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) expense. It plans to apply part of the profits for consulting services.

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

The task will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, aimed at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the rmi national training council National Training Council examine and enhance the abilities of employees through accredited college certification.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are shown in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now welcomes eligible individuals ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in supplying the Services. Interested Consultants must supply details demonstrating that they have the needed certifications and relevant experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages resolving the necessary experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, similar conditions, etc). Firms' staff may reveal interest through the using company for the assignment. In such a situation, just the experience and certifications of people shall be considered in the selection procedure. The criteria 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.

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 facilitation

skills. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, consisting of government. companies, TVET institutions, employers, 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 (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 revised November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Additional information can be obtained at the address below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should 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 -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 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 happened 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) job. 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 dedication to boosting RMI's water security and community durability against climate change impacts, specifically ladies

and youth, making sure that no one is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government firms, non-governmental companies, 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, 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 cumulative action in building a climate-resilient nation."It is our obligation to come together and collaborate. As we face the difficulties positioned by climate change, understanding its impact on our water resources is necessary for improving the wellness of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important role of women and youth in dealing with climate-related challenges."This workshop joins us from various communities to deal with the pressing problems we face today, consisting of climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We want to stress the crucial function of females and youth in this job as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.

The very first day of the workshop covered vital problems associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the impacts of environment change on water security and the disproportionate results on susceptible groups. The significance of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all project elements was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the requirement for detailed defense of vulnerable populations

throughout emergency situations. Furthermore, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the various forms that can occur in catastrophe situations, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their important function in health, livelihoods, school presence, self-respect, and structure durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his thankfulness to all participants

, stressing the significance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA project. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. Throughout the workshop, individuals visited 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 setup is a key element of the project, matched by assistance from Australia

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

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her thankfulness 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 very first time taking part in such training, and I found out a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website go to. I now understand the importance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm excited about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and ready to assist when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site check out increased my self-confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand provided me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm eagerly anticipating sharing this knowledge with my neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were better geared up to understand environment change and its regional impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and use new resources to affect 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 performance of the task and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 wider evaluations- the regional evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in skills training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector growth and government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high amongst the youth and females in the outer islands. Ideal regional experienced workers for existing task vacancies

were not available, thus the importation of appropriately proficient foreign workers. Therefore, there was a mismatch between offered tasks 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 skills training to provide trained employees needed for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The job included four elements: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training enhancement, enhanced skills training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional strengthening. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for students, specifically females and youth in the outer islands. In general, the project was rated not successful. Limited development was accomplished in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The long-standing weak point of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies

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

commitment to developing a devoted labour details system to connect technical and vocational education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the project set up a labour market info system, in the absence of internal personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.