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) expense. It plans to apply part of the proceeds for speaking with services.


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


The assignment will focus 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 examine and improve the skills of employees through certified college accreditation.


The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are shown in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).


The National Training Council now welcomes qualified people ("Consultants") to show their interest in supplying the Services. Interested Consultants ought to offer info showing that they have the needed certifications and relevant experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages attending to the compulsory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar assignments, similar conditions, etc). Companies' personnel may express interest through the employing firm for the assignment. In such a scenario, just the experience and credentials of people will be thought about in the selection procedure. 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.

Possess 2-5 years' experience developing and
implementing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, consisting of government. firms, TVET organizations, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct effective group relationships with clients and pertinent stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (including companies )is drawn to paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank's"

Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers "July 2016 revised November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Further information can be gotten at the address listed below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
delivered in a written type to the address listed below (in person or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line must state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -full 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 4th
Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has just recently happened at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This essential training was arranged 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 intended to empower ladies and youth with the knowledge and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a commitment to boosting RMI's water security and neighborhood resilience versus environment change impacts, particularly women

and youth, making sure that no one is left. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government agencies, 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, highlighted the significance of cumulative action in developing a climate-resilient country."It is our obligation to come together and work together. As we face the difficulties presented by climate modification, comprehending its influence on our water resources is necessary 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 necessary role of ladies and youth in addressing climate-related challenges."This workshop unifies us from numerous neighborhoods to deal with the pressing concerns we face today, consisting of climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources."We want to stress the vital role of women and youth in this job as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The very first day of the workshop covered important issues connected 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 climate change on water security and the disproportionate impacts on vulnerable groups. The significance of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all project elements was also discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the requirement for extensive protection of susceptible populations

during emergency situations. In addition, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the various forms that can develop in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their essential function in health, livelihoods, school presence, self-respect, and structure resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all individuals

, emphasizing the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA job. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your communities to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, participants went to Rongrong Island and took a look at the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA project. The installation is a crucial component of the task, matched by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see acted as a valuable direct experience of the positive effect of the ACWA job on the community and its

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

"This was my very first time taking part in such training, and I found out so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now comprehend the importance of clean water and how to sanitize it. I'm excited about the ACWA project pertaining to Jabat and ready to assist when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website go to increased 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 understanding with my community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were better geared up to comprehend environment change and its regional impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and utilize brand-new resources to impact their communities positively. ACWA is made possible thanks to the assistance 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 Evaluates the efficiency of the project and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to two more comprehensive assessments- the local assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in skills training and the vocational and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector development and government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high amongst the youth and females in the outer islands. Appropriate regional competent workers for existing job vacancies
were not available, hence the importation of properly competent foreign workers. Therefore, there was an inequality between readily available jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and employment education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to offer trained employees required for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated national abilities training system. The project consisted of four elements: advancement of a career awareness program, abilities training enhancement, boosted skills training chances for women and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, specifically females and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the job was rated not successful. Limited progress was achieved in making the task responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The enduring 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 partly attributed to the poor quality of fundamental education. The project was supply-driven and could not establish a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and trade education training system has actually stayed fundamentally the very same after project conclusion. The research study put forward 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 establishing a committed labour info system to connect technical and trade education training program offerings with market need. Although the job established a labour market information system, in the absence of internal personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.