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 intends to use part of the profits for consulting services.


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


The assignment will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and boost the abilities of employees through accredited college accreditation.


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


The National Training Council now invites qualified individuals ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Intrigued Consultants need to offer info demonstrating that they have actually the required certifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages dealing with the compulsory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies' personnel may express interest through the using company for the task. In such a situation, only the experience and qualifications of individuals shall be considered in the choice 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 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
abilities. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, consisting of government. companies, TVET organizations, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop efficient team relationships with customers and appropriate 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 dispute of interest. More information can be gotten at the address below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
delivered in a written type to the address below (in person 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 just recently taken place at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This important 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 intended to empower ladies and youth with the knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a commitment to boosting RMI's water security and community durability against climate modification effects, particularly ladies

and youth, ensuring that no one is left behind. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and international development 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 collective action in developing a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and interact. As we face the obstacles postured by environment modification, understanding its impact on our water resources is necessary for enhancing the wellness of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary function of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop unites us from various neighborhoods to address the pressing concerns we face today, consisting of climate-related difficulties, particularly on our water resources."We want to emphasize the important role of females and youth in this job as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.
The first day of the workshop covered important concerns associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of environment change on water security and the disproportionate effects on vulnerable groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social addition into all job elements was also talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, stressing the requirement for detailed security of susceptible populations

throughout emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the different kinds that can occur in disaster circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their crucial function in health, livelihoods, school attendance, dignity, and building durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his thankfulness to all individuals

, highlighting the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA job. More importantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, participants visited 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 an essential element of the job, matched by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see worked as a valuable direct experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her appreciation 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 first time participating in such training, and I learned a lot from the visitor rmimof.com speakers, group activities, and the website check out. I now comprehend the value of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA project coming to Jabat and all set to help when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site see improved my 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 looking forward to sharing this knowledge with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were better geared up to understand environment modification and its local effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and use brand-new resources to impact their neighborhoods favorably. 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 Examines the performance of the task and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to two more comprehensive examinations- the local assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the poor quality of basic education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the occupation and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector growth and government downsizing. Unemployment was especially high amongst the youth and females in the outer islands. Suitable local skilled personnel for existing job vacancies
were not available, hence the importation of appropriately proficient foreign employees. Thus, there was a mismatch in 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 occupation education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance abilities training to provide trained workers needed for sustained financial and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated national skills training system. The project consisted of four parts: development of a profession awareness program, skills training enhancement, enhanced skills training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional fortifying. The anticipated result was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, especially women and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the project was ranked unsuccessful. Minimal progress was accomplished in making the task responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The long-standing weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies
amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or attending voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The task was supply-driven and might 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 employment education training system has actually stayed essentially the same after project conclusion. The study advanced that ADB might encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's
commitment to establishing a dedicated labour details system to connect technical and occupation education training program offerings with industry need. Although the project established a labour market information system, in the lack of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.