RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually gotten funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It intends to use part of the proceeds for seeking advice from services.


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


The project will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and enhance the abilities of employees through accredited college accreditation.


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


The National Training Council now welcomes qualified individuals ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants ought to supply information demonstrating that they have the needed credentials and pertinent experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages addressing the necessary experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable projects, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies' staff may reveal interest through the employing company for the task. In such a scenario, just the experience and qualifications of people will be thought about in the choice process. The requirements 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.

Possess 2-5 years' experience designing and
executing RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Outstanding communication, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, including federal government. companies, TVET organizations, employers, and students 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 (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 conflict of interest. Further info can be obtained at the address below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
provided in a written form to the address listed 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 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 school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This crucial training was arranged 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 intended to empower ladies and youth with the knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood strength against climate change effects, particularly females

and youth, making sure that no one is left. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from 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 collective action in building a climate-resilient country."It is our obligation to come together and work together. As we face the difficulties postured by climate change, comprehending its influence on our water resources is vital for improving the well-being of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential function of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related difficulties."This workshop unites us from numerous neighborhoods to address the pressing issues we deal with today, including climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources."We want to stress the crucial role of females and youth in this task as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The first day of the workshop covered crucial problems 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 impacts of climate modification on water security and the disproportionate results on vulnerable groups. The importance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all task aspects was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the requirement for comprehensive protection of vulnerable populations

throughout emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous kinds that can occur in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their important role in health, incomes, school participation, dignity, and building resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all participants

, stressing the value of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA task. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, participants visited 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 job. The installation is a crucial element of the job, complemented by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit worked as a valuable direct experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA project on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her thankfulness for the chance to join the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the job when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my very first time taking part in such training, and I learned a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website check out. I now comprehend the importance of clean water and how to sanitize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA task coming to Jabat and prepared to help when it arrives,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site check out boosted my self-confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand provided me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm eagerly anticipating sharing this knowledge with my community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were much better geared up to comprehend climate modification and its regional impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and utilize new resources to impact their neighborhoods 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 performance of the job and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two more comprehensive assessments- the regional examination of ADB support for the Pacific and the special evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of basic education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in abilities training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector development and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high amongst the youth and women in the outer islands. Ideal regional experienced workers for existing task vacancies
were unavailable, for this reason the importation of appropriately experienced foreign employees. Therefore, there was an inequality between available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance abilities training to offer trained employees required for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated national skills training system. The task included four components: development of a career awareness program, skills training improvement, enhanced abilities training chances for females and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, specifically females and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the job was ranked not successful. Restricted development was achieved in making the job responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The long-standing weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies
amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or attending voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of fundamental education. The job was supply-driven and might not establish a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and employment education training system has stayed fundamentally the very same after project conclusion. The research study put forward that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to developing a devoted labour details system to connect technical and trade education training program offerings with market demand. Although the task established a labour market details system, in the lack of in-house personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.