RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually received financing 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 help the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in carrying out the World Bank-funded project efficiently.

The assignment will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, aimed at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and boost the skills of employees through recognized college certification.

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

The National Training Council now invites qualified individuals ("Consultants") to show their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants ought to provide details demonstrating that they have actually the needed certifications and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages addressing the compulsory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, similar conditions, and so on). Firms' staff may reveal interest through the employing firm for the assignment. In such a situation, only the experience and credentials of individuals shall be considered 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience developing and

executing RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and facilitation

abilities. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, consisting of federal government. agencies, TVET institutions, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop efficient team relationships with clients and pertinent 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. More information can be obtained at the address listed below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be

delivered in a written type to the address below (face to face or by email )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 fourth

Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has 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 intended to empower women and youth with the understanding and practices required 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 neighborhood resilience against environment modification impacts, specifically women

and youth, ensuring that nobody is left. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government agencies, 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, 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 developing a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we face the challenges postured by climate modification, understanding its effect on our water resources is essential for improving the wellness of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

rmi national training council Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential role of females and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop unites us from different neighborhoods to attend to the pressing concerns we deal with today, including climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We wish to highlight the vital role of women and youth in this project as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.

The very first day of the workshop covered important problems connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of climate change on water security and the disproportionate effects on susceptible groups. The importance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all task aspects was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the need for thorough security of vulnerable populations

throughout emergencies. Additionally, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the different types that can develop in disaster situations, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their essential function in health, incomes, school attendance, self-respect, and building resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all individuals

, stressing the significance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA task. More importantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your communities to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, participants checked out Rongrong Island and examined the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA job. The installation is an essential component of the task, matched by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to acted as a valuable firsthand experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA job 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 project 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 site see. I now understand the significance of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and prepared to assist when it gets here,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."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 provided me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm anticipating sharing this knowledge with my community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were better geared up to comprehend climate change and its regional effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and make use of brand-new resources to affect 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 Evaluates the efficiency of the job and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 wider assessments- the local assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the low quality of basic education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in skills training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector growth and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high among the youth and females in the external islands. Appropriate local experienced personnel for existing job vacancies

were unavailable, for this reason the importation of properly competent foreign employees. Thus, there was a mismatch between available tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the initiative for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to offer trained employees required for continual financial and social development. This was to be accomplished through an integrated national abilities training system. The task included 4 components: development of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved skills training chances for females and youth, and institutional strengthening. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, particularly ladies and youth in the external islands. Overall, the project was rated unsuccessful. Limited development was attained in making the task responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The enduring weak point 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 credited to the poor quality of standard education. The project was supply-driven and could 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 vocational education training system has remained fundamentally the exact same after job completion. The study put forward that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's

commitment to establishing a dedicated labour details system to link technical and occupation education training program offerings with market need. Although the job set up a labour market details system, in the absence of internal personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.