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 means to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.


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


The project will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing 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 evaluate and improve the abilities of workers through accredited college certification.


The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project are shown in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).


The National Training Council now welcomes qualified individuals ("Consultants") to show their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants must offer info showing that they have the needed qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages attending to the necessary experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable assignments, comparable conditions, and so on). Firms' staff may express interest through the using company for the task. In such a circumstance, only the experience and qualifications of people will be considered in the choice process. The requirements for choosing 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 developing and
executing RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Outstanding interaction, training, and assistance
skills. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, including government. companies, TVET organizations, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct reliable 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. Additional details can be gotten at the address below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
provided in a written kind to the address below (face to face or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line ought to state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -complete 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 actually recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's campus 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) project. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower women and youth with the knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a commitment to boosting RMI's water security and neighborhood durability against environment modification effects, particularly females

and youth, ensuring that nobody is left. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental companies, and worldwide advancement 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, highlighted the significance of cumulative action in developing a climate-resilient nation."It is our responsibility to come together and interact. As we face the challenges presented by environment modification, comprehending its influence on our water resources is vital for improving the well-being of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important role of ladies and youth in addressing climate-related difficulties."This workshop unites us from numerous neighborhoods to address the pressing issues we deal with today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources."We want to stress the essential function of ladies and youth in this task as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The very first day of the workshop covered crucial 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 environment change on water security and the disproportionate effects on vulnerable groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all task aspects was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the need for extensive protection of vulnerable populations

throughout emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous kinds that can occur in disaster circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their vital role in health, incomes, school presence, self-respect, and structure resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, emphasizing the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA job. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he said. During 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 job. The setup is an essential part of the task, matched by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit served as a valuable direct experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her appreciation for the opportunity to join the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the job when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my first time taking part in such training, and I discovered a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now comprehend the importance of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm excited about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and ready to assist when it gets here,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site see 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 looking forward to sharing this knowledge with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were much better geared up to comprehend environment modification and its regional impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and utilize new resources to affect their neighborhoods positively. ACWA is enabled 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 Assesses the performance of the task and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two broader examinations- the regional evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the special evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of standard education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the occupation and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector growth and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high among the youth and ladies in the external islands. Suitable regional skilled personnel for existing job vacancies
were unavailable, for this reason the importation of appropriately skilled foreign employees. Thus, there was a mismatch between available tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and occupation education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to offer well-trained employees needed for sustained economic and social development. This was to be attained through an integrated national skills training system. The job included four parts: advancement of a career awareness program, skills training enhancement, enhanced skills training chances for women and youth, and institutional strengthening. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, particularly ladies and youth in the outer islands. In general, the project was rated unsuccessful. Limited progress was achieved in making the task responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The enduring weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies
among public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or attending voc-tech education could be partly credited to the poor quality of basic education. The project was supply-driven and could not establish a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and occupation education training system has remained fundamentally the very same after task conclusion. The research study put forward that ADB might encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's
dedication to developing a devoted labour details system to link technical and trade education training program offerings with market need. Although the project established a labour market details system, in the absence of internal staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.