RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually gotten financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It intends 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 executing the World Bank-funded task effectively.

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

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

The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants must provide information demonstrating that they have actually the needed qualifications and pertinent experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages addressing the mandatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable assignments, comparable conditions, etc). Firms' staff may express interest through the utilizing firm for the task. In such a scenario, only the experience and certifications of people will be thought about in the choice process. The requirements 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience developing and

implementing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and facilitation

abilities. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, including 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 construct 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 conflict of interest. More details can be acquired at the address below during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be

provided in a written kind to the address listed 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 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 campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This crucial 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 ladies and youth with the understanding and practices required for climate-resilient water safety management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a dedication to boosting RMI's water security and community resilience versus climate change impacts, specifically ladies

and youth, making sure that no one is left behind. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental companies, and worldwide advancement 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, underscored the significance of cumulative action in building a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and interact. As we face the difficulties postured by climate change, understanding its effect on our water resources is necessary for improving the wellness of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important role of females and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop joins us from various neighborhoods to deal with the pressing concerns we face today, including climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We wish to stress the essential function of women and youth in this job as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.

The first day of the workshop covered vital concerns related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of climate modification on water security and the out of proportion results on vulnerable groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all job aspects was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the requirement for extensive security of susceptible populations

during emergencies. Additionally, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the different kinds that can emerge in catastrophe circumstances, 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 participation, self-respect, and building resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, highlighting the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA job. More importantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, participants visited 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 setup is a crucial part of the project, complemented by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see acted 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 very first time participating in such training, and I discovered a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site check out. I now comprehend the significance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and ready to help when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site visit boosted my self-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 looking forward to sharing this knowledge with my neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were better equipped to understand climate modification and its regional impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, 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 Evaluates the efficiency of the project and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to two broader evaluations- the regional assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of basic education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in skills training and the employment and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector development and government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high amongst the youth and ladies in the external islands. Suitable local knowledgeable workers for existing task vacancies

were not available, thus the importation of appropriately proficient foreign workers. Hence, there was an inequality in between available tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and employment education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to offer well-trained employees required for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The project consisted of 4 elements: advancement of a career awareness program, abilities training enhancement, enhanced abilities training chances 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 external islands. Overall, the project was ranked not successful. Restricted progress was achieved in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The long-standing weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies

amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or going to voc-tech education could be partially credited to the poor quality of fundamental education. The job was supply-driven and could not develop 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 stayed essentially the exact same after project completion. The study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's

commitment to developing a committed labour information system to link technical and professional education training program offerings with industry need. Although the project established a labour market information system, in the absence of internal staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not completely functional.