RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has gotten financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It means 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 carrying out the World Bank-funded task efficiently.


The assignment will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, targeted at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council assess and improve the abilities of workers through accredited college accreditation.


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


The National Training Council now welcomes qualified people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in supplying the Services. Interested Consultants must offer info showing that they have actually the required credentials and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages dealing with the mandatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, comparable conditions, etc). Firms' staff may express interest through the employing company for the assignment. In such a circumstance, just 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience designing and
executing RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and assistance
skills. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, including federal government. companies, TVET institutions, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop reliable 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 ", stating the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. More details can be gotten at the address below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
delivered in a written form to the address 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 -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 just recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This vital training was organized by the United Nations Development Programme( UNDP )Pacific Office through the Addressing Climate Vulnerability in the Water Sector(ACWA) task. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower females and youth with the understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood strength versus climate change impacts, particularly women

and youth, making sure that no one is left behind. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government firms, non-governmental companies, 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 collective action in constructing a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and work together. As we face the challenges presented by environment modification, understanding its effect on our water resources is vital for enhancing the well-being of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary function of ladies and youth in attending to climate-related challenges."This workshop unites us from various communities to deal with the pressing issues we deal with today, consisting of climate-related difficulties, particularly on our water resources."We want to highlight the crucial role of females and youth in this task as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The very first day of the workshop covered important problems related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the impacts of environment change on water security and the out of proportion results on vulnerable groups. The value of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all project aspects was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the need for comprehensive security of vulnerable populations

throughout emergency situations. In addition, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the different types that can occur in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their essential function in health, incomes, school presence, dignity, and structure durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his gratitude to all individuals

, stressing the significance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA project. More importantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. Throughout the workshop, participants visited 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 project. The installation is a key component of the project, complemented by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit functioned as a valuable direct experience of the positive effect of the ACWA task on the neighborhood and its

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

"This was my very first time taking part in such training, and I discovered a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now comprehend the significance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm excited about the ACWA project pertaining to Jabat and ready to help when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website go to boosted my confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand provided me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm anticipating sharing this knowledge with my community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were better geared up to understand environment change and its regional effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and utilize brand-new resources to affect their neighborhoods favorably. ACWA is enabled 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 Assesses the performance of the project and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 more comprehensive evaluations- the local examination of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly 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 joblessness because of constrained private sector growth and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was specifically high amongst the youth and women in the outer islands. Ideal regional experienced personnel for existing task vacancies
were unavailable, thus the importation of appropriately skilled foreign employees. Therefore, there was an inequality between available tasks and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the effort for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and vocational education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance abilities training to offer well-trained employees needed for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated national skills training system. The job consisted of four components: advancement of a career awareness program, skills training enhancement, enhanced skills training opportunities for females and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and work for trainees, specifically women and youth in the external islands. Overall, the job was ranked unsuccessful. Restricted progress was achieved in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The long-standing weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies
amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or attending voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The job was supply-driven and could not establish 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 project completion. The study advanced that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's
commitment to establishing a committed labour details system to link technical and occupation education training program offerings with market need. Although the project set up a labour market information system, in the absence of in-house staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not completely functional.