RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has gotten financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It plans to apply 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 task will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for rmimof.com TVET, aimed at helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and boost the skills of employees through recognized college certification.

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

The National Training Council now invites qualified people ("Consultants") to show their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants should supply details demonstrating 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 addressing the obligatory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar assignments, comparable conditions, and so on). Firms' staff may reveal interest through the utilizing company for the project. In such a scenario, just the experience and credentials of individuals will be considered in the choice procedure. The criteria for choosing the Consultant are: A.
Mandatory Qualifications and Experience Master's degree in education, training

, management, or a related field. Minimum of 5-10 years of experience working in TVET System. Curriculum Design and Systems.

Possess 2-5 years' experience developing and

carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and facilitation

abilities. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, consisting of federal government. agencies, TVET organizations, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct effective team relationships with customers and appropriate stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (consisting of companies )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 ", stating the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. More info can be acquired at the address listed below during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be

delivered in a written form 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) project. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower women and youth with the understanding and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood durability versus environment change effects, specifically ladies

and youth, making sure that no one is left behind. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental companies, and international 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, highlighted the significance of collective action in building a climate-resilient nation."It is our obligation to come together and collaborate. As we face the obstacles positioned by climate modification, comprehending its influence on our water resources is essential for improving the wellness of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the vital role of ladies and youth in dealing with climate-related challenges."This workshop unites us from different communities to resolve the pressing concerns we face today, consisting of climate-related difficulties, particularly on our water resources."We wish to highlight the important function of women and youth in this task as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.

The very 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, focusing on the impacts of climate change on water security and the disproportionate effects on susceptible groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all project aspects was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the need for detailed protection of susceptible populations

throughout emergency situations. In addition, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the different forms that can emerge in disaster circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their vital function in health, livelihoods, school presence, self-respect, and building resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, stressing the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA task. More significantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. Throughout 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 job. The installation is a key element of the job, complemented by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit functioned as an important direct experience of the positive effect of the ACWA task on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her appreciation for the opportunity 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 participating in such training, and I found out so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website check out. I now understand the significance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm excited about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and all set to help when it arrives,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and site see improved my 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 better equipped to comprehend environment modification and its local impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and utilize brand-new resources to impact their communities positively. 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 Assesses the performance of the task and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two more comprehensive evaluations- the local assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique assessment research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in skills training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector development and government downsizing. Joblessness was particularly high among the youth and women in the outer islands. Appropriate regional experienced workers for existing task vacancies

were unavailable, thus the importation of properly competent foreign employees. Therefore, there was an inequality in between readily available tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to supply trained employees needed for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The task consisted of four elements: advancement of a profession awareness program, skills training improvement, improved skills training opportunities for females and youth, and institutional strengthening. The anticipated result was increased income-generating opportunities and work for trainees, specifically women and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the task was rated unsuccessful. Limited development was accomplished in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The enduring weak point of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or participating in voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The project was supply-driven and could not establish 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 remained fundamentally the very same after job completion. The research study advanced that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's

dedication to establishing a dedicated labour info system to link technical and trade education training program offerings with market need. Although the job established a labour market information system, in the lack of in-house personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not completely functional.