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) expense. It intends to apply part of the proceeds for speaking with services.


The consulting services ("the Services") will assist the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in implementing the World Bank-funded task effectively.


The project will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a structure 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 enhance the abilities of workers through accredited college certification.


The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are shown in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants must offer info showing that they have the needed certifications and appropriate experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages dealing with the mandatory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable assignments, similar conditions, etc). Firms' staff may express interest through the utilizing firm for the assignment. In such a scenario, just the experience and qualifications of individuals shall be considered in the choice 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.

Possess 2-5 years' experience designing and
carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Excellent interaction, training, and assistance
abilities. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, consisting of federal government. agencies, TVET institutions, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct efficient group relationships with clients and appropriate stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (including 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 should be
provided in a written type to the address listed below (personally or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line should 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 national training council 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 taken place at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This important training was organized 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 needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a commitment to enhancing RMI's water security and community strength versus climate modification impacts, especially ladies

and youth, making sure that nobody is left. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government agencies, non-governmental organizations, 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, underscored the significance of cumulative action in constructing a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and interact. As we face the obstacles positioned by environment change, understanding its impact on our water resources is important for enhancing the wellness of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important function of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related difficulties."This workshop unifies us from various communities to attend to the pressing issues we face today, consisting of climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We wish to stress the vital role of women and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.
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 conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the impacts of environment modification on water security and the out of proportion impacts on susceptible groups. The significance of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all project aspects was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the need for detailed defense of vulnerable populations

during emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the various forms that can emerge in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their crucial role in health, incomes, school attendance, self-respect, and building resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his thankfulness to all individuals

, 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 communities to empower others,"he said. During 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 a crucial part of the job, complemented by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see acted as an important firsthand experience of the positive impact of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her appreciation 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 discovered a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website visit. I now comprehend the significance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA project coming to Jabat and ready to assist when it shows up,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site check out improved my 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 stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better geared up to comprehend environment change and its local effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and make use of brand-new resources to impact their neighborhoods positively. ACWA is enabled 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 efficiency of the project and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two more comprehensive examinations- the local evaluation of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique assessment research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of basic education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses 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 especially high among the youth and females in the outer islands. Appropriate local competent personnel for existing job vacancies
were unavailable, for this reason the importation of appropriately experienced foreign employees. Hence, there was a mismatch in between available jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and occupation education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to offer well-trained employees needed for continual financial and social development. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The task included 4 components: development of a profession awareness program, abilities training enhancement, boosted skills training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional strengthening. The anticipated result was increased income-generating opportunities and work for trainees, especially ladies and youth in the external islands. Overall, the task was rated not successful. Restricted progress was attained in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The long-standing weak point of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies
among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or attending voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The project was supply-driven and might not develop a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and trade education training system has actually stayed fundamentally the same after task conclusion. The study put forward that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's
commitment to establishing a dedicated labour details system to connect technical and professional education training program offerings with industry need. Although the job set up a labour market information system, in the absence of internal personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.