RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has gotten financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It plans to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.

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

The assignment will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing 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 assess and boost the abilities of workers through certified college accreditation.

The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are suggested in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to show their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have actually the needed qualifications and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages dealing with the mandatory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable tasks, comparable conditions, etc). Firms' staff might reveal interest through the employing company for the assignment. In such a scenario, only the experience and qualifications of individuals will be considered in the choice process. The requirements for choosing 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience designing and

carrying out RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and facilitation

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

environment and construct reliable group relationships with customers and appropriate stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (including 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 dispute of interest. Further information can be acquired at the address listed below during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be

provided in a written type to the address listed below (face to face or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.

The subject line should 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 national training council 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 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) task. The week-long capacity-building training intended to empower ladies and youth with the understanding and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a dedication to boosting RMI's water security and neighborhood durability versus climate change effects, especially ladies

and youth, ensuring that no one is left behind. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government firms, non-governmental companies, and global 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 constructing a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the challenges posed by climate modification, comprehending 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 vital role of ladies and youth in attending to climate-related difficulties."This workshop unifies us from various communities to attend to the pressing problems we deal with today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources."We wish to highlight the important role of ladies and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.

The 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 effects of environment change on water security and the disproportionate effects on susceptible groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all project elements was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the requirement for detailed protection of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. In addition, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous forms that can develop in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their important function in health, incomes, school presence, dignity, and structure durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all individuals

, highlighting the significance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA task. More significantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, individuals went to 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 crucial component of the task, complemented by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to acted as an important direct experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA project on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her thankfulness for the opportunity to join the workshop and made clear 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 discovered a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site visit. I now comprehend the significance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and all set to help when it arrives,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and site see enhanced my confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

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 comprehend climate modification and its local impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and utilize brand-new resources to impact their communities 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 project and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two wider evaluations- the local assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the low quality of basic education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in skills training and the occupation and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector growth and government downsizing. Joblessness was especially high amongst the youth and ladies in the outer islands. Suitable regional competent personnel for existing job vacancies

were not available, hence the importation of appropriately competent foreign employees. Thus, there was an inequality in between available tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to offer trained employees required for continual financial and social development. This was to be attained through an integrated national skills training system. The project consisted of 4 components: advancement of a career awareness program, skills training enhancement, enhanced skills training chances for women and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and work for trainees, particularly ladies and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the job was rated unsuccessful. Minimal development was attained in making the job responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The long-standing weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies

among public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or participating in voc-tech education could be partly credited to the poor quality of standard education. The project was supply-driven and might not establish a strong linkage with economic 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 essentially the exact same after job completion. The research study advanced that ADB might encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's

commitment to developing a committed labour info system to link technical and vocational education training program offerings with market need. Although the task set up a labour market details system, in the absence of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.