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 plans to use part of the proceeds for speaking with services.

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

The assignment will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, targeted at helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and improve the skills of workers through recognized college certification.

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

The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to show their interest in supplying the Services. Interested Consultants ought to supply info demonstrating that they have the required credentials and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages attending to the obligatory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, similar conditions, and so on). Firms' staff might reveal interest through the using company for the assignment. In such a scenario, only the experience and credentials of individuals shall be thought about in the choice process. The criteria for electing 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 developing and

executing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Excellent communication, training, and assistance

abilities. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, including government. companies, TVET organizations, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct reliable team relationships with clients and appropriate 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 ", stating the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. Further details can be acquired at the address listed below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be

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

The subject line needs to state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -complete 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 fourth

Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has actually just 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 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 intended to empower women and youth with the knowledge and practices required for climate-resilient water safety management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a commitment to enhancing RMI's water security and community durability versus climate change effects, especially women

and youth, making sure that nobody is left behind. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and worldwide development 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 country."It is our obligation to come together and interact. As we face the difficulties positioned by environment change, understanding its influence on our water resources is vital for improving the well-being of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the vital function of females and youth in addressing climate-related obstacles."This workshop unifies us from numerous communities to resolve the pressing problems we deal with today, consisting of climate-related difficulties, particularly on our water resources."We want to highlight the vital role of women and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The very first day of the workshop covered vital problems related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of environment change on water security and the disproportionate impacts on vulnerable groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all project elements was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the requirement for extensive security of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the various kinds that can emerge in disaster situations, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their essential function in health, livelihoods, school participation, dignity, and structure resistant neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all individuals

, stressing the significance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA project. More significantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your communities to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, individuals went to Rongrong Island and examined the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA task. The setup is a key component of the job, complemented by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to worked as a valuable direct experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA project on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her thankfulness for the chance 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 participating in such training, and I discovered a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site go to. I now comprehend the importance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA task pertaining to Jabat and all set to help when it arrives,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website check out improved my self-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 eagerly anticipating sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better equipped to understand climate modification and its local impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and utilize brand-new resources to impact their communities favorably. ACWA is enabled 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 Examines the efficiency of the job and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 broader examinations- the regional evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique assessment research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector development and government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high among the youth and ladies in the outer islands. Ideal local skilled workers for existing job vacancies

were unavailable, hence the importation of appropriately proficient foreign employees. Thus, there was an inequality between offered tasks and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and vocational education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to provide well-trained employees required for sustained financial and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated national skills training system. The job included 4 elements: advancement of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, enhanced skills training opportunities for females and youth, and institutional fortifying. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for students, especially ladies and youth in the outer islands. In general, the job was rated not successful. Limited development was achieved in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The long-standing weakness of poor numeracy and literacy competencies

among public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or going to voc-tech education could be partly credited to the poor quality of standard education. The job was supply-driven and could 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 vocational education training system has actually remained fundamentally the exact same after project conclusion. The research study advanced that ADB might encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's

dedication to developing a devoted labour details system to connect technical and professional education training program offerings with industry need. Although the job set up a labour market details system, in the absence of in-house personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.