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) cost. It intends to apply 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 carrying out the World Bank-funded task efficiently.


The assignment will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating a structure 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 abilities of employees through recognized college certification.


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 qualified people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants ought to offer details showing that they have the needed credentials and appropriate experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages resolving the obligatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, similar conditions, and so on). Firms' personnel may express interest through the using company for the assignment. In such a situation, only the experience and qualifications of individuals will be considered 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 developing and
carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Outstanding communication, training, and facilitation
skills. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, including government. companies, TVET institutions, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct efficient team relationships with customers and relevant stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (including 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 ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. More information can be acquired at the address below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
delivered in a written kind to the address listed below (personally or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line must state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -full 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 recently happened at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). This vital training was organized by the United Nations Development Programme( UNDP )Pacific Office through the Addressing Climate Vulnerability in the Water Sector(ACWA) task. The week-long capacity-building training intended to empower ladies 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 durability versus environment change effects, especially women

and youth, ensuring that no one is left. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government agencies, non-governmental companies, and global 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 building a climate-resilient country."It is our obligation to come together and collaborate. As we face the obstacles positioned by environment modification, comprehending its impact on our water resources is vital for improving the wellness of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential function of ladies and youth in dealing with climate-related difficulties."This workshop unifies us from numerous communities to deal with the pressing problems we face today, including climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We wish to stress the important function of females and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.
The very first day of the workshop covered important problems related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the effects of environment modification on water security and the out of proportion impacts on vulnerable groups. The value of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all job elements was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the need for detailed protection of vulnerable populations

throughout emergencies. Additionally, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the different types that can develop in disaster circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their essential function in health, incomes, school participation, self-respect, and building resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all participants

, highlighting the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are essential 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 stated. Throughout the workshop, participants checked out Rongrong Island and took a look at the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA task. The setup is a key part of the job, matched by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to served as an important direct experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA project on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her gratitude for the chance to sign up with the workshop and made clear her desire to be part of the job when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my first time taking part in such training, and I discovered so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website check out. I now understand the importance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA project pertaining to Jabat and all set to help when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and site go to boosted my self-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 stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better equipped to understand climate modification and its regional impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and make use of brand-new resources to affect their neighborhoods favorably. ACWA is enabled thanks to the support of the Green Climate

Fund, with the job co-financed by the Government of the Republic of the Marshall Islands

. The Marshall Islands: Skills Training and Vocational Education Project Examines the performance of the job and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to two wider examinations- the local assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of fundamental education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector development and government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high amongst the youth and females in the outer islands. Suitable regional proficient workers for existing task vacancies
were not available, thus the importation of appropriately experienced foreign workers. Thus, there was a mismatch in between readily available tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to offer trained workers required for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated national skills training system. The project consisted of four elements: advancement of a profession awareness program, skills training enhancement, boosted abilities training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for students, especially females and youth in the external islands. In general, the job was rated unsuccessful. Restricted progress was achieved in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The long-standing weak point of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies
amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or participating in voc-tech education could be partly credited to the poor quality of basic education. The job was supply-driven and might not develop a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and trade education training system has actually stayed essentially the same after job conclusion. The research study put forward that ADB might encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's
dedication to developing a dedicated labour information system to connect technical and professional education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the task established a labour market details system, in the absence of in-house staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not fully operational.