RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

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

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

The task will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, aimed at helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and boost the skills of workers through recognized college accreditation.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are indicated in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now welcomes eligible individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in providing the Services. Intrigued Consultants need to offer info showing that they have actually the needed certifications and pertinent experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages dealing with the obligatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, comparable conditions, etc). Firms' staff may express interest through the utilizing company for the assignment. In such a scenario, just the experience and qualifications of individuals will be considered in the choice process. The requirements 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.

Possess 2-5 years' experience developing and

implementing RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Excellent communication, training, and assistance

abilities. Experience with working 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 develop effective group relationships with customers and pertinent 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Further info can be acquired at the address below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be

delivered 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 fourth

Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has actually just recently happened at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This essential 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 females and youth with the understanding and practices required for climate-resilient water safety management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a dedication to improving RMI's water security and neighborhood durability versus environment modification effects, especially ladies

and youth, guaranteeing that nobody is left. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government firms, 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 country."It is our duty to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the obstacles posed by environment change, understanding its influence on our water resources is important for improving the wellness of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential role of ladies and youth in dealing with climate-related obstacles."This workshop unifies us from different communities to resolve the pressing issues we face today, including climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We wish to highlight the essential role of females and youth in this job as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.

The very first day of the workshop covered important problems associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of climate change on water security and the out of proportion results on vulnerable groups. The significance of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all job aspects was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, worrying the need for extensive defense of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. Furthermore, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the different kinds that can arise in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their crucial role in health, incomes, school attendance, dignity, and structure resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all individuals

, emphasizing the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA project. More significantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, participants 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 part of the task, matched by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out served as an important direct experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her gratitude 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 taking part in such training, and I found out so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site go to. I now understand the importance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA task pertaining to Jabat and ready to help when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and site check out enhanced my self-confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand provided me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm anticipating sharing this understanding with my community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were better geared up to understand climate modification and its regional impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and use brand-new resources to impact their neighborhoods favorably. ACWA is made possible thanks to the assistance 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 Examines the efficiency of the job and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 broader examinations- the local assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of basic education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the occupation 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 ladies in the external islands. Ideal regional skilled workers for existing job vacancies

were unavailable, thus the importation of appropriately proficient foreign employees. Hence, there was a mismatch between available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the initiative for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to supply well-trained workers required for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The task consisted of four components: development of a career awareness program, skills training improvement, improved skills training chances for females and youth, and institutional fortifying. The anticipated result was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for trainees, specifically females and youth in the external islands. Overall, the task was ranked unsuccessful. Restricted progress was accomplished in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The enduring weak point of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies

among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or going to voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The job was supply-driven and might not develop a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and professional education training system has stayed essentially the same after project conclusion. The study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's

commitment to developing a dedicated labour info system to connect technical and professional education training program offerings with market need. Although the task established a labour market info system, in the lack of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.