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IRIS-Corp, along with Skill Council for Green Jobs (SCGJ), got an opportunity to train and assess 22 officers of State Bank of India on 29th Aug, 2019 in Pune. The objective of the 2-day training, organized by Skill Council for Green Jobs, was to familiarize participants with the technicalities of Solar Projects. This knowledge would be helpful in judiciously analyzing a proposal before processing loans for the bank’s customers

After completion of the training, IRIS-Corp’s Field Assessor conducted an assessment of learning via an offline theory test. He also shared his past experiences in the field with the participants. Field Assessor shared feedback of the training and assessment with SBI senior management. SPOC of SCGJ made a surprise visit to the training venue on the day of the assessment. He was impressed with the arrangements, training plan, content quality, range of topics covered, and the expertise of Field Assessor. SPOC praised IRIS-Corp for smooth execution of the given mandate. IRIS-Corp completed this activity in time and shared the results with the respective AB for further processing and action.

IRIS-Corp, along with BFSI Sector Skill Council, trained and assessed 1500 employees in the months of July and August, 2019 under “Recognition of Prior Learning-4 (RPL.4) best in class employers” in the states of Kerala, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Delhi and Gujarat. RPL is a platform that provides recognition to informal learning or learning through work enabling such learning to get equal acceptance as formal education. It aims at appreciation of prior learning irrespective of the medium of learning. In short, RPL assesses and provides valuation of an individual’s prior learning as an outcome rather than a process. IRIS-Corp performed RPL for the job role of Loan Processing Officer at Muthoot Fincorp Ltd. The exercise involved Collecting data of the participants, Delivering relevant training, Registering the participants on Skill Development Management System (SDMS), Conducting assessments, and Uploading results.

The objective of the training was to make the employees of Muthoot Fincorp well versed with several aspects of the company’s business - Sales, Marketing, Types of customers, Financial products such as Types of loans etc. Our trainers involved the participants in various activities to explain the content in a practical and easy-to-understand manner. After completion of training, Trainer and Admin Support conducted Theory Assessment of the participants. IRIS-Corp completed this activity in time and shared the results with the respective AB for further process

Tapping of rubber is a highly skilled job. Currently, there is a wide gap between actual production and production potential of Natural Rubber. This is attributed to shortage of skilled personnel for tapping coupled with the skill gaps in the available tappers. Majority of the rubber units in the country are in the MSME sector. RSDC has launched a major effort towards upskilling and reskilling of workforce employed in rubber industries across the country under PMKVY scheme. Individuals with prior learning experience or skills are also assessed and certified under RPL. Skill development aimed at productivity enhancement will lead to improved resource efficiency and increased farm income.

IRIS-Corp partnered with Rubber Skill Development Council to conduct assessments under RPL Project for 300+ candidates on 7th February, 2019 and 27th February, 2019 in the states of Nagaland, Tripura, and Kerala. RPL Project focuses on according candidates credit for skill, knowledge, and experience gained through working and learning. IRIS-Corp, in coordination with RSDC, envisaged and executed a process flow to effectively assess those who work in this sector.

• Companies nominated candidates for RPL assessments and shared details with RSDC, which, in turn, handed it over to IRIS-Corp.
• IRIS-Corp conducted assessments in batches of 25-30 candidates each through an approved Field Assessor for the Job Role of “Latex Harvest Technician”.
• Assessment included online Theory test followed by Practical & Viva.
• Results were compiled and shared on a real-time basis with RSDC.

IRIS-Corp has joined hands with Electronics Sector Skill Council to upgrade and upskill Air Conditioner technicians under RPL Project. Individuals with prior knowledge, experience, and/or skills are assessed and certified under HPMP-RPL Project. The objective of the project is to provide training on “good service practices” to air-conditioner technicians, most of whom lack formal training. IRIS-Corp assessed 1100 candidates in the month of January, 965 candidates in February, and 620 in March throughout Delhi, Punjab, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Odisha, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and West Bengal. IRIS-Corp deployed 15 certified Field Assessors to successfully assess all candidates for the Job Role - Field Technician (Air Conditioner).

Agenda of the Meeting

• Orientation program designed to impart relevant skills and knowledge to the participants in order to carry out quality assessments.
• Introduce team to the process of Online Assessment/Demonstration on Tablets.

With the objective of training effective Field Assessors for MEPSC, an orientation program was organized in IRIS-Corp premises at Building no. 81, Sector-44, Gurugram. As many as fourteen Field Assessors from PAN India attended the program. Orientation program included sessions on Skill India, Brief on MEPSC, Role of Field Assessor, Session on Modes of Assessment, and Documentation. During the program, an inspirational speech on “Our Focus on Work” was delivered by our Director & CEO, Mr. Sanjay Kapoor. While presenting the critical analysis, he highlighted the prerequisites of the ideal Field Assessor. Our General Manager, Mr. Sachin Chawla, followed by Mr. Anoop Sharma, and Ms. Archana Sharma, shared detailed information and procedures about - Our expectations as a Field Assessor, Guidelines of MEPSC to be followed during assessment, Modes of assessment, Qualification Pack, Marking scheme to be followed while assessing the candidates during assessment. The orientation program was enlightening and logical. It gave the participants clarity and motivation towards their Job Role.

