RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually received funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It intends to apply part of the proceeds for seeking advice from services.


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


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


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


The National Training Council now invites eligible people ("Consultants") to show their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants ought to offer info showing that they have the required qualifications and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages addressing the mandatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable assignments, comparable conditions, etc). Companies' personnel might express interest through the using company for the project. In such a scenario, only the experience and credentials of people will be thought about in the selection procedure. 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 creating and
carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and facilitation
skills. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, including federal government. agencies, 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 clients and pertinent 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. Additional details 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 listed below (face to face or by email )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 4th
Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has actually recently happened at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This important training was arranged 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 aimed to empower females and youth with the understanding and practices required for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a commitment to improving RMI's water security and community durability versus environment modification impacts, especially females

and youth, making sure that no one is left. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government companies, non-governmental companies, 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 collaborate. As we deal with the difficulties posed by climate change, understanding its influence on our water resources is necessary for enhancing the wellness of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential role of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related difficulties."This workshop unites us from various communities to resolve the pressing issues we deal with today, consisting of climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We wish to emphasize the essential role of females and youth in this task as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The first day of the workshop covered critical issues associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of environment change on water security and the disproportionate effects on susceptible groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all job aspects was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, worrying the requirement for thorough defense of vulnerable populations

throughout emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the different kinds that can develop in disaster situations, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their important role in health, livelihoods, school participation, self-respect, and structure resistant communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all individuals

, stressing the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA project. More notably, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, participants visited 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 project. The installation is a crucial component of the job, matched by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see worked as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA task on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her appreciation for the chance to join the workshop and made clear her desire to be part of the task when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my first time participating in such training, and I discovered a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site visit. I now comprehend the importance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA job pertaining to Jabat and prepared to assist when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and website go to boosted my confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand gave 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, individuals were better geared up to comprehend environment change and its local effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and utilize brand-new resources to impact their communities favorably. 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 Assesses the performance of the job and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to 2 more comprehensive assessments- the local examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of standard education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities training and the occupation and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector development and government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high amongst the youth and women in the outer islands. Ideal regional proficient personnel for existing task vacancies
were unavailable, thus the importation of properly competent foreign employees. Hence, there was an inequality between available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied 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 improve abilities training to provide well-trained employees needed for sustained financial and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated national skills training system. The project included 4 elements: development of a profession awareness program, abilities training enhancement, boosted abilities training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected result was increased income-generating opportunities and work for students, specifically women and youth in the outer islands. In general, the task was ranked not successful. Minimal progress was accomplished in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The enduring weakness of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies
amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or attending voc-tech education could be partially credited to the poor quality of standard education. The job was supply-driven and could not develop a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and occupation education training system has stayed fundamentally the very same after project conclusion. The study put forward that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's
dedication to developing a dedicated labour information system to connect technical and vocational education training program offerings with industry need. Although the job set up a labour market details system, in the lack of internal staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.