RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

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

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

The task will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing 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 examine and boost the abilities of workers through accredited college accreditation.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are suggested in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now welcomes qualified individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants must supply information demonstrating that they have actually the required credentials and appropriate experience to perform 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 comparable assignments, comparable conditions, and so on). Firms' personnel might reveal interest through the utilizing company for the project. In such a scenario, only the experience and credentials of individuals will be considered in the selection procedure. 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience developing and

carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Excellent communication, training, and facilitation

abilities. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, consisting of government. agencies, TVET organizations, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop reliable team relationships with clients and relevant 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 ", stating the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. Additional info can be obtained at the address listed below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be

delivered in a written kind to the address below (in person 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 fourth

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 ). This essential 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 aimed to empower females and youth with the understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and community resilience against climate change effects, specifically women

and youth, making sure that no one is left. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental companies, and international 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 cumulative action in building a climate-resilient nation."It is our responsibility to come together and interact. As we deal with the challenges posed by climate modification, understanding its effect on our water resources is essential for enhancing the wellness of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential function of females and youth in dealing with climate-related obstacles."This workshop joins us from numerous neighborhoods to attend to the pressing concerns we deal with today, including climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources."We wish to emphasize the vital function of ladies and youth in this task 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 consisted of discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the impacts of climate modification on water security and the out of proportion results on susceptible groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all job elements was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the requirement for detailed defense of vulnerable populations

throughout emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the various kinds that can arise in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their vital role in health, incomes, school presence, self-respect, and structure resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all individuals

, stressing the significance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA project. More significantly, you are the champs 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 project. The installation is an essential component of the project, complemented by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see acted as a valuable firsthand experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA project on the community and its

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

"This was my first time taking part in such training, and I learned a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website see. I now understand the significance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA task pertaining to Jabat and ready to assist when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site visit increased my self-confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

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 stated. By the workshop's end, participants were better geared up to understand environment modification and its regional effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and make use of brand-new resources to impact their neighborhoods favorably. ACWA is enabled thanks to the support 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 project and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to two broader examinations- the local evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique 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 basic education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in abilities training and the employment 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 among the youth and women in the external islands. Suitable local skilled personnel for existing job vacancies

were unavailable, hence the importation of properly skilled foreign employees. Thus, there was an inequality between readily available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and vocational education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to provide trained employees required for continual economic and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The project consisted of 4 parts: advancement of a career awareness program, skills training enhancement, boosted abilities training chances for females and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, particularly ladies and youth in the outer islands. In general, the task was rated unsuccessful. Restricted development was achieved in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of poor numeracy and literacy competencies

amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or participating in voc-tech education could be partly 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 requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and vocational education training system has actually remained basically the exact same after task completion. The study advanced that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's

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