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) cost. 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 carrying out the World Bank-funded job efficiently.


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


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


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants ought to provide info showing that they have actually the required qualifications and pertinent experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages resolving the obligatory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable projects, similar conditions, etc). Companies' personnel might express interest through the using company for the task. In such a situation, just the experience and credentials of individuals shall be considered in the selection 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 developing and
implementing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, consisting of government. companies, TVET institutions, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop effective team 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. Additional info can be gotten at the address listed below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
delivered in a written form to the address listed 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 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 happened 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) job. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower females and youth with the knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a dedication to improving RMI's water security and neighborhood strength versus environment change effects, specifically females

and youth, making sure that no one is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government firms, non-governmental companies, and global 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 cumulative action in constructing a climate-resilient country."It is our obligation to come together and interact. As we deal with the obstacles posed by environment modification, comprehending its effect on our water resources is necessary for improving the well-being of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary function of women and youth in attending to climate-related obstacles."This workshop unifies us from numerous communities to attend to the pressing problems we face today, including climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources."We want to highlight the essential function of ladies and youth in this project as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The first day of the workshop covered important problems associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of environment change on water security and the disproportionate results on susceptible groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all project elements was likewise gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the requirement for comprehensive security of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. In addition, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous kinds that can emerge in catastrophe situations, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their vital role in health, livelihoods, school presence, self-respect, and structure durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, emphasizing the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA project. More importantly, 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 analyzed the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA project. The setup is a key component of the job, matched by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to functioned as a valuable firsthand experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA job on the community 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 project when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my first time taking part in such training, and I found out so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site go to. I now understand the value of clean water and how to sanitize it. I'm excited about the ACWA project pertaining to Jabat and ready to assist when it gets here,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and site visit increased 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 equipped to comprehend climate modification and its regional effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and make use of brand-new resources to impact their neighborhoods positively. ACWA is made possible thanks to the support of the Green Climate

Fund, with the project 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 task and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 more comprehensive examinations- the local assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational attainment and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of basic education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector growth and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high amongst the youth and females in the outer islands. Suitable regional proficient personnel for existing job vacancies
were unavailable, thus the importation of appropriately experienced foreign employees. Therefore, there was an inequality in between available tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to offer trained workers required for continual financial and social development. This was to be attained through an integrated national abilities training system. The task included four parts: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved skills training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and employment for trainees, especially ladies and youth in the external islands. Overall, the task was ranked not successful. Limited development was attained in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weak point of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies
amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or participating in 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 trade education training system has stayed basically the exact same after task 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 developing a dedicated labour information system to connect technical and occupation education training program offerings with market need. Although the project set up a labour market info system, in the absence of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.