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 intends to apply part of the earnings 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 evaluate and boost the abilities of employees through recognized college accreditation.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project are indicated in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now invites eligible individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants ought to provide information demonstrating that they have actually the required credentials and relevant experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages dealing with the compulsory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies' personnel may reveal interest through the employing firm for the assignment. In such a circumstance, only the experience and certifications of individuals 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 an associated field. Minimum of 5-10 years of experience working in TVET System. Curriculum Design and Systems.

Possess 2-5 years' experience designing and

executing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and assistance

skills. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, consisting of government. companies, TVET organizations, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct efficient group relationships with clients and appropriate 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 conflict of interest. More information can be acquired at the address listed below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be

delivered in a written type to the address 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 fourth

Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This crucial training was organized by the United Nations Development Programme( UNDP )Pacific Office through the Addressing Climate Vulnerability in the Water Sector(ACWA) project. 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 reinforces a commitment to boosting RMI's water security and community durability against climate modification effects, especially women

and youth, guaranteeing that no one is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government firms, non-governmental organizations, and international 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 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 duty to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the challenges positioned by environment modification, comprehending its effect on our water resources is vital for enhancing the wellness of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the vital role of females and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop unites us from different communities to resolve the pressing issues we face today, including climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We wish to stress the essential function of ladies and youth in this job as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.

The very first day of the workshop covered important problems associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of climate modification on water security and the disproportionate effects on susceptible groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all project elements was also talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the requirement for detailed security of susceptible populations

throughout emergency situations. In addition, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous kinds that can emerge in disaster situations, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their essential function in health, livelihoods, school presence, dignity, and building durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all participants

, stressing the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA task. More significantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your communities to empower others,"he stated. Throughout the workshop, participants went to Rongrong Island and analyzed the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA task. The installation is a crucial component of the job, complemented by assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see acted as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA task on the neighborhood and its

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

"This was my first time taking part in such training, and I learned a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website go to. I now understand the significance 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 said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site visit increased my confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand gave me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm looking forward to sharing this knowledge with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better geared up to understand environment change and its regional effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and utilize new resources to impact their communities favorably. 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 Assesses the performance of the job and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to two broader evaluations- the local examination of ADB support for the Pacific and the special examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional achievement and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of basic 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 joblessness because of constrained private sector development and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was particularly high amongst the youth and females in the external islands. Appropriate local experienced workers for existing job vacancies

were not available, hence the importation of appropriately experienced foreign workers. Hence, there was a mismatch in between available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied 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 well-trained employees required for continual economic and social development. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The job included four elements: development of a career awareness program, skills training improvement, boosted skills training chances for ladies and youth, and institutional strengthening. The expected result was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for trainees, especially females and youth in the outer islands. In general, the job was rated unsuccessful. Minimal development was accomplished in making the task responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or attending voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of fundamental education. The project was supply-driven and might not establish a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and trade education training system has actually stayed fundamentally the same after task conclusion. The study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's

dedication to establishing a dedicated labour information system to link technical and vocational education training program offerings with market demand. 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 totally functional.