RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has gotten funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It intends to apply part of the proceeds for speaking with services.

The consulting services ("the Services") will assist the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in executing the World Bank-funded job successfully.

The project will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing 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 evaluate and improve the skills of employees through certified college accreditation.

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

The National Training Council now welcomes qualified individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants ought to offer information demonstrating that they have the required certifications and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages dealing with the necessary experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable tasks, similar conditions, and so on). Companies' staff might express interest through the using company for the assignment. In such a situation, just the experience and certifications of people will be thought about in the selection procedure. The requirements 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 required as proof of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and assistance

skills. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, consisting of federal government. companies, TVET organizations, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct reliable group relationships with clients and relevant stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (consisting of 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 conflict of interest. Further information can be obtained at the address below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be

provided in a written kind to the address listed below (personally or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.

The subject line ought to 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 just recently taken place 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) job. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower ladies and youth with the understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a commitment to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood strength against climate change effects, specifically women

and youth, making sure that nobody is left. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government companies, non-governmental companies, 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 country."It is our obligation to come together and interact. As we face the obstacles postured by climate change, comprehending its influence on our water resources is vital for enhancing the well-being of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the vital function of women and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop unifies us from different neighborhoods to attend to the pressing issues we deal with today, consisting of climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We wish to stress the essential role of females and youth in this project as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The first day of the workshop covered important concerns associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of environment change on water security and the out of proportion effects on susceptible groups. The value of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all project aspects was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the requirement for thorough protection of susceptible populations

throughout emergency situations. In addition, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous forms that can emerge in disaster situations, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their important function in health, livelihoods, school attendance, dignity, and building resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his gratitude to all individuals

, highlighting the significance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA job. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, individuals checked out Rongrong Island and analyzed the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA project. The setup is a crucial element of the project, matched by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see acted as a valuable direct experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA project on the neighborhood and its

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

"This was my first time participating in such training, and I learned so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site visit. I now understand the significance of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA project coming to Jabat and ready to assist when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."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 offered me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm eagerly anticipating sharing this knowledge with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were better geared up to understand climate change and its local effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and utilize brand-new resources to affect their neighborhoods 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 performance of the task and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 wider evaluations- the local assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the special assessment research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in skills training and the employment and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector development and government downsizing. Joblessness was especially high among the youth and ladies in the outer islands. Suitable regional proficient personnel for existing task vacancies

were not available, hence the importation of appropriately competent foreign workers. Hence, there was a mismatch between readily available jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and occupation education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance abilities training to offer well-trained workers needed for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The project consisted of 4 components: development of a career awareness program, abilities training enhancement, improved abilities training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional strengthening. The expected outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and work for students, especially women and youth in the external islands. In general, the task was ranked not successful. Limited progress was accomplished in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The long-standing weak point of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or participating in voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The job 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 employment education training system has remained basically the exact same after task conclusion. The research study put forward that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's

dedication to establishing a committed labour information system to link technical and occupation education training program offerings with market demand. Although the job established a labour market info system, in the absence of internal personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.