RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually received financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It means to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.

The consulting services ("the Services") will help the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in implementing the World Bank-funded project effectively.

The project will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, aimed at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and improve the abilities of employees through accredited college accreditation.

The in-depth Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are suggested in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now welcomes qualified individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in supplying the Services. Interested Consultants should supply details demonstrating that they have the needed certifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages resolving the necessary experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable assignments, comparable conditions, and so on). Firms' personnel may express interest through the utilizing company for the task. In such a circumstance, only the experience and credentials of people will be thought about in the selection process. The criteria for choosing the Consultant are: A.
Mandatory Qualifications and Experience Master's degree in education, training

, management, or a related field. Minimum of 5-10 years of experience working in TVET System. Curriculum Design and Systems.

Have 2-5 years' experience developing and

carrying out RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and assistance

abilities. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, including federal government. firms, TVET institutions, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build reliable group relationships with customers and pertinent stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (including companies )is drawn to paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank's"

Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers "July 2016 revised November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. More info can be gotten at the address listed below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be

delivered in a written type to the address below (personally or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.

The subject line must state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -complete name of the candidate". Julius Lucky Director National Training Council!.?.!ntcdr@ntcinfo.org:Phone: 692 625-4521 Empowering Community Champions for Sustainable Development in RMI Gender Equality, Climate Resilience and Water Safety Training Majuro,

Republic of the Marshall Islands: The 4th

Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has recently happened at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This essential training was arranged by the United Nations Development Programme( UNDP )Pacific Office through the Addressing Climate Vulnerability in the Water Sector(ACWA) project. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower women and youth with the understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a commitment to boosting RMI's water security and community durability against climate modification impacts, especially ladies

and youth, guaranteeing that no one is left. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government companies, non-governmental organizations, and global advancement partners from the RMI Environmental Protection Authority, Climate Change Directorate, Office of the Chief Secretary, Ministry of Culture and Internal Affairs, National Disaster Management Office, Women United Together Marshall Islands, RMI Human Trafficking Task Force, Waan Aelõñ in Majel, Jo-Jikum, and the International Organization for Migration. In her opening remarks, Secretary for the Ministry of Culture and Internal Affairs, Brenda Alik, highlighted the significance of collective action in constructing a climate-resilient nation."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the challenges posed by environment change, understanding its effect on our water resources is vital for improving the well-being of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important function of women and youth in dealing with climate-related difficulties."This workshop unites us from different neighborhoods to resolve the pressing problems we deal with today, including climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We want to stress the vital function of females and youth in this task as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.

The very first day of the workshop covered crucial issues associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of environment modification on water security and the disproportionate effects on vulnerable groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all job aspects was also talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the need for thorough protection of susceptible populations

throughout emergencies. Additionally, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous kinds that can occur in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their essential function in health, livelihoods, school attendance, self-respect, and structure resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his appreciation to all individuals

, emphasizing the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA task. More significantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, participants visited Rongrong Island and analyzed the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank installed at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA task. The installation is an essential element of the task, complemented by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit worked as a valuable direct experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA job on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her appreciation for the opportunity to join the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the project when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my very first time taking part in such training, and I found out so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now comprehend the value of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm excited about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and prepared to assist when it arrives,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and site see enhanced my self-confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand provided me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm eagerly anticipating sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better equipped to understand environment change and its local impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and make use of brand-new resources to impact their neighborhoods favorably. ACWA is made possible thanks to the assistance of the Green Climate

Fund, with the job co-financed by the Government of the Republic of the Marshall Islands

. The Marshall Islands: Skills Training and Vocational Education Project Evaluates the efficiency of the task and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 more comprehensive evaluations- the regional evaluation of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique assessment research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of basic education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the vocational and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector development and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was specifically high among the youth and women in the external islands. Ideal regional skilled personnel for existing task vacancies

were not available, thus the importation of appropriately knowledgeable foreign workers. Thus, there was a mismatch in between offered tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the initiative for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to offer trained workers required for continual financial and social development. This was to be attained through an integrated national abilities training system. The project consisted of 4 parts: development of a profession awareness program, skills training improvement, improved abilities training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, particularly females and youth in the outer islands. In general, the task was rated not successful. Limited development was achieved in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The enduring weakness of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or attending voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The project was supply-driven and might not establish a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and occupation education training system has actually remained basically the same after task conclusion. The research study put forward that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's

dedication to developing a dedicated labour details system to connect technical and professional education training program offerings with market demand. Although the project set up a labour market information system, in the absence of in-house personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.