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) cost. It means to use part of the profits for speaking with services.

The consulting services ("the Services") will assist the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in carrying out the World Bank-funded project efficiently.

The project will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, targeted at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and enhance the skills of employees through recognized college certification.

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

The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants must supply information showing that they have actually the required credentials and appropriate experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages attending to the compulsory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable tasks, similar conditions, etc). Firms' staff may reveal interest through the using firm for the project. In such a scenario, just the experience and qualifications of people shall be considered 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience designing and

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

skills. Experience with dealing with varied 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 construct effective group relationships with clients and pertinent 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. More info can be acquired at the address below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be

delivered in a written type to the address listed below (in person or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.

The subject line should state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -full name of the candidate". Julius Lucky Director National Training [email protected]: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) project. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower women and youth with the knowledge and practices required for climate-resilient water safety management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a commitment to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood resilience versus climate change impacts, particularly females

and youth, making sure that no one is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government companies, non-governmental organizations, and worldwide 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, underscored the significance of collective action in developing a climate-resilient country."It is our duty to come together and interact. As we face the obstacles posed by environment change, understanding its influence on our water resources is vital for enhancing the well-being of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the vital function of females and youth in dealing with climate-related difficulties."This workshop unites us from numerous neighborhoods to deal with the pressing problems we deal with today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources."We want to highlight the important function of women and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The very first day of the workshop covered vital issues related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of climate modification on water security and the out of proportion results on vulnerable groups. The importance of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all project elements was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the need for comprehensive security of vulnerable populations

throughout emergency situations. In addition, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the different types that can arise in disaster circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their vital function in health, livelihoods, school presence, self-respect, and structure resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his appreciation to all participants

, stressing the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA task. More significantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, participants checked out Rongrong Island and analyzed the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank installed at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA task. The installation is a key component of the job, matched by assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit functioned as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA project on the neighborhood and its

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

"This was my first time taking part in such training, and I learned so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website visit. I now understand the value of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA project concerning Jabat and all set to help when it gets here,"she said. 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 setup.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand offered 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 geared up to understand climate modification and its local effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and use brand-new resources to affect their communities positively. ACWA is enabled thanks to the assistance 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 Examines the performance of the task and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 more comprehensive evaluations- the regional assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the special assessment research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the low quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in abilities training and the occupation and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector growth and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high among the youth and ladies in the external islands. Suitable local skilled personnel for existing task vacancies

were unavailable, hence the importation of properly proficient foreign workers. Hence, there was an inequality between readily available tasks and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the initiative for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and occupation education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance abilities training to provide trained workers required for sustained financial and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The project consisted of 4 elements: development of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, boosted abilities training chances for females and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected result was increased income-generating opportunities and work for trainees, especially ladies and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the task was rated not successful. Minimal development was accomplished in making the task responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The long-standing weakness of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies

among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or attending voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The task was supply-driven and could not develop a strong linkage with economic 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 same after job conclusion. The study put forward that ADB might encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's

dedication to developing a dedicated labour information system to link technical and employment education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the project established a labour market info system, in the absence of in-house staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.