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


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


The task will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, targeted at helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and boost the skills of employees through accredited college accreditation.


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


The National Training Council now invites eligible people ("Consultants") to show their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants should provide details demonstrating that they have the required credentials and appropriate experience to perform the Services (connect 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 tasks, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies' staff may express interest through the using firm for the project. In such a circumstance, only the experience and credentials of individuals will be considered in the selection process. The criteria for choosing the Consultant are: A.
Mandatory Qualifications and Experience Master's degree in education, training

, management, or a related field. Minimum of 5-10 years of experience working in TVET System. Curriculum Design and Systems.

Possess 2-5 years' experience creating and
carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Excellent interaction, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, including federal government. firms, TVET organizations, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop efficient group relationships with customers and appropriate stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (consisting of 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. Further details can be gotten 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 (in person 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 prospect". 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 campus 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 ladies and youth with the knowledge and practices required for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a dedication to improving RMI's water security and neighborhood strength versus environment modification effects, specifically women

and youth, guaranteeing that no one is left behind. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government firms, non-governmental companies, and international 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 building a climate-resilient country."It is our duty to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the challenges presented by environment change, understanding its effect on our water resources is necessary for improving the well-being of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.

rmi national training council Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary role of women and youth in addressing climate-related obstacles."This workshop joins us from different neighborhoods to resolve the pressing concerns we face today, consisting of climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We want to stress the essential function of women and youth in this task as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.
The first day of the workshop covered crucial issues connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of climate modification on water security and the out of proportion effects on vulnerable groups. The importance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all task elements was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the need for comprehensive defense of vulnerable populations

during emergencies. Additionally, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the various types that can occur in catastrophe situations, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their essential function in health, livelihoods, school presence, self-respect, and building resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his thankfulness to all participants

, emphasizing the significance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA project. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, individuals 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 task. The installation is a crucial component of the project, complemented by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to served as an important direct experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA task on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her gratitude for the opportunity to sign up with the workshop and explained 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 go to. I now understand the value of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA project pertaining to Jabat and all set to help when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site see boosted my self-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 eagerly anticipating sharing this understanding with my community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better geared up to comprehend climate change and its local effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and use new resources to affect their communities positively. ACWA is made possible 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 project and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 broader assessments- the local examination of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the poor quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in skills training and the occupation and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector growth and government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high among the youth and women in the outer islands. Suitable local knowledgeable workers for existing job vacancies
were not available, thus the importation of properly competent foreign employees. Thus, there was a mismatch in between readily available tasks and abilities 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 approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to offer trained employees needed for sustained financial and social development. This was to be attained through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The task included four components: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved abilities training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected outcome was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, especially ladies and youth in the external islands. In general, the project was rated not successful. Minimal development was achieved in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The long-standing weakness of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies
among public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or participating in voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of fundamental education. The project 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 trade education training system has remained essentially the same after project conclusion. The study put forward that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to establishing a dedicated labour details system to connect technical and employment education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the job set up a labour market information system, in the absence of in-house personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not completely functional.