RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually received funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It intends to apply part of the profits for consulting 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 project will concentrate 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 improve the abilities of workers through accredited college certification.

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

The National Training Council now welcomes eligible individuals ("Consultants") to show their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants need to provide information demonstrating that they have actually the needed certifications and appropriate experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages addressing the necessary experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar assignments, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies' staff might reveal interest through the using firm for the task. In such a situation, just the experience and credentials of individuals will be considered 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 designing and

executing RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Outstanding interaction, training, and assistance

skills. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, consisting of government. agencies, TVET organizations, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct efficient group relationships with clients and relevant 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 ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Additional information can be gotten at the address listed below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be

provided in a written type to the address below (face to face or by email )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 actually recently taken place at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This vital 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 needed for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). This training enhances a dedication to improving rmi national training council's water security and community durability against climate change effects, especially ladies

and youth, making sure that no one is left. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government companies, non-governmental companies, and international development 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 national training council 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 work together. As we deal with the difficulties positioned by environment change, comprehending its influence on our water resources is necessary for enhancing the wellness of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important role of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop unifies us from different neighborhoods to attend to the pressing problems we deal with today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We wish to highlight the essential role of ladies and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The very first day of the workshop covered crucial problems 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 climate modification on water security and the out of proportion impacts on susceptible groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social addition into all job aspects was also discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the requirement for comprehensive protection of vulnerable populations

during emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the different forms that can develop in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their vital function in health, livelihoods, school presence, self-respect, and building durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all participants

, emphasizing the significance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA project. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, individuals went to Rongrong Island and analyzed the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank installed at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA job. The installation is a key part of the project, matched by assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see served as a valuable direct experience of the positive impact of the ACWA job on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her gratitude 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 participating in such training, and I learned a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website visit. I now understand the importance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm excited about the ACWA job concerning Jabat and prepared to help when it shows up,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website check out boosted my self-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 understanding with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better geared up to comprehend climate change and its regional effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and make use of brand-new resources to impact their neighborhoods favorably. ACWA is made possible thanks to the assistance of the Green Climate

Fund, with the job co-financed by the Government of the Republic of the Marshall Islands

. The Marshall Islands: Skills Training and Vocational Education Project Assesses the efficiency of the project and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two more comprehensive assessments- the regional examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the poor quality of basic education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the vocational and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector development and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high amongst the youth and women in the external islands. Appropriate regional skilled personnel for existing task vacancies

were unavailable, hence the importation of appropriately experienced foreign workers. Hence, there was an inequality in between readily available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the initiative for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and occupation education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance abilities training to offer trained employees needed for continual economic and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The job consisted of 4 elements: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved abilities training chances for ladies and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and work for students, especially women and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the project was ranked not successful. Limited progress was attained in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies

among public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or attending voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The project was supply-driven and might 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 employment education training system has remained essentially the very same after job completion. The study advanced that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's

commitment to establishing a committed labour information system to link technical and employment education training program offerings with industry need. Although the job set up a labour market information system, in the lack of internal personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.