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) cost. It intends to use part of the profits for speaking with services.


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


The task will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and boost the skills of employees through recognized 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 invites qualified people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants must supply details demonstrating that they have actually 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 compulsory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, similar conditions, and so on). Firms' personnel might express interest through the utilizing firm for the project. In such a circumstance, just the experience and certifications of individuals shall be considered in the choice process. The requirements 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. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Excellent communication, training, and assistance
skills. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, including federal government. firms, TVET organizations, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop reliable team relationships with customers and pertinent stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (consisting of 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. Further information can be acquired at the address below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
provided in a written kind to the address listed below (personally or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line needs to 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 actually recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's school 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) job. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower women 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 dedication to improving RMI's water security and neighborhood strength versus climate change effects, particularly ladies

and youth, ensuring that no one is left. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government agencies, non-governmental companies, and worldwide 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 cumulative action in building a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and collaborate. As we face the obstacles positioned by climate modification, comprehending its influence on our water resources is essential for enhancing the wellness of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important function of females and youth in attending to climate-related difficulties."This workshop unites us from numerous communities to address the pressing concerns we deal with today, consisting of climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We wish to stress the crucial role of ladies and youth in this task as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The very first day of the workshop covered vital problems connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of climate modification on water security and the disproportionate results on vulnerable groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all job aspects was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the requirement for extensive security of susceptible populations

throughout emergency situations. In addition, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the various kinds that can emerge in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their essential function in health, livelihoods, school participation, self-respect, and structure durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all individuals

, highlighting the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA task. More notably, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he stated. Throughout the workshop, individuals went to Rongrong Island and examined the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank installed at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA job. The setup is an essential component of the project, matched by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to served as a valuable direct experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA task on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her gratitude for the opportunity 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 taking part in such training, and I learned so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website see. I now understand the value of clean water and how to sanitize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA project coming to Jabat and all set to help when it gets here,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website visit boosted my self-confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

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 community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were much better geared up to understand climate change 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 support 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 task and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two broader evaluations- the regional assessment 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 largely due to the poor quality of standard education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities 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. Unemployment was especially high amongst the youth and females in the outer islands. Ideal regional experienced personnel for existing job vacancies
were unavailable, hence the importation of properly knowledgeable foreign workers. Hence, there was a mismatch in between offered jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort 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 improve skills training to offer well-trained employees needed for continual economic and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The task consisted of four parts: advancement of a profession awareness program, skills training improvement, enhanced skills training chances for females and youth, and institutional strengthening. The anticipated result was increased income-generating chances and employment for trainees, especially ladies and youth in the external islands. In general, the task was ranked not successful. Limited progress was achieved in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The enduring weak point of poor numeracy and literacy competencies
among public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or participating in voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The project was supply-driven and could 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 employment education training system has actually remained essentially the same after task completion. The study put forward that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to establishing a committed labour information system to link technical and occupation education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the task established a labour market details system, in the absence of in-house personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.