IOSR Journal Of Humanities And Social Science ( IOSR-JHSS ) Volume 24 , Issue 2 , Ser . 7 ( March . 2021 ) 44-50 e-ISSN : 2279-0837 , p-ISSN : 2279-0845 . www . iosrjournals . org However , the skill sets and aspirations of Kenya ’ s young generation are disconnected from the
realities and demands of the actual labour market ( Ndayambaje , Ntawiha , Ngigi & Ampofo , 2016 ). Despite the availability of TVET policies , skills mismatch is highly attributed to a lack of strategic implementation plans in terms of monitoring and evaluation of training programs and courses offered based on how they meet labor market demand . Successful policy implementation will depend on inter-ministerial coordination , streamlining the regulatory ( oversight ) function , and developing monitoring and evaluation procedures ( UNESCO , 2017 ). While considerable literature exists on how to address core skills / soft skills through the educational curriculum , there is less material available to guide policy-makers on how to integrate core / soft skills into education and training systems ( Brewer & Comyn , 2015 ).
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To provide data to enable reliable assessment of entry-level skills and competencies required by employers and entrepreneurs ( demand ) and skills and capabilities possessed by youth entering the labor market ( supply ) across the key sectors which employ most youth To provide a clear understanding of what role employers or the workplace could play in training and skills development
Research Methodology This study employed a descriptive research design using the survey method . The study used both qualitative and quantitative methods . Quantitatively , the study used a structured questionnaire to collect data and qualitatively , it used Key Informant Interviews ( KIIs ). The survey employed purposive sampling . 3095 employees and 1164 organizations were interviewed . 693 self-employed youths were interviewed across 24 counties . Percentages were mainly used . In terms of qualitative data gathered from Key Informant Interviews was analyzed through content analysis . Qualitative information was transcribed , analyzed thematically , and presented in a narrative form . To ensure quality control , Aga Khan University ( AKU ) staff was deployed to the various counties for supervision .
Ethical considerations Aga Khan University ( AKU ) sought an introduction letter that expressed the purpose of the study . It also sought permission to interview the various establishments as well as introduce the enumerators . The enumerators sought consent from each of the respondents before engaging them . The consent indicated that the participation was voluntary and confidential and that there were no benefits / compensations / risks associated with the study . No identifiers were used that could link