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 use part of the profits 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 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 helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and enhance the abilities of workers through certified college certification.


The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project are shown in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants ought to provide info showing that they have actually the required certifications and pertinent experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages resolving the necessary experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable projects, similar conditions, and so on). Companies' staff may express interest through the employing company for the project. In such a circumstance, just the experience and certifications of individuals will be thought about in the selection procedure. 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience developing and
implementing RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Outstanding interaction, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, including government. companies, TVET organizations, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build efficient group relationships with customers and appropriate 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. Further details can be obtained at the address listed below during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
delivered 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 taken place 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) task. 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 strengthens a dedication to boosting RMI's water security and community durability against climate modification effects, especially ladies

and youth, ensuring that no one is left. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government firms, non-governmental organizations, and international 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 cumulative action in building a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we face the challenges postured by climate change, comprehending its influence on our water resources is important for improving the wellness of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential role of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related challenges."This workshop joins us from numerous communities to deal with the pressing concerns we deal with today, consisting of climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources."We want to stress the crucial function of women and youth in this job as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The very first day of the workshop covered important concerns related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of climate change on water security and the disproportionate impacts on vulnerable groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all job aspects was also discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the requirement for detailed defense of vulnerable populations

during emergencies. In addition, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the different kinds that can occur in disaster circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their essential role in health, incomes, school presence, dignity, and building resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all participants

, highlighting the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA job. More importantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your communities to empower others,"he said. 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 job. The setup is an essential component of the task, matched by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit worked as an important direct experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her thankfulness for the opportunity 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 learned a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now understand the value of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm excited about the ACWA project concerning Jabat and prepared to assist when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and site go to increased my self-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 anticipating sharing this knowledge with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better geared up to comprehend environment change and its regional impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and utilize brand-new resources to affect their communities favorably. 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 task and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to 2 wider assessments- the regional examination of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of standard education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in skills training and the occupation and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector development and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high amongst the youth and females in the external islands. Suitable regional experienced personnel for existing job vacancies
were not available, thus the importation of properly skilled foreign employees. Thus, there was a mismatch in between offered jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to supply well-trained workers required for continual financial and social development. This was to be attained through an integrated national abilities training system. The job included 4 elements: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training enhancement, enhanced abilities training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, especially females and youth in the outer islands. In general, the job was ranked unsuccessful. Limited progress was accomplished in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The long-standing weakness of poor numeracy and literacy competencies
amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or attending voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The project was supply-driven and might not develop a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and trade education training system has stayed essentially the same after job completion. The study advanced that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to developing a devoted labour details system to connect technical and occupation education training program offerings with market need. Although the project established a labour market information system, in the absence of in-house personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally functional.