Standard 3: Human Resources Initiatives
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GCIT Accredited June 5, 2029/ A Grade Very Good/ Post Accreditation December 6
Standard 3: Human Resources Initiatives
References
Quality Assurance Documentation
Main Report
HR Promotion Documents- Memo
Gyalpozhing College of Information Technology (GCIT) currently supports 401 students with 35 academic and 45 non-academic staff. This results in a student-to-academic staff ratio of 11.46:1 and a student-to-non-academic staff ratio of 8.91:1. When both academic and non-academic staff are considered together (80 staff), the overall student-to-staff ratio is approximately 5.01:1. These ratios reflect a favorable environment for teaching, learning, and student services. A lower student-to-staff ratio suggests more effective academic engagement, administrative support, and individualized attention—factors that align with GCIT’s commitment to quality education under the Royal University of Bhutan’s standards.
Academic Staff 35 Non Academic staff 45 Students 401
Staff Timetable (35 Academic Staff)
HR Promotion Related Documents
Revised Promotion Criteria for Academic Positions (2021)
The Revised Promotion Criteria define the qualifications for promotion to various academic ranks. Professors require 15 years of teaching, 20 publications, and Nu. 15M in research grants, while Associate and Assistant Professors have lower thresholds for experience, publications, and funding. All candidates must demonstrate educational innovation, leadership, and consistently high performance ratings, supported by comprehensive documentation.
Promotion Notification (January Round)
The Promotion Notification outlines the timeline and requirements for RUB’s January promotion round. It highlights eligibility criteria, including teaching performance, years of service, research contributions, and professional achievements. It serves as a guide for candidates and administrators to ensure compliance with RUB’s standards and deadlines.
Promotion Form (Annexure 8/1
The Promotion Form is a template used by RUB to document applicants’ personal information, employment history, leave records, performance ratings, and research publications. It ensures a structured approach to evaluating promotions, requiring verification and recommendations from HR officers and university authorities to finalize the application.
HR Notification on Annual Leave Memo 2024
The document outlines the policy and guidelines for annual leave applicable to employees. It includes details on leave entitlements, procedures for applying, and conditions for approval. Specific provisions may cover carryover rules, leave encashment, and the process for requesting extended or extraordinary leave. The notification ensures transparency and compliance with institutional leave policies, promoting fair and consistent leave management across departments.
Academic and Non-Academic
The sample of IWP for academics. The IWPs are rated annually by immediate supervisors and are collected by the Admin section of record.
The IWP is used to determine an individual's annual increment and promotion. We do submit IWP of the individual during promotion to OVC, RUB for record and final approval in case of appeal for the staff.
Sample promotion notification to staff
Sample Skill skilling programme notification to staff
Scholarship opputunities for RUB Staff
Priority Fields of Study – Australia Awards 2026
This document outlines the priority fields of study for the 2026 Australia Awards Scholarships, aligned with Bhutan’s national development goals. Fields include ICT, business analytics, law, economics, urban design, and journalism. The selection emphasizes merit, gender equity, and inclusivity, especially encouraging applications from women, people with disabilities, and rural workers.
Australia Awards Scholarship (2026 Intake)
The Australia Awards Scholarships, open from February to April 2025, support Bhutanese from non-civil service sectors to pursue master’s or advanced diploma studies in Australia. Applicants must meet work experience and qualification criteria. Nomination letters are issued by MoESD. Full details and support are available through Australia Awards Bhutan.
Module allocation and Timetable
HR RUB Documentation
The RUB-HRRR 2017 establishes human resource policies for the Royal University of Bhutan (RUB) after its separation from the Royal Civil Service in 2011. It aims to attract and develop high-caliber talent, promote academic excellence, and recognize contributions. Key aspects include structured career progression, staff recruitment policies, performance evaluation, and professional development. It also addresses equity in promotions, ethical guidelines, and grievance redressal. The document supports organizational flexibility, research growth, and staff well-being, ensuring RUB’s long-term sustainability and commitment to national development .
The HRM Manual outlines the Human Resource Management Module, which streamlines recruitment, training, appraisals, and staff management at RUB. It details the functionalities for leave management, workforce planning, and employee evaluations. The system integrates data on employee lifecycle management, enabling seamless transfers, promotions, and separations. The manual highlights the use of online portals for HR processes, ensuring transparency, efficiency, and real-time access to records. It promotes systematic HR planning and enhances decision-making capabilities for HR administrators .
This directory outlines job descriptions, roles, and responsibilities for academic, administrative, and technical positions within RUB. It includes criteria for recruitment, promotion, and career progression, emphasizing qualifications, skills, and work activities. The document also provides a structured framework for fair and transparent hiring and promotion processes while detailing representative activities and knowledge requirements for each role. It serves as a guide for effective workforce management across various levels within the University.
Table of Contents -Standard 3- Human Resources
Updated Decemeber 16, 2024
Key Aspects, Indicators, and Questions/Instructions
3.1 Human Resource Management System
3.1.1: A comprehensive HR policy is in place.
3.1.2: Transparent and fair selection and recruitment mechanism upheld.
3.1.3: Proper induction, succession planning, and career progression are followed through.
3.1.4: Systems for performance appraisal, recognition, and reward are implemented.
• The performance appraisal and monitoring system followed at the institute.
• The system adopted to implement rewards and recognition at the institute.
3.1.5: Adequate staff with relevant qualifications and experience employed.
• Profile for faculty and staff.
• Faculty-student ratio set by the university/HEI.
3.2 Human Resource Development
3.2.1: A comprehensive HRD master plan in place and adhered to.
3.2.2: Continuous professional development for faculty and staff in place.
• The mechanism instituted to ensure continuous professional development for faculty and staff.
• List of continuous professional development availed in the last three years.
3.2.3: Annual operating budget for HR development instituted.
IWP (Individual Work Plan)
Quality Assurance Documentation
IWP (Individual Work Plan) is a performance planning tool used in the Royal University of Bhutan’s staff evaluation system. It outlines specific responsibilities, targets, and deliverables for each staff member over a set period. Developed collaboratively between the employee and their supervisor, the IWP aligns individual roles with institutional goals. It forms the basis for assessing staff performance during the annual review under the Performance Management System (PMS), which emphasizes accountability, continuous improvement, and recognition of achievements.
Prepared by Mr. Yeshi Penjor
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