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) expense. It means to use part of the profits for consulting services.

The consulting services ("the Services") will help the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in executing the World Bank-funded project effectively.

The project will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, aimed at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and improve the skills of workers through recognized college certification.

The detailed 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 offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants need to supply details showing that they have actually the needed credentials and relevant experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages attending to the necessary experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, comparable conditions, etc). Companies' staff may reveal interest through the employing firm for the task. In such a scenario, only the experience and qualifications of people will be thought about in the choice process. The requirements for electing 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience creating and

implementing RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required 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 learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct reliable team relationships with customers and pertinent 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Additional details can be acquired at the address listed below during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be

provided in a written type to the address 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 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 4th

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) task. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower women and youth with the knowledge and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a dedication to improving RMI's water security and community resilience against environment modification effects, particularly women

and youth, ensuring that nobody is left behind. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government firms, 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 collective action in constructing a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the difficulties postured by climate modification, comprehending its effect on our water resources is important for enhancing the wellness of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the vital role of females and youth in addressing climate-related difficulties."This workshop unifies us from different neighborhoods to attend to the pressing issues we face today, including climate-related difficulties, particularly on our water resources."We wish to highlight the crucial function of women and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The very first day of the workshop covered important issues associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of climate modification on water security and the out of proportion effects on vulnerable groups. The importance of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all job aspects was likewise gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the need for detailed defense of vulnerable populations

during emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous types that can develop in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their vital function in health, livelihoods, school participation, dignity, and structure resistant communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his appreciation to all individuals

, highlighting the significance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA project. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, individuals visited 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 task. The setup is a crucial part of the job, matched by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit acted as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her thankfulness for the opportunity to join the workshop and made clear 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 a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website go to. I now comprehend the importance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and all set to help when it shows up,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website visit boosted 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, individuals were much better geared up to understand climate change and its regional effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and utilize new resources to impact their communities positively. 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 Examines the efficiency of the task and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 more comprehensive evaluations- the regional examination of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the low quality of basic education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in abilities training and the employment and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector growth and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high among the youth and ladies in the outer islands. Appropriate local proficient personnel for existing task vacancies

were not available, for this reason the importation of appropriately experienced foreign employees. Hence, there was an inequality between offered jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to provide trained workers needed for sustained economic and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The project included four parts: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training improvement, enhanced skills training chances for women and youth, and institutional fortifying. The anticipated result was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, especially women and youth in the outer islands. In general, the job was rated unsuccessful. Minimal development was attained in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The enduring weak point of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or participating in voc-tech education could be partly credited to the poor quality of standard education. The job was supply-driven and might 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 trade education training system has actually stayed essentially the same after project completion. The research study put forward that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's

dedication to establishing a committed labour details system to connect technical and occupation education training program offerings with market demand. Although the project established a labour market details system, in the absence of in-house personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.