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


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


The assignment will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, aimed at helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and boost the abilities of employees through accredited 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 eligible people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants must supply information demonstrating that they have actually the required credentials and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages dealing with the compulsory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, similar conditions, and so on). Firms' personnel may express interest through the employing firm for the project. In such a circumstance, only the experience and qualifications of people will be thought about in the selection process. 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience creating and
carrying out RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Outstanding interaction, training, and facilitation
skills. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, including government. agencies, TVET institutions, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct reliable group relationships with customers and relevant 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 information can be gotten at the address listed below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
delivered in a written kind to the address below (in person or by email )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 actually recently taken place at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). This essential training was arranged 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 intended to empower females and youth with the knowledge and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a dedication to enhancing rmi national training council's water security and community durability against climate modification impacts, specifically women

and youth, ensuring that no one is left. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government firms, non-governmental organizations, 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 national training council 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 building a climate-resilient country."It is our obligation to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the obstacles posed by environment modification, comprehending its influence on our water resources is important for improving the well-being of neighborhoods throughout 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 resolving climate-related challenges."This workshop joins us from different neighborhoods to address the pressing concerns we deal with today, including climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We want to highlight the vital role of ladies and youth in this task as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The very first day of the workshop covered vital problems related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of climate change on water security and the out of proportion results on vulnerable groups. The significance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all project aspects was also talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the requirement for comprehensive protection of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the different forms that can arise in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their essential function in health, incomes, school participation, self-respect, and building durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, stressing the value of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA project. More importantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return 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 installed at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA project. The setup is a key component of the project, complemented by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to worked as a valuable direct experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA project on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her thankfulness for the chance to join the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the task when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my first time taking part in such training, and I learned a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site visit. I now understand the value of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and prepared to assist when it gets here,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and website go to improved my self-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 anticipating sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better geared up to understand climate modification and its local impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and use new resources to affect their communities favorably. ACWA is enabled thanks to the assistance of the Green Climate

Fund, with the project 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 project and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to two broader assessments- the regional evaluation of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational attainment and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of basic education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector development and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was particularly high amongst the youth and ladies in the external islands. Suitable local knowledgeable personnel for existing job vacancies
were not available, thus the importation of appropriately competent foreign employees. Hence, there was an inequality in between readily available tasks and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the initiative 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 enhance abilities training to offer trained employees required for continual economic and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated national abilities training system. The project included 4 components: advancement of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, enhanced abilities training opportunities for females and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and employment for trainees, specifically females and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the job was ranked unsuccessful. Restricted development was attained in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The long-standing weakness of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies
amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or attending voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The project was supply-driven and could not establish a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and employment education training system has actually stayed basically the very same after job conclusion. The research study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's
commitment to establishing a dedicated labour info system to connect technical and trade education training program offerings with industry need. Although the task set up a labour market information system, in the absence of in-house staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.