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


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


The task will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, aimed at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and enhance the abilities of employees through accredited college accreditation.


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


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants should supply details demonstrating that they have actually the needed credentials and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages resolving the obligatory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable assignments, comparable conditions, etc). Companies' staff may reveal interest through the using firm for the assignment. In such a circumstance, only the experience and credentials of people shall be considered in the selection procedure. The requirements 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience creating and
carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and assistance
abilities. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, consisting of federal government. companies, TVET institutions, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct efficient team relationships with clients and pertinent 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 during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
provided in a written type to the address listed below (face to face or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line needs to state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -complete 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 recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This essential 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 women and youth with the understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood durability versus environment modification impacts, specifically females

and youth, guaranteeing that no one is left. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government firms, non-governmental organizations, and global advancement 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 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, highlighted the significance of collective action in building a climate-resilient country."It is our obligation to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the obstacles postured by environment change, comprehending its impact on our water resources is vital 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 vital function of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related difficulties."This workshop joins us from various communities to attend to the pressing issues we deal with today, consisting of climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We want to highlight the crucial function of females and youth in this task as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The very first day of the workshop covered vital issues associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of environment modification on water security and the disproportionate impacts on vulnerable groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all task aspects was also discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the need for detailed security of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the various kinds that can arise in disaster circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their essential role in health, livelihoods, school presence, self-respect, and structure durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all participants

, emphasizing the significance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA project. More notably, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, participants checked out Rongrong Island and analyzed the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA job. The installation is a key component of the task, matched by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out functioned as an important firsthand experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA project on the community and its

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

"This was my very first time participating in such training, and I discovered a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website check out. I now understand the significance of clean water and how to sanitize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA project concerning Jabat and prepared to help when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and website go to boosted my self-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 eagerly anticipating sharing this knowledge with my neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were better equipped to comprehend environment modification and its local impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and use new resources to affect their neighborhoods positively. ACWA is made possible thanks to the support of the Green Climate

Fund, with the job 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 job and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 broader evaluations- the regional evaluation of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of basic education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in abilities training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector growth and government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high among the youth and ladies in the outer islands. Suitable local skilled personnel for existing task vacancies
were unavailable, for this reason the importation of properly competent foreign workers. Therefore, there was an inequality between available jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and employment education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to supply well-trained employees needed for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated national abilities training system. The job included four parts: development of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved abilities training chances for females and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and work for students, specifically ladies and youth in the external islands. In general, the project was rated unsuccessful. Restricted progress was achieved in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The long-standing weak point of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies
amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or attending voc-tech education could be partly credited 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 trade education training system has actually stayed essentially the very same after job conclusion. The study advanced that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's
commitment to developing a devoted labour information system to connect 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 fully functional.