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) expense. It means to use part of the earnings for consulting services.


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


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


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


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible individuals ("Consultants") to show their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants need to provide info demonstrating that they have the required certifications and relevant experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages dealing with the necessary experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable assignments, similar conditions, etc). Firms' personnel might express interest through the using firm for the project. In such a situation, just the experience and certifications of people shall be thought about in the choice process. The requirements for choosing 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 creating and
carrying out RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and assistance
skills. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, including government. agencies, TVET institutions, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build efficient team relationships with customers and pertinent 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 revised November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. More info can be obtained at the address listed below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be
provided in a written form to the address below (personally or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line should 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 recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). This essential training was arranged by the United Nations Development Programme( UNDP )Pacific Office through the Addressing Climate Vulnerability in the Water Sector(ACWA) job. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower ladies and youth with the understanding and practices required for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a commitment to enhancing RMI's water security and community durability against climate change impacts, specifically women

and youth, making sure that no one is left. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government firms, non-governmental companies, and worldwide development 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, underscored the significance of collective action in building a climate-resilient nation."It is our obligation to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the challenges postured by climate change, understanding its influence on our water resources is vital for enhancing the well-being of neighborhoods 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 joins us from numerous communities to deal with the pressing issues we face today, including climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We wish to emphasize the vital function of females and youth in this job as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The first day of the workshop covered vital issues related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the impacts of climate change on water security and the out of proportion results on susceptible groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all project aspects was also talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the requirement for detailed protection of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. Furthermore, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the various kinds that can emerge in disaster circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their essential role in health, incomes, school attendance, self-respect, and structure resistant communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, highlighting the significance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA project. More significantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, participants went to 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 job. The installation is a key element of the job, matched by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see functioned as a valuable firsthand experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA project on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her gratitude for the chance to sign up with the workshop and made clear her desire to be part of the task when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my first time participating in such training, and I discovered so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website go to. I now comprehend the importance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and prepared to assist when it shows up,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and site visit increased 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 anticipating sharing this understanding with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were better equipped to understand environment change and its local effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and use brand-new resources to impact their communities favorably. 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. Offers inputs to 2 wider evaluations- the local assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the poor quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in skills training and the employment and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector development and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was specifically high among the youth and ladies in the external islands. Suitable regional knowledgeable workers for existing job vacancies
were not available, hence the importation of properly experienced foreign workers. Therefore, there was a mismatch in between available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to supply trained employees needed for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated national abilities training system. The task consisted of 4 components: development of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, boosted abilities training chances for women and youth, and institutional fortifying. The anticipated result was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, specifically women and youth in the external islands. Overall, the job was ranked not successful. Limited progress was achieved in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies
amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or participating in voc-tech education could be partly credited to the poor quality of basic education. The task was supply-driven and might not establish a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and trade education training system has stayed essentially the exact same after project conclusion. The study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to establishing a committed labour details system to connect technical and employment education training program offerings with industry need. Although the task established a labour market information system, in the lack of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully operational.