RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has gotten funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It plans to use part of the profits for seeking advice from services.


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


The task will focus 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 assess and improve the abilities of employees through certified college certification.


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


The National Training Council now welcomes qualified individuals ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants must provide information showing that they have the needed credentials and relevant experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages addressing the mandatory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable assignments, similar conditions, and so on). Companies' staff might express interest through the utilizing firm for the task. In such a scenario, just the experience and certifications of individuals will be thought about in the selection process. The criteria 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 developing and
executing RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, including federal government. firms, TVET institutions, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct effective group relationships with customers and relevant 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 ", stating the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Further info can be obtained at the address listed below during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
provided in a written type to the address below (in person or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line must state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -complete 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 actually just recently happened at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This crucial 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 aimed to empower women and youth with the knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). This training enhances a dedication to boosting RMI's water security and community strength versus climate change effects, specifically ladies

and youth, making sure that no one is left. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government companies, non-governmental companies, and global 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, highlighted the significance of cumulative action in building a climate-resilient nation."It is our responsibility to come together and interact. As we deal with the challenges presented by environment change, understanding its effect on our water resources is essential 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 vital role of women and youth in resolving climate-related challenges."This workshop unites us from various communities to deal with the pressing concerns we deal with today, including climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We want to stress the vital role of ladies and youth in this job as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The first day of the workshop covered critical issues related 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 environment modification on water security and the out of proportion effects on vulnerable groups. The significance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all job aspects was also discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, stressing the requirement for thorough security of vulnerable populations

throughout emergency situations. Furthermore, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous kinds that can occur in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their vital function in health, livelihoods, school attendance, dignity, and building durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, emphasizing the significance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA project. More notably, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, individuals visited 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 an essential part of the task, complemented by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to acted as a valuable firsthand experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA task on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her thankfulness for the opportunity to sign up with the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the project when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my very first time participating in such training, and I discovered so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website go to. I now comprehend the value of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA job pertaining to 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 improved my self-confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand provided me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm eagerly anticipating sharing this knowledge with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better equipped to understand environment change and its local impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and use brand-new resources to impact their communities 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 Assesses the performance of the project and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to two more comprehensive evaluations- the local evaluation of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the low quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in abilities training and the vocational and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector development and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was especially high among the youth and ladies in the outer islands. Ideal regional competent personnel for existing job vacancies
were not available, for this reason the importation of properly knowledgeable foreign employees. Therefore, there was an inequality between available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and occupation education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to provide well-trained workers needed for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated national abilities training system. The project included 4 components: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training enhancement, enhanced abilities training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, specifically ladies and youth in the outer islands. In general, the job was rated not successful. Limited progress was accomplished in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of poor numeracy and literacy competencies
among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or participating in voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of fundamental education. The job 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 professional education training system has remained fundamentally the same after task conclusion. The research study advanced that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to establishing a dedicated labour information system to connect technical and employment education training program offerings with market need. Although the project established a labour market details system, in the absence of internal staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.