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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 profits for speaking with services.


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


The task will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, targeted at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and improve the abilities of employees through accredited college accreditation.


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


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in supplying the Services. Interested Consultants need to offer information showing that they have actually the needed certifications and relevant experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages dealing with the compulsory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar assignments, comparable conditions, etc). Companies' personnel may express interest through the using company for the project. In such a situation, only the experience and credentials of people will be considered in the selection process. The requirements for electing 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 creating and
executing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, including government. companies, TVET organizations, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop reliable team relationships with clients and relevant 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 ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Additional information can be gotten at the address listed below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
provided in a written form to the address below (face to face or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line ought to 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 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 school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This essential training was arranged 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 ladies and youth with the knowledge and practices required for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a dedication to boosting rmi national training council's water security and community strength against climate change impacts, specifically ladies

and youth, ensuring that nobody is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government agencies, non-governmental companies, and international 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 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 cumulative action in developing a climate-resilient country."It is our obligation to come together and interact. As we deal with the obstacles presented by environment change, comprehending its effect on our water resources is vital for enhancing the well-being of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the vital role of women and youth in attending to climate-related difficulties."This workshop unites us from different communities to address the pressing issues we deal with today, including climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources."We wish to emphasize the vital function of women and youth in this task as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The very first day of the workshop covered critical problems 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 climate change on water security and the out of proportion impacts on susceptible groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all task elements was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the need for extensive security of susceptible populations

during emergencies. Additionally, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the various types that can emerge in disaster circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their important role in health, livelihoods, school presence, dignity, and building resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his appreciation to all participants

, highlighting the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key 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 said. During the workshop, participants went to 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 a key element of the task, complemented by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out acted as an important direct experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA project on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her appreciation for the opportunity 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 taking part in such training, and I found out so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site go to. I now comprehend the significance of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and all set to help when it shows up,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and website see boosted 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, individuals were much better equipped to comprehend climate change and its local impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and utilize new resources to impact their neighborhoods positively. ACWA is made possible 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 task and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two broader examinations- the local assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational attainment and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of fundamental education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the vocational and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector development and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was especially high among the youth and females in the external islands. Suitable local proficient personnel for existing task vacancies
were not available, hence the importation of appropriately proficient foreign employees. Hence, there was an inequality between offered tasks and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to supply trained employees required for continual financial and social development. This was to be attained through an integrated national skills training system. The project included 4 elements: advancement of a career awareness program, skills training enhancement, boosted skills training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated result was increased income-generating opportunities and work for trainees, particularly women and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the project was rated unsuccessful. Limited progress was achieved in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies
amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or attending voc-tech education could be partially credited to the poor quality of basic education. The job 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 vocational education training system has remained essentially the same after task conclusion. The research study advanced that ADB might encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's
commitment to developing a devoted labour information 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 capability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.