RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually received funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It plans to apply part of the proceeds for seeking advice from services.


The consulting services ("the Services") will help the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in executing the World Bank-funded project efficiently.


The task will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council assess and enhance the abilities of workers through certified college accreditation.


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


The National Training Council now welcomes qualified individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants should supply information showing that they have actually the needed qualifications and relevant experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages resolving the obligatory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, comparable conditions, and so on). Firms' staff may reveal interest through the using company for the assignment. In such a circumstance, only the experience and qualifications of people shall be considered in the selection process. The criteria 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 developing and
executing RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Excellent communication, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, including government. firms, TVET organizations, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build reliable group relationships with customers and appropriate 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. Additional details can be obtained at the address listed below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be
delivered in a written kind to the address listed below (in person or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line should 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 taken place at the University of the South Pacific's campus 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) project. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower women and youth with the understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood resilience versus climate modification effects, especially ladies

and youth, making sure that nobody is left behind. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government companies, non-governmental companies, and global 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 building a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and collaborate. As we face the difficulties presented by environment modification, understanding its effect 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 essential function of ladies and youth in attending to climate-related challenges."This workshop joins us from various neighborhoods to address the pressing problems we deal with today, consisting of climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We want to stress the essential role of ladies and youth in this project as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The first day of the workshop covered vital 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 effects of climate modification on water security and the disproportionate results on susceptible groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all task aspects was also talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the need for thorough defense of susceptible populations

throughout emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous kinds that can emerge in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their crucial function in health, incomes, school presence, dignity, and building durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all participants

, stressing the significance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA job. More notably, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, participants went to Rongrong Island and examined the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA project. The setup is a key component of the job, complemented by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out served 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 revealed her gratitude for the chance to sign up with the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the project when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my 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 value of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA project coming to Jabat and prepared to help when it shows up,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site go to increased my 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 eagerly anticipating sharing this knowledge with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were much better geared up to comprehend climate modification and its regional impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and make use of new resources to impact their neighborhoods positively. 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 Examines the efficiency of the task and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to two broader evaluations- the local evaluation of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of fundamental education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in skills training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector development and government downsizing. Joblessness was especially high among the youth and women in the external islands. Appropriate regional competent personnel for existing job vacancies
were unavailable, for this reason the importation of appropriately competent foreign workers. Thus, there was an inequality in between offered tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to supply well-trained workers required for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated national skills training system. The task included 4 components: development of a career awareness program, skills training improvement, boosted skills training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional strengthening. The expected result was increased income-generating opportunities and work for students, especially ladies and youth in the external islands. In general, the task was ranked unsuccessful. Minimal development was achieved in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The long-standing weakness of poor numeracy and literacy competencies
among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or participating in voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The job was supply-driven and might not establish 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 basically the same after project completion. The study put forward that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to developing a dedicated labour info system to link technical and employment education training program offerings with industry need. Although the project established a labour market info system, in the lack of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.