RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually received financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It plans to apply part of the earnings for seeking advice from services.

The consulting services ("the Services") will assist 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 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 assess and improve the skills of workers through certified college accreditation.

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

The National Training Council now invites qualified people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants need to provide information showing that they have actually the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages resolving the compulsory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies' staff might express interest through the employing company for the assignment. In such a situation, just the experience and credentials of people shall 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.

Possess 2-5 years' experience designing and

executing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and facilitation

skills. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, consisting of government. agencies, TVET institutions, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct efficient team relationships with clients 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 dispute of interest. Further info can be gotten at the address below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be

delivered in a written type to the address listed below (in person or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.

The subject line ought 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 recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This important 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 intended 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 reinforces a commitment to enhancing RMI's water security and community resilience against environment modification effects, specifically ladies

and youth, making sure that nobody is left behind. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government firms, non-governmental organizations, 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, highlighted the significance of collective action in building a climate-resilient nation."It is our responsibility to come together and work together. As we face the obstacles posed by environment change, understanding its effect on our water resources is necessary 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 role of women and youth in dealing with climate-related difficulties."This workshop unites us from various neighborhoods to address the pressing issues we face today, consisting of climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources."We want to stress the vital role of ladies and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.

The first day of the workshop covered crucial problems related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the effects of environment modification on water security and the disproportionate results on susceptible groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all job aspects was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the need for extensive security of vulnerable populations

throughout emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous forms that can emerge in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their vital function in health, incomes, school attendance, self-respect, and building durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his gratitude to all individuals

, emphasizing the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA task. More importantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he stated. Throughout the workshop, individuals checked out Rongrong Island and examined 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 an essential component of the project, complemented by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit served 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 thankfulness for the chance to sign up with the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the job when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my very first time participating in such training, and I found out a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now comprehend the value of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA job pertaining to Jabat and all set to assist when it shows up,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website check out increased my self-confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

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 better geared up to comprehend climate modification and its regional impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and utilize brand-new resources to affect their neighborhoods 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 Examines the performance of the project and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 more comprehensive examinations- the regional evaluation of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the poor quality of basic education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities training and the vocational and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector development and government downsizing. Joblessness was specifically high among the youth and ladies in the external islands. Appropriate local competent personnel for existing task vacancies

were not available, hence the importation of appropriately experienced foreign employees. Hence, there was an inequality between offered jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort 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 improve abilities training to supply well-trained employees needed for continual economic and social development. This was to be attained through an integrated national skills training system. The project included four elements: advancement of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved skills training chances for females and youth, and institutional fortifying. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, specifically women and youth in the outer islands. In general, the project was ranked unsuccessful. Limited progress was attained in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries 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 attending voc-tech education could be partially credited to the poor quality of basic education. The job was supply-driven and could not develop a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and vocational education training system has actually stayed essentially the exact same after task conclusion. The study put forward that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's

dedication to developing a dedicated labour details system to link technical and trade education training program offerings with industry need. Although the task established a labour market details system, in the lack of internal staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.