RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually received funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It intends to use part of the profits 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 effectively.

The assignment will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing 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 assess and improve the skills of employees through certified college certification.

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

The National Training Council now welcomes qualified people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Intrigued Consultants must supply details showing that they have actually the needed qualifications and pertinent experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages addressing the compulsory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable projects, comparable conditions, and so on). Firms' personnel may express interest through the using company for the assignment. In such a circumstance, just the experience and certifications of people will be considered in the choice procedure. 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience creating and

executing RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and assistance

abilities. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, including government. firms, TVET organizations, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

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

delivered in a written kind to the address below (face to face or by email )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 just recently taken place at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, https://www.unescap.org/sites/default/d8files/2023-08/ESCAP-2023-RP-Marshall-Islands-National-Investment-Policy-Statement.pdf 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 intended to empower women and youth with the understanding and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a dedication to boosting RMI's water security and neighborhood strength versus environment change impacts, particularly ladies

and youth, making sure that nobody is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental companies, and worldwide development 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 building a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and work together. As we deal with the obstacles positioned by environment modification, comprehending its impact on our water resources is vital for enhancing the wellness of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important function of females and youth in addressing climate-related difficulties."This workshop joins us from numerous communities to deal with the pressing problems we face today, including climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources."We want to stress the crucial function of ladies and youth in this job as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.

The very first day of the workshop covered important concerns connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of environment modification on water security and the out of proportion impacts on vulnerable groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social addition into all job elements was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the need for extensive protection of vulnerable populations

throughout emergencies. In addition, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the various kinds that can develop in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their essential function in health, incomes, school participation, self-respect, and building durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his appreciation to all participants

, highlighting the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA job. More significantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your communities to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, individuals checked out 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 setup is a key part of the job, matched by assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out served as an important firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA job on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her appreciation for the opportunity to sign up with the workshop and explained 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 visitor speakers, group activities, and the website visit. I now comprehend the value of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm excited about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and prepared to assist when it arrives,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website go to improved my 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 eagerly anticipating sharing this understanding with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were better geared up to comprehend climate modification and its local effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and use brand-new resources to affect their communities favorably. ACWA is made possible thanks to the support 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 Assesses the performance of the task and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 wider evaluations- the regional evaluation of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in skills training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector development and government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high amongst the youth and ladies in the outer islands. Ideal local skilled personnel for existing task vacancies

were not available, for this reason the importation of appropriately experienced foreign employees. Thus, there was an inequality in between offered tasks and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to offer trained workers needed for continual financial and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The job included 4 components: development of a career awareness program, abilities training enhancement, boosted abilities training chances for ladies and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, specifically females and youth in the outer islands. In general, the job was ranked unsuccessful. Limited development was achieved in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weak point of poor numeracy and literacy competencies

among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or going to voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The job was supply-driven and could not establish a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and trade education training system has stayed essentially the very same after project completion. The research study advanced that ADB might encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's

dedication to establishing a devoted labour details system to connect technical and professional education training program offerings with market demand. Although the project established a labour market information system, in the lack of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.