RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has received funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It plans to apply part of the earnings for speaking with services.

The consulting services ("the Services") will help the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in carrying out the World Bank-funded job efficiently.

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

The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project are shown in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now welcomes qualified people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants must provide information showing that they have actually the required credentials and relevant experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages attending to the compulsory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, similar conditions, etc). Companies' staff may reveal interest through the utilizing firm for the assignment. In such a circumstance, just the experience and certifications of people shall be considered in the selection procedure. The requirements for choosing the Consultant are: A.
Mandatory Qualifications and Experience Master's degree in education, training

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

Have 2-5 years' experience designing and

implementing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Excellent communication, training, and facilitation

skills. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, including federal government. firms, TVET organizations, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct effective group relationships with customers and relevant stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (including firms )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. Additional info can be obtained at the address below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be

delivered in a written type to the address listed below (in person 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 prospect". 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 actually just recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This vital training was organized by the United Nations Development Programme( UNDP )Pacific Office through the Addressing Climate Vulnerability in the Water Sector(ACWA) task. The week-long capacity-building training intended to empower females and youth with the knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a commitment to boosting RMI's water security and neighborhood strength against environment modification impacts, especially females

and youth, making sure that nobody is left. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government firms, non-governmental organizations, and worldwide advancement partners from the rmi national training council 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, underscored the significance of collective action in building a climate-resilient country."It is our duty to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the obstacles postured by climate modification, comprehending its influence on our water resources is essential for enhancing the well-being of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important role of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop unites us from various neighborhoods to resolve the pressing concerns we face today, including climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We want to highlight the essential role of ladies and youth in this project as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.

The first day of the workshop covered crucial concerns related to 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 change on water security and the disproportionate results on susceptible groups. The significance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all project aspects was likewise gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the need for thorough security of vulnerable populations

throughout emergencies. Additionally, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous types that can emerge in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their important role in health, livelihoods, school presence, self-respect, and building durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all participants

, stressing the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA project. More significantly, you are the champs and https://groups.google.com/g/coconut/c/YTifo7-b2KY future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, individuals went to Rongrong Island and took a look at the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank installed at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA job. The setup is a key element of the project, matched by support from Australia

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

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her gratitude for the chance to join the workshop and made clear her desire to be part of the task when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my first time participating in such training, and I discovered a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site check out. I now understand the significance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA job concerning Jabat and prepared to assist when it shows up,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and website go to 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 community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were better geared up to understand climate modification and its regional impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and make use of new resources to affect their communities favorably. ACWA is made possible thanks to the support of the Green Climate

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

. The Marshall Islands: Skills Training and Vocational Education Project Assesses the efficiency of the project and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to two broader examinations- the regional examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of basic education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector development and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was particularly high among the youth and ladies in the outer islands. Appropriate regional proficient workers for existing task vacancies

were unavailable, hence the importation of appropriately competent foreign employees. Hence, there was an inequality in between available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and employment education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to supply well-trained workers needed for sustained financial and social development. This was to be attained through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The job included 4 components: development of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, enhanced abilities training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for students, especially females and youth in the external islands. Overall, the task was ranked unsuccessful. Restricted development was achieved in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weak point of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or attending voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The project was supply-driven and might not develop a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and professional education training system has actually stayed fundamentally the same after job completion. The research study advanced that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's

dedication to establishing a committed labour details system to link technical and professional education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the job set up a labour market information system, in the lack of in-house personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not completely functional.