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) expense. It intends to apply part of the profits for speaking with services.

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

The task will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing 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 assess and enhance the skills of workers through certified college certification.

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

The National Training Council now invites eligible people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants need to offer information demonstrating that they have actually the needed credentials and pertinent experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages addressing the mandatory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable tasks, similar conditions, and so on). Firms' staff might express interest through the utilizing company for the task. In such a scenario, only the experience and certifications 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.

Possess 2-5 years' experience developing and

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

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

environment and build reliable team 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 revised November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. More details can be gotten at the address below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be

delivered 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 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 4th

Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has just recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's school 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) project. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower women and youth with the understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood durability against environment change impacts, specifically females

and youth, ensuring that no one is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government companies, 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, highlighted the significance of collective action in constructing a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the challenges presented by environment change, comprehending its effect on our water resources is vital for enhancing the wellness of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the vital role of women and youth in resolving climate-related challenges."This workshop joins us from numerous communities to address the pressing issues we face today, consisting of climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We wish to emphasize the essential role of females and youth in this project as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.

The first day of the workshop covered vital problems associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of environment change on water security and the disproportionate results on vulnerable groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all job elements was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, stressing the need for thorough security of vulnerable populations

during emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the different types that can emerge in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their essential role in health, livelihoods, school participation, dignity, and building resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his gratitude to all individuals

, stressing the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA task. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your communities to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, individuals went to 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 installation is an essential part of the job, complemented by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see functioned as a valuable direct experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA project on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her thankfulness for the opportunity to sign up with the workshop and explained 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 guest speakers, group activities, and the site visit. I now understand the significance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA job concerning Jabat and all set to assist when it arrives,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site see boosted 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 eagerly anticipating sharing this knowledge with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were much better geared up to understand climate modification and its local effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and utilize brand-new resources to impact their communities favorably. ACWA is enabled thanks to the support 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 project and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to two more comprehensive examinations- the regional assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of fundamental education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities training and the vocational and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector growth and government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high amongst the youth and ladies in the external islands. Appropriate regional competent personnel for existing task vacancies

were unavailable, for this reason the importation of properly experienced foreign employees. Hence, there was a mismatch 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 professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to supply well-trained employees required for sustained financial and social development. This was to be attained through an integrated national abilities training system. The task included 4 parts: advancement of a career awareness program, abilities training enhancement, enhanced abilities training chances for females and youth, and institutional fortifying. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating chances and employment for trainees, particularly women and youth in the external islands. In general, the project was rated not successful. Limited development was attained in making the task responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The enduring weakness of poor numeracy and literacy competencies

amongst 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 basic education. The task was supply-driven and could not develop a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and occupation education training system has remained essentially the very same after project completion. The study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's

commitment to establishing a devoted labour details system to link technical and vocational education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the project established a labour market information system, in the lack of in-house personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally functional.