RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually received financing 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 carrying out the World Bank-funded task effectively.


The project will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating 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 skills of employees through recognized 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 invites qualified individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants need to offer details demonstrating that they have actually the needed credentials and relevant experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages dealing with the necessary experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable projects, similar conditions, and so on). Firms' staff might reveal interest through the utilizing company for the assignment. In such a situation, only the experience and credentials of people shall be thought about in the choice process. The criteria 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.

Possess 2-5 years' experience designing and
implementing RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Outstanding interaction, training, and assistance
abilities. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, consisting of federal government. firms, TVET organizations, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop reliable group relationships with customers and appropriate stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (including 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 listed below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be
provided in a written kind to the address listed below (face to face 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 occurred 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) job. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower ladies and youth with the understanding and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a commitment to boosting RMI's water security and neighborhood resilience versus climate modification impacts, specifically ladies

and youth, making sure that nobody is left. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government firms, 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 country."It is our duty to come together and interact. As we deal with the obstacles posed by climate change, comprehending its effect on our water resources is important for enhancing the well-being of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important function of women and youth in addressing climate-related challenges."This workshop unifies us from various neighborhoods to deal with the pressing problems we face today, including climate-related difficulties, particularly on our water resources."We want to highlight the vital role of females and youth in this project as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The very first day of the workshop covered vital concerns associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the impacts of climate modification on water security and the out of proportion impacts on susceptible groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all task aspects was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, worrying the need for detailed defense of susceptible populations

during emergency situations. In addition, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the various kinds that can arise in disaster situations, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their vital function in health, incomes, school attendance, dignity, and structure resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, stressing the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA task. More notably, 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 analyzed 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 crucial part of the project, matched by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit acted as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive impact of the ACWA task on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her thankfulness for the chance to join 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 found out so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website see. I now comprehend the significance of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and prepared to help when it arrives,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website check out increased my self-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 anticipating sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were better geared up to understand climate change and its regional impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and utilize brand-new resources to impact their communities positively. 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 Assesses the efficiency of the job and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 more comprehensive evaluations- the local assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of basic education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the employment and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector growth and government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high among the youth and women in the outer islands. Appropriate local proficient workers for existing task vacancies
were unavailable, thus the importation of appropriately skilled foreign workers. Hence, there was an inequality in between readily available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to supply well-trained workers required for sustained financial and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated national skills training system. The job consisted of four components: development of a profession awareness program, skills training enhancement, improved skills training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional fortifying. The anticipated result was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for students, specifically ladies and youth in the outer islands. In general, the project was rated not successful. Limited development was attained in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The long-standing weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies
among 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 fundamental education. The job was supply-driven and could 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 trade education training system has actually remained essentially the exact same after task conclusion. The research study advanced that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's
commitment to establishing a dedicated labour details system to connect technical and employment education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the project set up a labour market details system, in the lack of internal personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.