Tapping of rubber is a highly skilled job. Currently, there is a wide gap between actual production and production potential of Natural Rubber. This is attributed to shortage of skilled personnel for tapping coupled with the skill gaps in the available tappers. Majority of the rubber units in the country are in the MSME sector. RSDC has launched a major effort towards upskilling and reskilling of workforce employed in rubber industries across the country under PMKVY scheme. Individuals with prior learning experience or skills are also assessed and certified under RPL. Skill development aimed at productivity enhancement will lead to improved resource efficiency and increased farm income.

IRIS-Corp partnered with Rubber Skill Development Council to conduct assessments under RPL Project for 300+ candidates on 7th February, 2019 and 27th February, 2019 in the states of Nagaland, Tripura, and Kerala. RPL Project focuses on according candidates credit for skill, knowledge, and experience gained through working and learning. IRIS-Corp, in coordination with RSDC, envisaged and executed a process flow to effectively assess those who work in this sector.

• Companies nominated candidates for RPL assessments and shared details with RSDC, which, in turn, handed it over to IRIS-Corp.
• IRIS-Corp conducted assessments in batches of 25-30 candidates each through an approved Field Assessor for the Job Role of “Latex Harvest Technician”.
• Assessment included online Theory test followed by Practical & Viva.
• Results were compiled and shared on a real-time basis with RSDC.

We are delighted to share the news that IRIS Corporate Solutions Private Limited (IRIS-Corp), an integrated HR Solutions provider in India, has been granted recognition as an Assessment Agency (AA) by National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET), MSDE(India) on a PAN India basis covering various industries and sectors to be serviced.

In this regard, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) ceremony was held on 17th March, 2023 with the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) and MSDE (India). The MOU was signed by Mr. Sandeep Gupta (Director & Co-Founder, IRIS Corporate Solutions Private Limited) and Col. Santosh Kumar, Director NCVET, in the esteemed presence of Dr. Nirmaljeet Singh Kalsi, IAS (retired), Chairperson NCVET, and other distinguished officials at the NCVET office in New Delhi.

We are confident that this recognition as an Assessment Agency with NCVET will enable us to do our bit in bridging this demand and supply gap and giving our country a sustainable employability model.

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our principals, clients, and supporters who have been instrumental in our journey so far.

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A gathering was arranged by the Telecom Sector Skills Council in New Delhi on January 6, 2023, to deliberate on "Telecom Vision to 5G Skilling" and to honor the finest Master Trainer, Assessor, and Telecom Trainer. All the Assessment Agencies and Training Providers empaneled with TSSC were extended an invitation, and the occasion was graced by esteemed guests such as Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, who is the Hon’ble Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, as well as the Hon’ble Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology of India.

We are delighted to announce that Mr. Bhupender H Chaurasia, one of our Field Assessors from Madhya Pradesh, has been honored with the Best Assessor Award for his remarkable performance in the field for the fiscal year 2022-23. IRIS-Corp takes immense pride in this achievement and is eager to continue making similar contributions in the future.

We extend our congratulations to Mr. Bhupender H. Chaurasia for his significant contribution in conducting assessments for the Telecom Industry. Not only does he possess exceptional technical skills and has been associated with us for several years, but he is also a person of great integrity and upholds professional ethics. We wish him all the best for his future endeavors and hope that he continues to make valuable contributions towards Skill India.

In the bid to promote Yoga for holistic wellbeing, Beauty & wellness skill council (BWAB) had organised a large-scale awareness event to celebrate the 8th International Day of Yoga on 21st June, 2022 with the a time relevant theme of “Say Yes to Yog and No to Rog”. Apart from organising health talks, live sessions from renowned industry experts, BWAB has also announced the day as a convocation ceremony day for the 500+ no. of students who has successfully completed and have passed the short-term training course in Yoga Job role. Iris-Corp as their partner was also roped in to be integral part of this prestigious program, accordingly we were entrusted to help them in back-end processing of data management and for a smooth execution of event administration role. With utmost proud we state that our associations and offering was loudly appreciated by both the BWAB management and the visiting participants/audience.

On this auspicious occasion, Dr. Blossom Kocchar, chairperson of BWAB congratulated all the successful students and recognized them by providing the certificates. Our Team members Ms. Sonia Singh and Ms. Bhumika Makkar, Mr. Ravi Kumar and Mr. Saurabh Sharma had supported BWAB as volunteers and had performed multiple tasks in the overall success of the event.

Team IRIS-Corp feels delighted and honoured to be a part of such a prestigious and social impacting event.

