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) cost. It plans to apply part of the earnings 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 efficiently.


The task will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and improve the abilities of employees through recognized college certification.


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


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants must provide info showing that they have the required qualifications and appropriate experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages addressing the mandatory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, similar conditions, and so on). Companies' personnel may express interest through the utilizing firm for the task. In such a circumstance, just the experience and credentials of individuals shall be thought about in the selection 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 creating and
carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Excellent communication, training, and assistance
skills. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, including government. companies, TVET organizations, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop effective group relationships with customers and appropriate 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. More details can be gotten at the address listed below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
delivered 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 needs 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 just 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 females and youth with the knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). This training enhances a dedication to enhancing rmi national training council's water security and neighborhood resilience against climate change effects, especially females

and youth, ensuring that no one is left. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental companies, and worldwide 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 cumulative action in developing a climate-resilient nation."It is our obligation to come together and collaborate. As we face the difficulties postured by climate modification, comprehending its influence on our water resources is vital for improving the wellness of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary function of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop unites us from numerous communities to address the pressing issues we deal with today, including climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We want to highlight the vital function of ladies and youth in this job as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The first day of the workshop covered critical issues related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of environment modification on water security and the out of proportion impacts on susceptible groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all job aspects was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, stressing the requirement for detailed defense of susceptible populations

during emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous kinds that can occur in disaster situations, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their crucial role in health, incomes, school participation, dignity, and structure resistant neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, stressing the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA job. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, participants visited Rongrong Island and examined the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA project. The setup is a key part of the task, matched by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit acted as a valuable direct experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her thankfulness for the chance to join 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 a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site visit. I now understand the significance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm excited about the ACWA project coming to Jabat and all set to help when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website see 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 anticipating sharing this knowledge with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were better equipped to understand climate modification and its regional impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and utilize new resources to impact their communities positively. ACWA is enabled thanks to the support of the Green Climate

Fund, with the task 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 two wider examinations- the local assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in skills training and the employment and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector growth and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was specifically high among the youth and ladies in the external islands. Suitable regional proficient workers for existing job vacancies
were not available, thus the importation of appropriately skilled foreign workers. Thus, there was a mismatch in between available tasks and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to offer trained workers needed for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The job consisted of 4 elements: development of a profession awareness program, skills training improvement, improved skills training chances for women and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated result was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for students, specifically ladies and youth in the outer islands. In general, the project was ranked unsuccessful. Minimal progress was attained in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies
among 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 standard education. The project 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 trade education training system has actually remained essentially the same after project conclusion. The research study advanced that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's
commitment to establishing a devoted labour information system to connect technical and professional education training program offerings with market need. Although the job established a labour market info system, in the absence of in-house staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.