RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

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

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

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

The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are suggested in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now invites qualified individuals ("Consultants") to show their interest in supplying the Services. Interested Consultants need to offer information demonstrating that they have the needed certifications and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages dealing with the compulsory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, similar conditions, and so on). Companies' staff might express interest through the using firm for the project. In such a situation, only the experience and certifications of people will be thought about in the selection procedure. The criteria 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 designing and

carrying out RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and assistance

skills. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, consisting of federal government. companies, TVET organizations, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop reliable group relationships with clients and pertinent stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (consisting of 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 ", stating the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. Additional details can be obtained at the address listed below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to 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 should state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -complete name of the candidate". 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 recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This crucial training was organized by the United Nations Development Programme( UNDP )Pacific Office through the Addressing Climate Vulnerability in the Water Sector(ACWA) project. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower ladies and youth with the knowledge and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the

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

and youth, making sure that no one is left behind. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government companies, non-governmental organizations, and international 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 nation."It is our obligation to come together and collaborate. As we face the challenges presented by climate change, comprehending its influence on our water resources is important 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 resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop unifies us from different neighborhoods to address the pressing problems 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 participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.

The first day of the workshop covered critical issues associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the effects of climate change on water security and the out of proportion results on vulnerable groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all task aspects was also talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the requirement for comprehensive defense of susceptible populations

throughout emergency situations. Furthermore, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the various forms that can develop 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 presence, dignity, and structure resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, stressing the value of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA task. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he stated. Throughout the workshop, participants visited 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 project. The installation is an essential element of the project, complemented by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out served as a valuable direct experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA task on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her gratitude for the chance 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 a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website go to. I now comprehend the significance of clean 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 coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and projects.worldbank.org site visit 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 knowledge with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were better equipped to comprehend environment modification and its local effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and use new resources to impact their neighborhoods positively. ACWA is made possible 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 Assesses the performance of the job and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to two wider examinations- the local examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of standard education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in abilities training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector development and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was specifically high among the youth and women in the external islands. Suitable regional competent workers for existing task vacancies

were not available, thus the importation of appropriately competent foreign workers. Thus, there was an inequality in between available jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort 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 enhance abilities training to supply well-trained workers needed for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated national abilities training system. The job included 4 components: advancement of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, boosted skills training chances for ladies and youth, and institutional fortifying. The anticipated result was increased income-generating chances and employment for trainees, especially women and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the task was rated unsuccessful. Restricted development was achieved in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The long-standing weak point of poor numeracy and literacy competencies

amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or attending voc-tech education could be partly credited to the poor quality of basic education. The job 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 professional education training system has actually remained fundamentally the very same after task conclusion. The study advanced that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's

commitment to establishing a committed labour information system to link technical and vocational education training program offerings with industry need. Although the job established a labour market details system, in the lack of in-house personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally functional.