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 plans to use part of the earnings for consulting services.

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

The project will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, targeted at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council assess and improve the abilities of workers through accredited college certification.

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

The National Training Council now invites qualified individuals ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants ought to supply information showing that they have the required qualifications and appropriate experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages addressing the obligatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, comparable conditions, and so on). Firms' personnel may express interest through the employing firm for the task. In such a scenario, only the experience and credentials of people shall be considered in the selection process. The requirements 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.

Possess 2-5 years' experience developing and

executing RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Outstanding communication, training, and assistance

skills. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, including federal government. firms, TVET organizations, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop effective group relationships with clients and relevant 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 ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. Further info can be obtained at the address below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be

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

The subject line should state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -full 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 national training council 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 occurred at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, 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) task. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower women and youth with the knowledge and practices needed 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 community durability against climate change effects, specifically women

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 organizations, and global 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 building a climate-resilient nation."It is our obligation 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 improving the well-being of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary function of women and youth in dealing with climate-related challenges."This workshop joins us from different neighborhoods to deal with the pressing concerns we face today, consisting of climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources."We want to highlight the vital role 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 concerns connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the effects of environment modification on water security and the disproportionate effects on susceptible groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all task aspects was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the requirement for detailed protection of susceptible populations

during emergency situations. In addition, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the various types that can arise in catastrophe situations, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their vital function in health, incomes, school participation, dignity, and building resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all participants

, emphasizing the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA project. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. Throughout the workshop, participants visited Rongrong Island and analyzed 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 assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to worked as an important direct experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her appreciation for the chance to sign up with the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the project when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my very first time participating in such training, and I learned a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now understand the significance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and prepared to help when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and website visit boosted my confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand provided me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm anticipating sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better equipped to comprehend climate modification and its local effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and utilize new resources to impact their neighborhoods positively. ACWA is made possible thanks to the assistance 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 Examines the efficiency of the task and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to two more comprehensive examinations- the local assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the poor quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities training and the occupation and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector growth and government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high amongst the youth and females in the external islands. Suitable regional proficient workers for existing job vacancies

were unavailable, thus the importation of properly proficient foreign employees. Thus, there was an inequality in between readily available tasks and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to offer trained employees required for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The task consisted of 4 parts: advancement of a profession awareness program, skills training improvement, boosted abilities training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, especially females and youth in the external islands. In general, the project was ranked unsuccessful. Limited progress was attained in making the task responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The long-standing weakness of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or participating in voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The task was supply-driven and might 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 essentially the same after job conclusion. The research study put forward that ADB might encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's

commitment to developing a dedicated labour information system to link technical and trade education training program offerings with industry need. Although the task set up a labour market info system, in the lack of internal staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not fully operational.