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 means to apply part of the earnings 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 task effectively.


The task will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and improve the skills of employees through accredited college certification.


The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project are indicated in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).


The National Training Council now welcomes qualified people ("Consultants") to show their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants should offer information showing that they have actually the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages dealing with the mandatory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable assignments, comparable conditions, etc). Companies' staff might reveal interest through the employing firm for the project. In such a scenario, only the experience and qualifications of individuals will be thought about in the selection procedure. The requirements 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 designing and
implementing RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and facilitation
skills. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, including government. companies, TVET institutions, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct effective group relationships with customers and relevant 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 ", stating the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. More information can be obtained at the address below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
provided in a written form to the address listed below (in person 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 fourth
Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has actually just 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 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 intended to empower females 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 versus climate change impacts, particularly ladies

and youth, guaranteeing that no one is left behind. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental companies, and worldwide development 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, underscored the significance of cumulative action in developing a climate-resilient nation."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we face the challenges postured by environment change, comprehending its influence on our water resources is important for improving the wellness of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the vital role of women and youth in resolving climate-related challenges."This workshop joins us from different neighborhoods to deal with the pressing problems we deal with today, including climate-related difficulties, particularly on our water resources."We wish to stress the vital function of females and youth in this task as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The first day of the workshop covered critical issues connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the effects of environment change on water security and the out of proportion results on vulnerable groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all task elements was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, worrying the need for detailed security of susceptible populations

during emergencies. In addition, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the different forms that can occur in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their important function in health, incomes, school attendance, self-respect, and structure resistant communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all participants

, stressing the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA task. More importantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, individuals 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 task. The installation is a key component of the project, matched by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit acted as a valuable direct experience of the positive impact of the ACWA project on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her appreciation for the chance to sign up with the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the task when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my very first time participating in such training, and I learned so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website see. I now comprehend the importance of clean water and how to sanitize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and prepared to help when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site check out boosted my confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

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 understanding with my neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were better geared up to comprehend environment modification and its regional impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and use brand-new resources to impact their neighborhoods positively. 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 Assesses the efficiency of the project and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to two more comprehensive evaluations- the regional assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector development and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was particularly high amongst the youth and ladies in the outer islands. Appropriate regional proficient workers for existing job vacancies
were not available, for this reason the importation of properly proficient foreign workers. Thus, there was an inequality between offered tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied 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 trained workers required for continual financial and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated national abilities training system. The job consisted of 4 parts: development of a profession awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved abilities training chances for females and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected result was increased income-generating opportunities and work for students, particularly ladies and youth in the outer islands. In general, the task was ranked not successful. Limited development was accomplished in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies
among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or attending voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The job was supply-driven and might not develop a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and employment education training system has stayed basically the very same after job completion. The study put forward that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to developing a dedicated labour details system to link technical and professional education training program offerings with market need. Although the project established a labour market information system, in the absence of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not completely functional.