RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually gotten funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It plans to use part of the proceeds for consulting 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 assignment will focus 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 assess and improve the skills of employees through accredited college certification.

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

The National Training Council now welcomes qualified people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants need to supply info showing that they have the required certifications and appropriate experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages addressing the necessary experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, comparable conditions, etc). Firms' personnel might reveal interest through the using company for the project. In such a circumstance, only the experience and certifications of individuals shall be considered in the selection procedure. The criteria for electing 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.

Possess 2-5 years' experience creating and

executing RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Excellent interaction, training, and facilitation

skills. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, including federal government. agencies, TVET institutions, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop effective group relationships with customers and relevant 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. More 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 type to the address listed below (face to face or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.

The subject line needs to state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -complete name of the candidate". Julius Lucky Director National Training Council[email protected]: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 actually recently taken place at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This vital training was arranged 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 females and youth with the understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a dedication to boosting RMI's water security and neighborhood resilience against climate change effects, particularly females

and youth, guaranteeing that nobody is left. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government agencies, non-governmental companies, and global 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, underscored the significance of collective action in building a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the obstacles postured by climate modification, understanding its effect on our water resources is important for improving the well-being of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary function of females and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop joins us from various communities to attend to the pressing concerns we deal with today, including climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We want to emphasize the crucial function of females and youth in this job as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.

The first day of the workshop covered critical concerns connected 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 environment change on water security and the disproportionate impacts on susceptible groups. The value of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all project elements was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the need for comprehensive defense of susceptible populations

throughout emergency situations. Furthermore, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the various types that can emerge in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their vital role in health, livelihoods, school participation, dignity, and structure durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all individuals

, stressing the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA project. More significantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, individuals visited 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 installation is a key component of the task, matched by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit acted as an important direct experience of the positive impact of the ACWA job on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed 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 participating in such training, and I discovered a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site go to. I now understand the significance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and ready to assist when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website visit boosted my confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand offered me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm anticipating sharing this knowledge with my community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were better equipped to understand climate change and its regional impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and make use of brand-new resources to affect their neighborhoods favorably. ACWA is made possible thanks to the support 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 performance of the project and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 wider evaluations- the local evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the special examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of basic education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector development and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high among the youth and women in the external islands. Suitable regional competent personnel for existing job vacancies

were unavailable, for this reason the importation of appropriately competent foreign employees. Thus, there was an inequality between readily available jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the initiative for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and vocational education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to offer trained employees required for continual economic and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The task consisted of four elements: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved abilities training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated result was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for students, especially ladies and youth in the external islands. Overall, the job was ranked not successful. Limited progress was achieved in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or going to voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The task was supply-driven and might not develop a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and occupation education training system has actually stayed basically the very same after task conclusion. The research study advanced that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's

dedication to developing a devoted labour details system to connect technical and vocational education training program offerings with market need. Although the job established a labour market info system, in the lack of internal staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.