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) cost. It intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.

The consulting services ("the Services") will assist the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in carrying out the World Bank-funded job successfully.

The project will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, targeted at helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and boost the skills of employees through recognized college certification.

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

The National Training Council now invites eligible people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants should offer info showing that they have actually the required credentials and appropriate experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages attending to the mandatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies' staff might express interest through the utilizing company for the project. In such a circumstance, just the experience and qualifications of individuals shall be thought about in the choice process. The requirements 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience designing and

executing RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and facilitation

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

environment and build reliable team relationships with customers and appropriate 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. Further details can be acquired at the address listed below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be

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

The subject line must state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -full 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 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 crucial 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 ladies 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 dedication to improving RMI's water security and neighborhood strength versus climate modification impacts, specifically females

and youth, guaranteeing that nobody is left. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and global 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, highlighted the significance of collective action in constructing a climate-resilient nation."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we face the challenges positioned by climate change, comprehending its effect on our water resources is necessary for improving the wellness of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential role of females and youth in attending to climate-related challenges."This workshop unites us from numerous communities to attend to the pressing issues we deal with today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We want to stress the crucial role of women and youth in this project as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.

The very first day of the workshop covered important concerns connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the effects of climate modification on water security and the out of proportion results on vulnerable groups. The importance of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all task elements was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the requirement for extensive security of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the different forms that can develop in catastrophe circumstances, 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 structure resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all individuals

, emphasizing the value of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA task. More importantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he stated. Throughout 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 job. The setup is a crucial part of the job, complemented by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see acted as a valuable firsthand experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA task on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her thankfulness for the opportunity to sign up with 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 discovered so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website visit. I now comprehend the significance of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA project concerning Jabat and all set to help when it gets here,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and site check out boosted my self-confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand provided me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm looking forward to sharing this knowledge with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were much better equipped to understand climate modification and its regional effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and make use of new resources to impact their neighborhoods favorably. ACWA is enabled thanks to the support 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 job and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to 2 broader assessments- the local examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of standard education, lack 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 joblessness because of constrained economic sector growth and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was especially high among the youth and females in the outer islands. Suitable local proficient personnel for existing task vacancies

were not available, hence the importation of appropriately proficient foreign employees. Thus, there was an inequality in between available jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and occupation education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to supply trained employees needed for continual financial and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The task included 4 elements: development of a profession awareness program, skills training enhancement, boosted skills training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional fortifying. The anticipated result was increased income-generating chances and employment for trainees, specifically women and youth in the outer islands. In general, the project was ranked not successful. Minimal progress was attained in making the task responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The enduring weak point of poor numeracy and literacy competencies

amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or going to voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The task was supply-driven and might not develop a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and occupation education training system has actually stayed fundamentally the very same after task completion. The study advanced that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's

dedication to establishing a dedicated labour info system to link technical and employment education training program offerings with industry need. Although the task established a labour market details system, in the lack of internal personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not completely functional.