RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has gotten funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It plans to use part of the earnings for consulting 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 effectively.


The task will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, aimed at helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council assess and enhance the abilities of employees through recognized college certification.


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


The National Training Council now invites eligible people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in supplying the Services. Interested Consultants need to offer details showing that they have the required certifications and relevant experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages resolving the necessary experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, comparable conditions, etc). Companies' personnel may express interest through the utilizing firm for the project. In such a circumstance, just the experience and certifications of individuals will 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 developing and
executing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and assistance
skills. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, consisting of government. firms, TVET organizations, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build efficient group 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Additional details can be acquired at the address below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
provided in a written form to the address listed below (in person or by e-mail )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 4th
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 school 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) job. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower ladies and youth with the understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a dedication to improving RMI's water security and neighborhood resilience against climate modification effects, especially women

and youth, ensuring that no one is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government companies, non-governmental organizations, 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, highlighted the significance of cumulative action in constructing a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and interact. As we deal with the difficulties positioned by environment modification, understanding its impact on our water resources is necessary for improving the well-being of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important role of women and youth in addressing climate-related challenges."This workshop unifies us from different neighborhoods to attend to the pressing concerns we deal with today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources."We want to highlight the essential role of ladies and youth in this project as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The first day of the workshop covered critical issues connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of environment modification on water security and the disproportionate impacts on susceptible groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all task aspects was likewise gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the requirement for detailed defense of susceptible populations

throughout emergency situations. In addition, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous forms that can occur in catastrophe situations, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their essential function in health, incomes, school presence, dignity, and building resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all individuals

, highlighting the significance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA task. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. Throughout the workshop, individuals visited 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 job. The installation is an essential part of the job, matched by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out functioned as an important direct experience of the positive impact of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

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

"This was my first time participating in such training, and I discovered a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website see. I now understand the significance of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA job pertaining to Jabat and ready to help when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site go to enhanced my 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 looking forward to sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were much better geared up to understand climate change and its local impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and use brand-new resources to impact their communities 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 Evaluates the efficiency of the task and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two more comprehensive evaluations- the local examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of standard 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 unemployment because of constrained economic sector development and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high amongst the youth and women in the external islands. Ideal regional competent personnel for existing job vacancies
were not available, for this reason the importation of properly competent foreign employees. Hence, 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 approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance abilities training to supply trained employees required for continual financial and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated national skills training system. The job included four parts: development of a career awareness program, abilities training enhancement, boosted skills training chances for ladies and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected result was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for trainees, particularly women and youth in the external islands. In general, the project was ranked unsuccessful. Minimal development was achieved in making the task responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The enduring weakness of bad 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 could not establish a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and professional education training system has actually stayed essentially the exact same after job conclusion. The research study advanced that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's
dedication to establishing a dedicated labour information system to link technical and trade education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the job set up a labour market info system, in the lack of internal personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally functional.