The Alignment of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) with Labor Market Demand: A Survey of Employer's Satisfaction with TVET Graduates' Skills in The Gambia

Abstract: This study investigates the alignment between Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programs and labor market demands in The Gambia, with a focus on employers' satisfaction with the skills of TVET graduates. Using a quantitative research approach, 125 employers from various industries, including agriculture, tourism, ICT, manufacturing, and construction, were surveyed. The results reveal that the agriculture sector employs the highest number of TVET graduates, while ICT, despite its global importance, remains underrepresented. Practical and digital skills were highly valued by employers, but satisfaction with these skills among TVET graduates was lower than expected, particularly in problem-solving and teamwork. Employers expressed higher satisfaction with graduates' time management and adaptability. The findings highlight the need for reforms in TVET curricula to better align with industry needs and for stronger collaboration between training institutions and labor market stakeholders. Recommendations include increasing practical training, investing in ICT facilities, and enhancing industry collaboration. Keywords: Technical and Vocational Education and Training; Labor Market Demand; Employers’ Satisfaction; Graduates. Title: The Alignment of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) with Labor Market Demand: A Survey of Employer’s Satisfaction with TVET Graduates’ Skills in The Gambia Author: Modou A. Sambou, Manjie Sambou, Begay Khan International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research ISSN 2348-3156 (Print), ISSN 2348-3164 (online) Vol. 14, Issue 1, January 2026 - March 2026 Page No: 237-246 Research Publish Journals Website: www.researchpublish.com Published Date: 28-February-2026 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18813093 Paper Download Link (Source) https://www.researchpublish.com/papers/the-alignment-of-technical-and-vocational-education-and-training-tvet-with-labor-market-demand--a-survey-of-employers-satisfaction-with-tvet-graduates-skills-in-the-gambia