In response to immense pressure on local, state, and federal government to reopen the economy for the economic sustainability of their citizens, lots of companies are on the drawing boards and are creating plans to open establishments in the safest way possible. Therefore, keeping in line with the thought, IRIS-Corp had organized a webinar for its team member’s to discuss their safe return to the work place

In that webinar, our HR had discussed how IRIS-Corp is planning and proposing (protocols to adhere) for a safe return of employees to the workplace which includes:

• Employee’s obligations (e.g., social distancing, team splits, flexible working arrangements, workplace safety and data privacy)
• How to manage a smooth return to the workplace (e.g., temperature screening and continued Sanitization)
• Changes which might need to put in policies and contingency plans (e.g., Business Travel, Annual Leaves, Work from Home for those who cannot commute daily)
• Basic Hygiene Plans at an individual level
• Importance and use of Arogya Setu Mobile Application-Digital Monitoring
• Prevention & Awareness – Mandate wearing of Gloves, Mask for all the employees and Awareness sessions on the best practices attained at a individual level and deliberate schedule on weekly basis
• Travel Consideration from end to end.
• Employee action framework (Before leaving and After Reaching Home)
• Guidelines for Movement within the company.

This 45 minutes webinar includes a Q&A and suggestions session.

Conclusion

The Webinar turned out to be an effective road-map for the return of employees to the workplace, which includes increased considerations for employee overall safety. HR had also asked for suggestions from each employees to provide a manageable workplace to them while respecting employee’s safety and their responsibilities towards each other and the organisation as a whole. Leadership have come up with numerous possible suggestions to deal with Pandemic COVID 19 without hampering work and each employee has wholeheartedly appreciated the session.

It was indeed not only an open ended session but also had enhanced the knowledge base and a way forward session to return happily to the workplace.

On 20th Nov'19, Construction Skill Development Council of India (CSDCI) organized the "Assessment Agencies Meet" in New Delhi. All the Assessment Agencies who are empaneled with CSDCI was invited to the meet. The chief guest of the event was Shri Raj Kumar Singh, Hon’ble Minister of State (IC) (Power, New & Renewable Energy) & Minister of State (Skill Development and Entrepreneurship). Motive of the meet was to give recognition to best-performing assessment agencies of 2019 through an "Award Ceremony" and also have a discussion with the panel of industry experts from all the Assessment Agencies. The discussion panel was asked to give their inputs on the Challenges in Construction Skill Assessments & Its Probable Solutions and Best Practices in Competency-Based Assessments.Mr. Sanjay Kapoor, Director - IRIS-Corp, was also part of the discussion panel and was highly appreciated by everyone at the meet for providing his views on Best Practices in Competency-Based Assessments. Everyone at the meet supports the ideas shared by Mr. Sanjay Kapoor and was confident to implement the same in the future. IRIS-Corp was pleased to be a part of such a successful event and hopeful to serve its best services in Skill Eco-system.

IRIS-Corp, under the directive of Beauty and Wellness Sector Skill Council, assessed and certified 50 trainers in Kolkata on 7th Aug, 2019 and 14th Aug, 2019. Assessment was conducted in two phases - Domain and Platform - for the job roles of Beauty Therapist, Assistant Beauty Therapist, Hair Stylist, and Assistant Hair Stylist. Trainers from several states, such as Jharkhand, Bihar, Orissa, and West Bengal, participated in the assessment. Training of Trainers (ToT) program aims to develop delivery skills of those who wish to become trainers in the sectors of their choice and aligns them with National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF) anchored at NSDA under the leadership of Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India. IRIS-Corp assigned two Field Assessors each for Domain Assessment on 7th Aug, 2019 and Platform Assessment on 14th Aug, 2019. The exercise was challenging as it included conducting online assessment in multiple languages on the same day, assessing Domain and Practical knowledge of the Trainers, preparing result, and uploading it on SDMS. Ms. Taparna Roy, Senior Manager-Technical Training and Ms. Violet Goswami, Master Trainer from Beauty & Wellness Sector Skill Council visited the venue on the day of Domain Assessment and lauded IRIS-Corp team for its thorough planning and smooth execution of the exercise. IRIS-Corp is proud to contribute towards the Government’s vision to enhance skill of workers, thereby contributing to the progress of our country.

On 14th January 2020, Healthcare Skill Council organized the "Lead Training of Assessor" Program in New Delhi. Many Assessment Agencies nominated their candidates for this program to become a certified Field Assessor. The motive of the ToA Program was not only limited to certify the candidates as a Field Assessor but also help them to be well versed with the new Skill India Portal’s objectives, functionality and Quality Assurance in the assessment. Mr. Sanjay Kapoor, Director - IRIS-Corp, was also a part of the Training of Assessor Program and was invited by Healthcare Sector Skill Council to share his insight with the Field Assessors on "Why and How Quality Assurance in Assessment is maintained". Everyone at the program was highly motivated to hear from Mr. Sanjay Kapoor about his exposure and ideas to maintain Quality in Assessment. IRIS-Corp was pleased to be a part of such a successful event and hopeful to serve its best services in Skill Eco-system.