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) cost. It plans 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 effectively.

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

The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are suggested in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now invites qualified individuals ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in supplying the Services. Interested Consultants should supply information demonstrating that they have actually the required credentials and appropriate experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages attending to the necessary experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, similar conditions, etc). Firms' staff might reveal interest through the employing firm for the assignment. In such a situation, only the experience and credentials of individuals shall be thought about in the choice procedure. 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience creating and

executing RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Excellent interaction, training, and facilitation

abilities. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, including federal government. agencies, TVET institutions, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop effective group relationships with customers and relevant stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (including companies )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 ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. More information can be acquired at the address below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be

provided in a written kind 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 -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 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 essential training was arranged by the United Nations Development Programme( UNDP )Pacific Office through the Addressing Climate Vulnerability in the Water Sector(ACWA) task. The week-long capacity-building training intended to empower ladies and youth with the knowledge and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a dedication to boosting RMI's water security and neighborhood strength against climate modification effects, specifically women

and youth, ensuring that no one is left behind. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental companies, and worldwide 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 collective action in building a climate-resilient country."It is our obligation to come together and interact. As we face the difficulties posed by climate change, understanding its influence on our water resources is important for enhancing the wellness of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary function of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop unifies us from different neighborhoods to address the pressing issues we deal with today, including climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources."We want to emphasize the essential function of females and youth in this task as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.

The very first day of the workshop covered critical concerns connected 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 results on susceptible groups. The significance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all project elements was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the requirement for thorough security of susceptible populations

during emergency situations. In addition, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the different kinds that can arise in catastrophe situations, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their crucial role in health, incomes, school participation, self-respect, and structure resistant neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all participants

, emphasizing the value of their contributions to their communities."Women and www.usp.ac.fj youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA project. More significantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, participants checked out 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 installation is a crucial part of the project, complemented by assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to worked as a valuable direct experience of the positive effect of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

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

"This was my very first time taking part in such training, and I discovered a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website see. I now understand the value of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm excited about the ACWA task coming to Jabat and ready to assist when it arrives,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website see enhanced my confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand offered me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm eagerly anticipating sharing this knowledge with my community, "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, especially in water security, and utilize brand-new resources to affect their communities positively. ACWA is made possible thanks to the support 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 Assesses the efficiency of the job and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 broader assessments- the regional assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the special assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the low quality of basic education, lack of access to education in the outer 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 growth and government downsizing. Joblessness was particularly high amongst the youth and women in the external islands. Suitable regional knowledgeable workers for existing job vacancies

were not available, thus the importation of appropriately competent foreign workers. Thus, there was an inequality in between available jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the initiative for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance abilities training to offer trained employees needed for sustained financial and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated national skills training system. The task consisted of four elements: development of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved skills training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and work for trainees, particularly ladies and youth in the external islands. Overall, the project was ranked unsuccessful. Limited progress was achieved in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weak point of poor numeracy and literacy competencies

among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or participating in voc-tech education could be partially credited to the poor quality of standard education. The project was supply-driven and might not develop 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 stayed essentially the exact same after job completion. The study put forward that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's

dedication to establishing a devoted labour details system to link technical and vocational education training program offerings with industry need. Although the job set up a labour market information system, in the lack of internal staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.