RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has received financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It intends to use part of the proceeds for seeking advice from services.

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

The assignment will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council assess and improve the skills of workers through recognized college accreditation.

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

The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants should supply info showing that they have actually the needed credentials and appropriate experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages dealing with the obligatory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, similar conditions, etc). Firms' personnel might reveal interest through the employing company for the project. In such a circumstance, just the experience and certifications of individuals shall be considered in the choice 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience designing and

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

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

environment and construct reliable team relationships with customers 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. More details can be acquired at the address listed below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be

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

The subject line should state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -full 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 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 just 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 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 intended to empower females and youth with the understanding and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood resilience against climate modification effects, particularly ladies

and youth, ensuring that no one is left behind. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal 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, www.unescap.org 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 responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the difficulties presented by climate change, comprehending its influence on our water resources is important for enhancing the wellness of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential role of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop joins us from numerous neighborhoods to address the pressing issues we face today, including climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We want to emphasize the crucial function of females and youth in this job as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The first day of the workshop covered critical issues related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the effects of environment modification on water security and the disproportionate impacts on vulnerable groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all task elements was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the need for thorough defense of susceptible populations

during emergency situations. In addition, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous kinds that can arise in disaster situations, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their important role in health, livelihoods, school presence, self-respect, and structure resistant neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his appreciation to all individuals

, highlighting the importance 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 return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, participants went to 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 job. The setup is a key component of the job, complemented by assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out worked as an important firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

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

"This was my first time participating in such training, and I discovered a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now comprehend the value of clean water and how to sanitize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA task coming to Jabat and ready to assist when it shows up,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site visit enhanced my 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 community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better geared up to comprehend environment modification and its local effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and utilize new resources to impact their communities positively. 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 Assesses the performance of the job and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 wider examinations- the local examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector growth and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high among the youth and ladies in the external islands. Ideal local competent personnel for existing job vacancies

were unavailable, thus the importation of appropriately experienced foreign workers. Therefore, there was a mismatch between readily available jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to offer trained employees required for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated national skills training system. The project included 4 elements: development of a profession awareness program, abilities training enhancement, enhanced skills training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional strengthening. The expected outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, particularly women and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the task was rated not successful. Restricted development was attained in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The long-standing weakness of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies

among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or going to voc-tech education could be partly credited to the poor quality of fundamental education. The task was supply-driven and could not establish a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and employment education training system has actually remained essentially the exact same after task conclusion. The study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's

commitment to developing a dedicated labour details system to connect technical and employment education training program offerings with market demand. Although the project set up a labour market info system, in the lack of in-house personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.