RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has received funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It plans to use part of the profits 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 job successfully.


The assignment will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating a framework 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 improve the abilities of employees through recognized college accreditation.


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


The National Training Council now invites eligible people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants need to supply info demonstrating that they have actually the required certifications and appropriate experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages resolving the mandatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, similar conditions, and so on). Firms' personnel may express interest through the utilizing firm for the task. In such a scenario, only the experience and certifications of individuals shall be considered in the selection process. The criteria 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
carrying out RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Outstanding interaction, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, consisting of government. agencies, TVET institutions, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build reliable group relationships with customers and relevant 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 revised November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Further info can be obtained at the address below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be
provided in a written form to the address below (face to face or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line must 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 just recently taken place at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). 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 females and youth with the understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). This training reinforces a dedication to improving RMI's water security and neighborhood strength versus climate change effects, especially females

and youth, making sure that no one is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal 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, highlighted the significance of cumulative action in constructing a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and interact. As we deal with the difficulties positioned by climate modification, understanding its effect on our water resources is vital 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 essential function of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related difficulties."This workshop unites us from different communities to attend to the pressing problems we deal with today, including climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources."We wish to emphasize the essential role of ladies and youth in this job as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The first day of the workshop covered critical issues related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the impacts of climate change on water security and the out of proportion results on vulnerable groups. The value of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all project aspects was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the requirement for detailed protection of susceptible populations

throughout emergency situations. Furthermore, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the different kinds that can occur in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their essential function in health, incomes, school presence, self-respect, and structure resistant communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all participants

, emphasizing the importance 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 neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, individuals visited 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 job. The setup is an essential element of the project, complemented by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out served as an important firsthand experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA job on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her gratitude for the opportunity to join 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 found out a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site go to. I now understand the importance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA task pertaining to Jabat and all set to help when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website go to enhanced 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 looking forward to sharing this knowledge with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were much better geared up to comprehend climate change and its local effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and use brand-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 Examines the efficiency of the project and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 more comprehensive examinations- the local evaluation of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in skills training and the employment and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector growth and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was especially high among the youth and ladies in the external islands. Suitable regional competent workers for existing task vacancies
were not available, thus the importation of properly proficient foreign employees. Thus, there was a mismatch in between readily available jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and employment education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to provide trained workers needed for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The project included four parts: development of a career awareness program, abilities training enhancement, improved skills training chances for females and youth, and institutional strengthening. The expected outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for trainees, particularly women and youth in the outer islands. In general, the project was rated unsuccessful. Restricted progress was attained in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The enduring weakness of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies
amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or going to voc-tech education could be partly credited to the poor quality of fundamental education. The task was supply-driven and could not develop a strong linkage with economic 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 basically the very same after project conclusion. The 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 developing a devoted labour details system to link technical and vocational education training program offerings with industry need. Although the job set up a labour market details system, in the absence of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally functional.