county governments, and examination bodies that guide training standards and provide placement support.
• Parents and Guardians: Play a supportive role in preparing trainees for and following up during industrial attachment.

The Industrial Liaison Office at Kitui East TVC is dedicated to strengthening the bridge between training and employment by ensuring that our trainees receive relevant industrial exposure and are prepared for successful careers.