RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has received funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It plans 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 executing the World Bank-funded job successfully.


The project will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing 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 assess and improve the skills of employees through certified college certification.


The in-depth 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 suggest their interest in supplying the Services. Interested Consultants need to provide information demonstrating that they have actually the needed certifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages resolving the necessary experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable assignments, comparable conditions, etc). Firms' personnel might reveal interest through the utilizing company for the task. In such a circumstance, only the experience and qualifications of individuals will be considered in the choice procedure. The requirements for electing 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience developing and
implementing RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Outstanding interaction, training, and assistance
skills. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, consisting of government. firms, TVET organizations, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct efficient team relationships with clients 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. Additional details can be acquired at the address listed below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
provided in a written form to the address below (in person or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line ought to 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 fourth
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 campus 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 women and youth with the understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and community strength versus environment modification impacts, specifically ladies

and youth, ensuring that no one is left. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and included 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 nation."It is our responsibility to come together and interact. As we face the challenges posed by climate modification, understanding its impact on our water resources is important for improving the wellness of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.

rmi national training council Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the vital function of women and youth in resolving climate-related challenges."This workshop joins us from various neighborhoods to address the pressing concerns we deal with today, consisting of climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We want to emphasize the vital function of women and youth in this task as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.
The first day of the workshop covered vital problems associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the impacts of climate modification on water security and the out of proportion results on vulnerable groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all job aspects was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the need for extensive security of susceptible populations

during emergencies. In addition, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the different forms that can emerge in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their crucial function in health, incomes, school presence, dignity, and building resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, highlighting the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA job. More significantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your communities to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, participants went to 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 key component of the project, complemented by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit worked as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her appreciation for the chance 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 participating in such training, and I discovered so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website go to. I now understand the importance of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm excited about the ACWA job concerning Jabat and ready to help when it gets here,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website see enhanced my 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 eagerly anticipating sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were better equipped to comprehend environment change and its regional effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and use new resources to impact their neighborhoods positively. ACWA is enabled thanks to the assistance 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 efficiency of the project and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to 2 broader evaluations- the regional assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional achievement and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of basic education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in skills training and the vocational and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector growth and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was particularly high among the youth and women in the external islands. Ideal regional experienced workers for existing task vacancies
were unavailable, for this reason the importation of appropriately experienced foreign workers. Thus, there was a mismatch in 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 vocational education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to provide well-trained workers needed for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The task consisted of 4 components: development of a profession awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved abilities training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional strengthening. The anticipated result was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, especially ladies and youth in the outer islands. In general, the task was rated unsuccessful. Restricted development was accomplished in making the job responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The enduring weak point of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies
among public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or going to voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The project was supply-driven and might not establish a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and trade education training system has remained essentially the very same after task conclusion. The study put forward that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to establishing a dedicated labour info system to connect technical and professional education training program offerings with market need. Although the project set up a labour market details system, in the absence of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally functional.