RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually gotten funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It means to apply part of the profits for speaking with 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 task will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and improve the abilities of workers through certified college accreditation.

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

The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in supplying the Services. Interested Consultants must offer details demonstrating that they have the needed certifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages attending to the compulsory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable tasks, comparable conditions, and so on). Firms' staff may reveal interest through the utilizing company for the assignment. In such a scenario, just the experience and qualifications of people shall be considered in the selection 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 creating and

implementing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Outstanding communication, training, and assistance

abilities. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, consisting of federal government. companies, TVET institutions, 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 firms )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. Further info can be gotten at the address listed below during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be

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

The subject line must 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 happened 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) job. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower females and youth with the understanding and practices needed 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 strength against environment modification impacts, specifically females

and youth, ensuring that no one is left. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government companies, non-governmental companies, 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, underscored the significance of collective action in constructing a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and interact. As we deal with the obstacles posed by environment change, comprehending its influence on our water resources is necessary for improving the wellness of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential function of females and youth in resolving climate-related challenges."This workshop unites us from numerous neighborhoods to resolve the pressing concerns we deal with today, consisting of climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We wish to stress the essential function of women and youth in this project as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The very first day of the workshop covered crucial concerns 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 out of proportion 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 taken on, stressing the requirement for detailed defense of vulnerable populations

during emergencies. Additionally, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the various kinds that can develop in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their essential role in health, incomes, school presence, self-respect, and building resistant neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all participants

, emphasizing the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA job. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, individuals visited Rongrong Island and took a look at the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA task. The setup is an essential component of the project, complemented by assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see served as an important firsthand experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her thankfulness for the chance to sign up with the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the task 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 site go to. I now comprehend the value of clean water and how to sanitize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA task coming to Jabat and all set to assist when it arrives,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site check out improved my self-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 anticipating sharing this knowledge with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were much better equipped to comprehend climate modification and its local impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and utilize brand-new resources to impact their neighborhoods positively. ACWA is made possible thanks to the support 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 Evaluates the performance of the task and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to 2 broader evaluations- the local evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in skills training and the occupation and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector growth and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was especially high among the youth and females in the outer islands. Appropriate regional proficient workers for existing job vacancies

were not available, for this reason the importation of appropriately skilled foreign employees. Hence, there was an inequality between available tasks and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to provide trained workers required for sustained economic and social development. This was to be accomplished through an integrated national skills training system. The task consisted of four components: development of a profession awareness program, skills training enhancement, improved skills training chances for women and youth, and institutional strengthening. The expected outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for trainees, specifically women and youth in the outer islands. In general, the job was ranked unsuccessful. Limited progress was accomplished in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The enduring weakness of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or attending voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The task was supply-driven and might 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 trade education training system has actually remained essentially the exact same after task 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 committed labour details system to link technical and vocational education training program offerings with industry need. Although the project set up a labour market details system, in the lack of internal personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not fully operational.