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) expense. It plans to apply part of the proceeds for speaking with services.

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

The task will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, aimed at helping 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 assignment are suggested in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now invites qualified people ("Consultants") to show their interest in supplying the Services. Interested Consultants must supply info demonstrating that they have actually the required qualifications and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages addressing the mandatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar assignments, similar conditions, and so on). Firms' staff may express interest through the employing firm for the assignment. In such a scenario, just the experience and certifications of individuals will be thought about in the choice process. The criteria for electing 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.

Possess 2-5 years' experience developing and

executing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and facilitation

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

environment and construct reliable team relationships with clients and appropriate 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. More details can be gotten at the address listed below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be

provided 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 should state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -full 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 recently taken place at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This important 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 aimed to empower women 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 dedication to improving RMI's water security and community strength versus environment change effects, particularly females

and youth, guaranteeing that no one is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government companies, non-governmental companies, and worldwide 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, underscored the significance of collective action in developing a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we face the challenges presented by climate change, comprehending its impact on our water resources is essential for improving the wellness of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

rmi national training council Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important function of ladies and youth in addressing climate-related obstacles."This workshop unites us from different neighborhoods to address the pressing issues we deal with today, including climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We want to stress the essential function of ladies and youth in this job as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.

The very first day of the workshop covered critical problems connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of climate modification on water security and the out of proportion impacts on vulnerable groups. The value of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all project aspects was also discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, stressing the need for detailed defense of susceptible populations

throughout emergencies. In addition, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous forms that can arise in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their crucial function in health, livelihoods, school attendance, dignity, and structure resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all individuals

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

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to worked as a valuable direct experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA task on the neighborhood and its

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

"This was my first time participating in such training, and I found out a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now comprehend the significance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm excited about the ACWA project coming to Jabat and all set to help when it shows up,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website check out boosted my self-confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand gave me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm looking forward to sharing this understanding with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better geared up to comprehend environment change and its regional effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and utilize new resources to affect their neighborhoods positively. ACWA is enabled 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 job and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to two wider evaluations- the regional examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of basic education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in skills training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector growth and government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high among the youth and ladies in the external islands. Ideal local proficient personnel for existing task vacancies

were unavailable, for this reason the importation of appropriately experienced foreign workers. Hence, there was an inequality between readily available jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to provide well-trained employees needed for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated national skills training system. The job consisted of 4 parts: development of a profession awareness program, abilities training enhancement, enhanced skills training chances for women and youth, and institutional strengthening. The expected outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, particularly ladies and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the job was ranked not successful. Limited development was accomplished in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The enduring weak point of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or going to voc-tech education could be partly credited 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 requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and occupation education training system has remained fundamentally the exact same after project conclusion. The study put forward that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's

commitment to developing a dedicated labour info system to link technical and occupation education training program offerings with market demand. Although the task established a labour market details system, in the lack of internal staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.