RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has gotten funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It intends to use part of the proceeds for seeking advice from services.


The consulting services ("the Services") will assist 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 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 assess and enhance the skills of workers through accredited college accreditation.


The in-depth Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are suggested in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants need to provide info demonstrating that they have the needed credentials and relevant experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages resolving the compulsory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable tasks, comparable conditions, etc). Companies' staff may express interest through the using firm for the project. In such a scenario, only the experience and credentials of people shall be considered in the choice procedure. The requirements for electing the Consultant are: A.
Mandatory Qualifications and Experience Master's degree in education, training

, groups.google.com management, or a related field. Minimum of 5-10 years of experience working in TVET System. Curriculum Design and Systems.

Have 2-5 years' experience designing and
carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Outstanding communication, training, and facilitation
skills. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, consisting of government. firms, TVET organizations, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct effective group relationships with customers and pertinent 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 ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. Additional info can be obtained at the address listed below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be
delivered in a written type to the address listed below (in person 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 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 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) job. The week-long capacity-building training aimed 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 strengthens a commitment to improving RMI's water security and neighborhood durability against climate modification effects, particularly women

and youth, ensuring that no one is left. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental companies, and worldwide advancement 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 constructing a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the challenges posed by climate change, understanding its impact on our water resources is important for enhancing the wellness of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential role of ladies and youth in addressing climate-related challenges."This workshop joins us from numerous neighborhoods to attend to the pressing concerns we deal with today, including climate-related difficulties, particularly on our water resources."We want to highlight the important role of women and youth in this task as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.
The very first day of the workshop covered important concerns connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of climate modification on water security and the disproportionate effects on susceptible groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all task aspects was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, worrying the requirement for thorough security of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. In addition, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous forms that can arise in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their vital function in health, livelihoods, school attendance, dignity, and structure durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his thankfulness to all individuals

, stressing the significance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA task. More significantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, individuals checked out 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 crucial component of the task, complemented by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit served as a valuable direct experience of the positive impact of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

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

"This was my first time participating in such training, and I discovered so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website go to. I now understand the importance of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA job concerning Jabat and prepared to assist when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site check out increased 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 understanding with my neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were better geared up to understand environment change and its local effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and make use of new resources to affect their communities positively. ACWA is made possible thanks to the assistance 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 Assesses the performance of the task and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 wider evaluations- the local evaluation of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in skills training and the vocational and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector development and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was especially high among the youth and females in the outer islands. Ideal local knowledgeable personnel for existing task vacancies
were not available, thus the importation of appropriately competent foreign employees. Hence, there was a mismatch between offered jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance abilities training to offer well-trained workers needed for sustained financial and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated national skills training system. The project consisted of four components: development of a profession awareness program, abilities training improvement, enhanced skills training chances for women and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated result was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for students, specifically ladies and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the task was rated not successful. Minimal progress was achieved in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The long-standing 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 could 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 professional education training system has remained basically the exact same after job completion. The research study put forward that ADB could motivate 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 details system to link technical and occupation education training program offerings with market need. Although the task established a labour market details system, in the lack of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.