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) cost. It plans to use part of the proceeds for seeking advice from services.

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

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

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

The National Training Council now invites qualified individuals ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants need to offer information showing that they have actually the required qualifications and relevant experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages attending to the compulsory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable tasks, similar conditions, and so on). Companies' staff may reveal interest through the employing firm for the task. In such a circumstance, only the experience and certifications of people will be thought about in the selection procedure. 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.

Possess 2-5 years' experience creating and

implementing RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Excellent interaction, training, and assistance

abilities. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, including government. companies, TVET institutions, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build effective group 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. Additional details can be acquired at the address below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be

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

The subject line must 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 recently taken place at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This important 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 needed for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a commitment to improving RMI's water security and community resilience versus climate modification impacts, particularly women

and youth, ensuring that no one is left behind. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and worldwide 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 collective action in developing a climate-resilient nation."It is our obligation to come together and work together. As we face the obstacles posed by environment change, comprehending its effect on our water resources is important for improving the well-being of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

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

The very first day of the workshop covered critical concerns related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of climate modification on water security and the disproportionate results on vulnerable groups. The value of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all project elements was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the requirement for detailed security of vulnerable populations

during emergencies. Additionally, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the different kinds that can develop in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their essential function in health, livelihoods, school participation, self-respect, and building resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all participants

, stressing the value of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA task. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, individuals went to Rongrong Island and examined 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 crucial element of the task, complemented 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 task on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her gratitude for the chance to join the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the project when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my very first time taking part in such training, and I found out so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website visit. I now understand the importance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm excited about the ACWA project coming to Jabat and ready to help when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site check out enhanced 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 stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better equipped to comprehend climate change and its regional effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and utilize new resources to affect their neighborhoods favorably. ACWA is made possible 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. Offers inputs to two wider evaluations- the regional examination of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional achievement and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of basic education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in skills training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector development and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was specifically high among the youth and females in the outer islands. Suitable regional competent personnel for existing task vacancies

were not available, hence the importation of properly competent foreign workers. Hence, there was a mismatch in between readily available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and employment education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance abilities training to supply trained employees needed for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The task consisted of four parts: development of a profession awareness program, skills training enhancement, improved abilities training opportunities for females and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, particularly females and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the project was ranked unsuccessful. Limited progress was attained in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weak point of bad numeracy and literacy competencies

among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or going to voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of standard 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 basically the exact same after project conclusion. The study put forward that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's

commitment to developing a devoted labour information system to connect technical and employment education training program offerings with market need. Although the project established a labour market details system, in the lack of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.