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) expense. It plans to apply part of the profits 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 effectively.

The assignment will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, targeted at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and boost the skills of employees through recognized college certification.

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

The National Training Council now invites qualified people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants must supply information showing that they have actually the required credentials and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages attending to the necessary 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 utilizing firm for the project. In such a circumstance, only the experience and credentials of individuals shall be considered in the choice procedure. The requirements for choosing 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

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

skills. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, including government. companies, TVET organizations, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build reliable team relationships with customers and appropriate stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (including 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. More information can be obtained at the address below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be

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

The subject line needs to 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 4th

Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has actually recently taken place at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). This essential training was arranged 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 strengthens a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and community durability versus environment modification impacts, especially ladies

and youth, ensuring that no one is left. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government agencies, non-governmental companies, and worldwide development partners from the rmi national training council 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 national training council 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 duty to come together and interact. As we face the difficulties postured by climate modification, comprehending its impact on our water resources is vital for improving 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 role of ladies and youth in dealing with climate-related obstacles."This workshop unifies us from numerous communities to address the pressing issues we face today, including climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources."We wish to highlight the important function of females and youth in this job as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The very first day of the workshop covered crucial issues associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the impacts of environment modification on water security and the disproportionate effects on susceptible groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all job elements was also discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, stressing the requirement for thorough defense of vulnerable populations

during emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the different forms that can occur in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their vital function in health, incomes, school attendance, dignity, and building resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all individuals

, emphasizing the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA job. More importantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. Throughout 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 task. The installation is a crucial part of the job, complemented by assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out served 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 thankfulness for the opportunity to join the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the project when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my very first time taking part in such training, and I learned so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site go to. I now understand the significance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and all set to help when it gets here,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and site go to boosted 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 anticipating sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were better geared up to comprehend environment change and its local impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and use new resources to affect their neighborhoods favorably. ACWA is enabled thanks to the assistance of the Green Climate

Fund, with the task co-financed by the Government of the Republic of the Marshall Islands

. The Marshall Islands: Skills Training and Vocational Education Project Evaluates the performance of the job and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 broader assessments- the regional examination of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of basic education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in skills training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector development and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was particularly high amongst the youth and women in the external islands. Ideal regional experienced personnel for existing task vacancies

were not available, thus the importation of properly skilled foreign employees. Thus, there was a mismatch in between offered jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the initiative 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 provide trained employees required for continual financial and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated national skills training system. The job consisted of 4 components: development of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, enhanced abilities training opportunities for females and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for students, especially females and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the job was rated not successful. Minimal development was accomplished in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The long-standing weakness of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies

among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or going to voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The job was supply-driven and could not develop a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and vocational education training system has stayed basically the very same after task completion. The research study advanced that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's

dedication to establishing a devoted labour information system to link technical and occupation education training program offerings with market need. Although the task established a labour market details system, in the absence of in-house staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.