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) expense. It plans to apply part of the earnings 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 task successfully.

The assignment will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a structure 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 enhance the abilities of employees through certified college accreditation.

The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project are suggested in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now welcomes qualified people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants ought to provide info demonstrating that they have the required credentials and appropriate experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages attending to the compulsory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable projects, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies' staff might express interest through the utilizing firm for the assignment. In such a circumstance, just the experience and certifications of individuals will be thought about in the choice process. The criteria 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.

Possess 2-5 years' experience creating and

carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and facilitation

skills. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, including government. agencies, TVET institutions, 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 relevant 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 acquired at the address listed below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be

provided 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 ought to 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 national training council 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 taken place 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) project. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower women and youth with the understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). This training reinforces a dedication to improving RMI's water security and neighborhood strength against climate change impacts, especially females

and youth, guaranteeing that no one is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government companies, non-governmental organizations, and global development partners from the rmi national training council 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, highlighted the significance of cumulative action in building a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and work together. As we deal with the difficulties posed by environment modification, comprehending its influence on our water resources is vital for enhancing the well-being of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important function of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related difficulties."This workshop unifies us from different communities to deal with the pressing issues we face today, including climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We want to highlight the crucial function of females and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The first day of the workshop covered vital 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 environment modification on water security and the out of proportion results on vulnerable groups. The significance of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all job elements was also talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the requirement for extensive protection of vulnerable populations

throughout emergencies. Additionally, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the various kinds that can emerge in disaster circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their important function in health, incomes, school attendance, dignity, and structure resistant neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his gratitude to all participants

, emphasizing the value of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA job. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, participants went to 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 setup is a crucial component of the task, complemented by assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see worked as a valuable direct experience of the positive impact of the ACWA project on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her appreciation for the opportunity to join the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the project when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my first time participating in such training, and I discovered a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site visit. I now comprehend the value of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA task coming to Jabat and prepared to assist when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website go to enhanced 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 neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were much better geared up to understand climate change and its local impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and make use of new resources to affect their neighborhoods favorably. ACWA is made possible 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 project and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two more comprehensive assessments- the local evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of fundamental education, absence 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 private sector growth and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was particularly high among the youth and females in the external islands. Appropriate regional skilled personnel for existing job vacancies

were unavailable, thus the importation of properly skilled foreign employees. Therefore, there was a mismatch between offered jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided 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 skills training to offer well-trained employees required for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The project consisted of 4 components: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training improvement, enhanced abilities training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and work for students, specifically ladies and youth in the external islands. Overall, the project was ranked unsuccessful. Minimal progress was attained in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The long-standing weak point of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or participating in voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of fundamental education. The project was supply-driven and could not develop a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and professional education training system has actually remained basically the very same after task completion. The study advanced that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's

commitment to establishing a devoted labour information system to connect technical and trade education training program offerings with market need. Although the project set up a labour market information system, in the lack of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.