RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has gotten financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It plans to use 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 effectively.

The project will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and boost the skills of workers through recognized college accreditation.

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

The National Training Council now invites eligible individuals ("Consultants") to show their interest in supplying the Services. Interested Consultants should offer information showing that they have the needed credentials and pertinent experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages attending to the necessary experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable projects, similar conditions, and so on). Companies' staff may express interest through the utilizing firm for the task. In such a scenario, just the experience and certifications of individuals shall be thought about in the choice 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 designing and

carrying out RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Outstanding communication, training, and assistance

skills. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, consisting of government. agencies, TVET organizations, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct effective team 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 ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Further details can be obtained at the address listed below during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be

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

The subject line should state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -complete name of the candidate". Julius Lucky Director National Training [email protected]: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 fourth

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 essential 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 intended 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 strengthens a dedication to boosting RMI's water security and neighborhood resilience versus climate change effects, specifically women

and youth, ensuring that no one is left. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured 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 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 country."It is our duty to come together and interact. As we deal with the difficulties postured by environment modification, understanding its effect on our water resources is important for improving the wellness of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the vital function of females and youth in addressing climate-related obstacles."This workshop joins us from different communities to address the pressing problems we deal with today, including climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We wish to emphasize the essential function of females and youth in this job as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The very first day of the workshop covered critical issues associated with 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 environment change on water security and the out of proportion impacts on vulnerable groups. The importance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all job elements was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, worrying the need for extensive security of vulnerable populations

throughout emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the various types that can develop in catastrophe situations, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their vital role in health, livelihoods, school attendance, dignity, and building resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all participants

, highlighting 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 communities to empower others,"he stated. Throughout the workshop, participants went to Rongrong Island and analyzed the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA job. The setup is a key element of the job, matched by assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to acted as an important direct experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA task 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 task when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my very first time taking part in such training, and I discovered so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site go to. I now comprehend the value of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA project concerning Jabat and prepared to help when it shows up,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website check out enhanced 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 understanding with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were much better geared up to comprehend environment change and its local effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and make use of new resources to affect their communities favorably. 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 Evaluates the efficiency of the job and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 more comprehensive evaluations- the regional assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique evaluation study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of fundamental education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in skills training and the employment and technical education system.

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

were unavailable, for this reason the importation of properly competent foreign workers. Thus, there was a mismatch between offered tasks and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to offer well-trained employees needed for sustained financial and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The job consisted of four components: development of a profession awareness program, skills training enhancement, boosted abilities training opportunities for females and youth, and institutional fortifying. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and work for trainees, especially women and youth in the external islands. Overall, the job was rated unsuccessful. Minimal progress was attained in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies

among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or going to voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The project was supply-driven and could 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 vocational education training system has stayed essentially the very same after job completion. The study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's

commitment to establishing a dedicated labour information system to connect technical and professional education training program offerings with market demand. Although the job established a labour market information system, in the lack of internal personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not completely functional.