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


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


The project will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing 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 recognized college certification.


The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are indicated in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).


The National Training Council now welcomes qualified people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants should supply info demonstrating that they have actually the required qualifications and relevant experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages resolving the necessary experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, similar conditions, and so on). Companies' personnel might express interest through the utilizing firm for the task. In such a circumstance, only the experience and certifications of individuals shall be thought about in the selection procedure. The criteria 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 designing and
implementing RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and facilitation
skills. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, consisting of federal government. firms, TVET organizations, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop effective 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 ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Further information can be obtained at the address listed below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
delivered in a written kind to the address listed below (in person or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line must state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -complete 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 occurred 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) job. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower females and youth with the knowledge and practices required for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a dedication to enhancing rmi national training council's water security and community resilience against climate modification effects, especially females

and youth, ensuring that no one is left behind. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government agencies, 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 developing a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and collaborate. As we face the obstacles posed by environment change, understanding its effect on our water resources is vital for enhancing the well-being of neighborhoods throughout 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 dealing with climate-related challenges."This workshop joins us from different neighborhoods to address the pressing concerns we deal with today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We want to highlight the important role of ladies and youth in this job as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The very first day of the workshop covered critical concerns connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the effects of environment change on water security and the out of proportion results on vulnerable groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all job elements was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, worrying the requirement for detailed defense of susceptible populations

during emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous types that can develop in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their crucial function in health, incomes, school presence, self-respect, and structure durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his appreciation to all participants

, highlighting the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA job. More significantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. Throughout the workshop, individuals checked out 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 project. The setup is a key element of the job, complemented by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit worked as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive impact of the ACWA task on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her gratitude for the chance to sign up with the workshop and made clear her desire to be part of the task when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my first time taking part in such training, and I learned so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website go to. I now understand the value of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA project coming to Jabat and ready to help when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and site check out boosted my self-confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand offered me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm eagerly anticipating sharing this understanding with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were better geared up to understand environment change and its regional effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and make use of new resources to impact their neighborhoods positively. 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 Evaluates the performance of the job and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two more comprehensive examinations- the local assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the special evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of basic education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in skills training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector growth and government downsizing. Joblessness was specifically high among the youth and women in the external islands. Ideal local skilled personnel for existing job vacancies
were not available, for this reason the importation of properly skilled foreign workers. Thus, 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 prioritize technical and vocational education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to provide well-trained workers needed for sustained economic and social development. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The project consisted of four elements: advancement of a career awareness program, abilities training enhancement, improved abilities training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional strengthening. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and work for trainees, particularly ladies and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the job was ranked not successful. Minimal development was attained in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies
amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or going to voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of fundamental education. The job was supply-driven and might not develop a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and occupation education training system has stayed fundamentally the very same after task completion. The study put forward that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to developing a dedicated labour information system to connect technical and employment education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the task established a labour market info system, in the absence of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully operational.