RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually received financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It means to use part of the earnings for consulting services.


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


The task will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a framework 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 boost the skills of employees through recognized college accreditation.


The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are indicated in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible individuals ("Consultants") to show their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants need to provide details demonstrating that they have actually the needed credentials and appropriate experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages addressing the compulsory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable projects, similar conditions, and so on). Companies' staff might reveal interest through the utilizing firm for the task. In such a scenario, only 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 developing and
carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Outstanding communication, training, and assistance
abilities. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, consisting of federal government. agencies, TVET institutions, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build effective group relationships with clients and relevant stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (including companies )is drawn to paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank's"

Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers "July 2016 revised November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. Further details can be obtained at the address below during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be
delivered in a written kind to the address listed below (personally or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line must 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 recently taken place at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This important training was organized 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 intended to empower ladies and youth with the knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a dedication to boosting rmi national training council's water security and neighborhood resilience versus environment change impacts, particularly ladies

and youth, making sure that no one is left behind. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government firms, non-governmental organizations, and global 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 developing a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we face the difficulties postured by environment change, comprehending its impact on our water resources is important for improving the wellness of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important role of ladies and youth in dealing with climate-related difficulties."This workshop unifies us from numerous neighborhoods to address the pressing issues we face today, including climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We want to highlight the important role of ladies and youth in this task as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The first day of the workshop covered critical problems related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the impacts of climate modification on water security and the disproportionate effects on vulnerable groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all job elements was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the requirement for thorough protection of susceptible populations

during emergencies. Additionally, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the different types that can occur in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their essential role in health, incomes, school participation, self-respect, and structure durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his gratitude to all individuals

, highlighting the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA task. More significantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, participants visited 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 installation is a crucial component of the job, matched by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out served as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA project 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 first time taking part in such training, and I discovered a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site visit. I now comprehend the value of clean water and how to sanitize it. I'm excited about the ACWA task pertaining to Jabat and prepared to help when it shows up,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and site visit 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 eagerly anticipating sharing this understanding with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were better geared up to comprehend climate modification and its local effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and make use of brand-new resources to impact their communities positively. ACWA is made possible 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 Evaluates the performance of the job and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to two more comprehensive examinations- the local assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional achievement and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the low quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the vocational and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector growth and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was especially high amongst the youth and females in the outer islands. Ideal regional skilled personnel for existing job vacancies
were unavailable, hence the importation of appropriately experienced foreign workers. Hence, there was an inequality between readily available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to offer well-trained workers required for sustained economic and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated national skills training system. The project included 4 components: advancement of a career awareness program, abilities training enhancement, improved skills training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for trainees, particularly females and youth in the external islands. Overall, the project was ranked unsuccessful. Limited progress was attained in making the task responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The enduring weak point of poor numeracy and literacy competencies
among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or going to voc-tech education could be partially credited to the poor quality of basic education. The task was supply-driven and might not establish a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and vocational education training system has stayed basically the same after task completion. The research study advanced that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's
dedication to developing a committed labour details system to connect technical and occupation education training program offerings with industry need. Although the task set up a labour market details system, in the absence of internal personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.