RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has received financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It intends to use part of the proceeds 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 efficiently.

The task will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, aimed at helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and enhance the abilities of workers through certified college accreditation.

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

The National Training Council now welcomes eligible individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants should offer information demonstrating that they have actually the required certifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages dealing with the mandatory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable projects, similar conditions, and so on). Companies' staff might express interest through the employing firm for the assignment. In such a situation, only the experience and certifications of individuals will be thought about in the choice process. 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 designing and

carrying out RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and assistance

abilities. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, consisting of government. agencies, TVET institutions, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop effective group relationships with clients and pertinent 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 ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. More details can be acquired at the address below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to 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 ought 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 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 vital 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 intended to empower females and youth with the understanding and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a commitment to enhancing RMI's water security and community strength versus climate change effects, particularly women

and youth, making sure that no one is left. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government agencies, 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, underscored the significance of collective action in constructing a climate-resilient country."It is our obligation to come together and interact. As we deal with the challenges postured by environment modification, comprehending its influence on our water resources is important for improving 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 females and youth in attending to climate-related challenges."This workshop joins us from numerous communities to address the pressing concerns we face today, including climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We want to highlight the essential function of females and youth in this task as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The very first day of the workshop covered crucial concerns associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of environment change on water security and the disproportionate results on susceptible groups. The value of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all project aspects was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the requirement for comprehensive protection of vulnerable populations

throughout emergency situations. In addition, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the different types that can develop in disaster circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their crucial function in health, livelihoods, school presence, dignity, and building durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his appreciation to all participants

, stressing the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA project. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, individuals checked out 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 job. The setup is a key component of the job, matched by assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see functioned as an important firsthand experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA project on the neighborhood and its

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

"This was my very first time participating in such training, and I found out a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now comprehend the value of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA project pertaining to Jabat and ready to assist when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website visit enhanced my confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

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, participants were much better equipped to understand climate modification and its regional effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and make use of new resources to affect their communities favorably. ACWA is enabled thanks to the assistance 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 Evaluates the efficiency of the project and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to 2 broader evaluations- the local evaluation of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique evaluation study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the poor quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities training and the employment 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 females in the outer islands. Suitable local experienced personnel for existing task vacancies

were unavailable, hence the importation of properly proficient foreign employees. Thus, there was a mismatch between offered tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the initiative 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 improve abilities training to provide well-trained workers required for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The project included 4 parts: development of a profession awareness program, skills training improvement, boosted skills training chances for women and youth, and institutional strengthening. The anticipated result was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, especially women and youth in the outer islands. In general, the project was ranked not successful. Minimal development was attained in making the job responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The enduring weak point of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies

among public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or going to voc-tech education could be partially credited 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 occupation education training system has actually stayed essentially the very same after task conclusion. The research study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's

dedication to developing a committed labour info system to link technical and vocational education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the job set up a labour market information system, in the lack of internal personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not completely functional.