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) cost. It means to apply part of the proceeds 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 job efficiently.

The task will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and boost the skills of employees through accredited college certification.

The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are suggested in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now welcomes qualified people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants need to supply details showing that they have the needed qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater 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 might reveal interest through the utilizing company for the assignment. In such a circumstance, only the experience and qualifications of people shall be considered in the selection procedure. The criteria for choosing 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 designing and

carrying out RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and facilitation

skills. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, including federal government. agencies, TVET organizations, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop efficient group relationships with customers and pertinent 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. More info can be obtained at the address listed below throughout office 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 -complete name of the prospect". Julius Lucky Director National Training Council[email protected]: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 actually just recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This vital 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 understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and community durability against environment modification effects, particularly ladies

and youth, making sure that nobody is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government firms, non-governmental organizations, 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, highlighted the significance of cumulative action in developing a climate-resilient nation."It is our responsibility to come together and work together. As we face the difficulties presented by environment change, understanding its impact on our water resources is necessary 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 vital role of ladies and youth in attending to climate-related challenges."This workshop joins us from various communities to attend to the pressing issues we deal with today, including climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources."We want to emphasize the important function of ladies and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The first day of the workshop covered crucial concerns associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the effects of climate change on water security and the disproportionate results on susceptible groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social addition into all job elements was likewise gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the need for thorough defense of vulnerable populations

during emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the various forms that can occur in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their vital role in health, incomes, school participation, dignity, and structure durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all participants

, stressing the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA project. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he stated. Throughout the workshop, individuals went to Rongrong Island and took a look at the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank installed at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA task. The setup is a crucial element of the project, matched by assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to served as an important firsthand experience of the favorable impact 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 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 found out a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site go to. I now comprehend the value of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and all set to assist when it shows up,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site check out increased my confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand gave me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm anticipating sharing this understanding with my community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better geared up to understand environment change and its local impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and use brand-new resources to impact their communities favorably. ACWA is enabled 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 Examines the efficiency of the job and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to two more comprehensive assessments- the regional evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the special evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in skills training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector growth and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high amongst the youth and females in the outer islands. Ideal regional knowledgeable personnel for existing task vacancies

were unavailable, thus the importation of appropriately experienced foreign workers. Hence, there was a mismatch in between offered jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the initiative for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and occupation education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to provide trained employees required for sustained economic and social development. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The task consisted of 4 parts: development of a profession awareness program, abilities training improvement, enhanced abilities training chances for women and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, especially females and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the task was rated unsuccessful. Minimal progress was attained in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weak point of bad numeracy and literacy competencies

among public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or going to voc-tech education could be partially credited to the poor quality of fundamental education. The project was supply-driven and might not establish a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and occupation education training system has remained essentially the exact same after project conclusion. The study put forward that ADB might encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's

dedication to developing a dedicated labour details system to connect technical and professional education training program offerings with market demand. Although the project established a labour market information system, in the lack of in-house personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.