RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually gotten financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It means to apply part of the earnings for speaking with services.

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

The assignment will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council assess and boost the skills of employees through accredited college certification.

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

The National Training Council now invites qualified individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants must supply details showing that they have the needed qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages attending to the compulsory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable assignments, similar conditions, and so on). Firms' staff might express interest through the employing company for the task. In such a situation, just the experience and credentials of individuals will 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 designing and

implementing RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Outstanding interaction, training, and assistance

skills. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, including government. firms, TVET institutions, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct reliable team relationships with clients and relevant 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 information can be acquired at the address listed below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be

provided in a written kind to the address below (face to face or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.

The subject line must state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -complete 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 occurred at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This crucial training was organized 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 women and youth with the knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood resilience against environment change impacts, specifically women

and youth, guaranteeing that no one is left behind. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government firms, non-governmental organizations, and worldwide 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 cumulative action in constructing a climate-resilient nation."It is our obligation to come together and interact. As we face the difficulties posed by environment change, comprehending its impact on our water resources is important for improving the well-being of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary role of women and youth in attending to climate-related obstacles."This workshop unifies us from numerous communities to resolve the pressing issues we face today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources."We wish to stress the crucial role of females 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 connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of environment modification on water security and the out of proportion effects on susceptible groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all project aspects was also talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, worrying the requirement for extensive security of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. In addition, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous kinds that can arise in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their important role in health, livelihoods, school presence, dignity, and building durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his gratitude to all participants

, stressing the significance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA task. More significantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your communities to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, individuals went to Rongrong Island and took a look at 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 element of the project, complemented by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out served as a valuable firsthand experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA job on the community and its

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

"This was my first time taking part in such training, and I learned so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site check out. I now understand the significance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and ready to help when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and site go to improved my 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 knowledge with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were better equipped to comprehend climate change and its local effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and use brand-new resources to affect their communities positively. ACWA is enabled thanks to the assistance 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 efficiency of the task and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 wider evaluations- the regional examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of standard education, absence 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 unemployment because of constrained private sector growth and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was especially high amongst the youth and ladies in the outer islands. Suitable regional skilled personnel for existing job vacancies

were not available, hence the importation of appropriately experienced foreign employees. Hence, there was an inequality between offered jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to provide trained workers required for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The job included 4 components: advancement of a career awareness program, abilities training enhancement, improved abilities training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated result was increased income-generating chances and work for students, especially women and youth in the external islands. In general, the job was rated not successful. Minimal development was accomplished in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The long-standing weakness of poor numeracy and literacy competencies

amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or attending voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The job was supply-driven and might not develop a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and vocational education training system has actually stayed basically the very same after job conclusion. The study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's

dedication to establishing a devoted labour information system to connect technical and vocational education training program offerings with market need. Although the job established a labour market details system, in the lack of in-house staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.