RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

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

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

The project will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and improve the abilities of employees through recognized college certification.

The in-depth Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are shown in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now welcomes qualified individuals ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants must supply information demonstrating that they have the required credentials 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 qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable projects, similar conditions, and so on). Firms' staff may express interest through the employing firm for the task. In such a situation, just the experience and qualifications of people will be thought about in the selection process. The criteria for electing 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. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and facilitation

skills. 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 build efficient group relationships with clients 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 revised November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. Additional details can be obtained at the address listed below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be

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

The subject line needs 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 national training council 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 happened at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This crucial training was arranged 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 intended to empower females and youth with the knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). This training enhances a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood strength against environment change effects, specifically women

and youth, guaranteeing that nobody is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government companies, 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 developing a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the difficulties presented by climate change, comprehending its effect on our water resources is important for enhancing the wellness of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important function of women and youth in addressing climate-related difficulties."This workshop unites us from numerous communities to address the pressing issues we deal with today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We wish to highlight the crucial function of women and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.

The first day of the workshop covered crucial issues connected to 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 modification on water security and the out of proportion effects on susceptible groups. The importance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all project elements was also discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the requirement for detailed protection of vulnerable populations

throughout emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous types that can develop in catastrophe situations, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their crucial function in health, livelihoods, school participation, dignity, and structure durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his gratitude to all individuals

, emphasizing the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are crucial 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 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 project. The installation is a key element of the job, matched by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit worked as a valuable direct experience of the positive impact of the ACWA task on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to sign up with the workshop and made clear her desire to be part of the task when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my very first time taking part in such training, and I discovered so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now understand the significance of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA project concerning Jabat and ready to help when it gets here,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site 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 eagerly anticipating sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were better equipped to comprehend climate change and its local impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and make use of brand-new resources to affect their communities favorably. ACWA is enabled 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 Evaluates the efficiency of the job and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 more comprehensive assessments- the regional assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in skills training and the vocational and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector growth and government downsizing. Joblessness was particularly high amongst the youth and females in the outer islands. Ideal local knowledgeable personnel for existing task vacancies

were not available, thus the importation of properly knowledgeable foreign workers. Therefore, there was a mismatch in between offered tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and occupation education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to offer well-trained employees needed for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The task consisted of 4 components: advancement of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved abilities training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for students, specifically ladies and youth in the external islands. In general, the project was rated not successful. Minimal development was achieved in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The long-standing weak point of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or going to voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of fundamental education. The task was supply-driven and could 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 occupation education training system has stayed basically the same after task conclusion. The research study put forward that ADB might encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, 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 market need. Although the project set up a labour market information system, in the lack of in-house personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not fully operational.