1 National Training Council Marshall Islands
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RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has received financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It intends to apply part of the proceeds for speaking with services.


The consulting services ("the Services") will assist the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in carrying out the World Bank-funded project efficiently.


The project will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, targeted at helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and improve the skills of workers through accredited college certification.


The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are indicated in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants must supply information demonstrating that they have actually the needed qualifications and appropriate experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages resolving the necessary experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar assignments, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies' staff may reveal interest through the employing firm for the task. In such a situation, just the experience and qualifications of individuals will 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 an associated field. Minimum of 5-10 years of experience working in TVET System. Curriculum Design and Systems.

Possess 2-5 years' experience creating and
implementing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and assistance
abilities. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, consisting of government. firms, TVET institutions, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct reliable team relationships with clients and pertinent 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Further info can be gotten at the address below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
provided in a written type to the address below (personally or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line ought to 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 4th
Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has just recently happened at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This crucial training was arranged 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 aimed to empower women and youth with the understanding and practices needed 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 strength against environment modification impacts, especially ladies

and youth, making sure that nobody is left. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government firms, 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 cumulative action in constructing a climate-resilient country."It is our obligation to come together and interact. As we face the challenges postured by climate change, comprehending its impact on our water resources is vital for improving the wellness of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important role of women and youth in addressing climate-related difficulties."This workshop joins us from numerous neighborhoods to deal with the pressing issues we deal with today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We wish to emphasize the vital role of females and youth in this task as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.
The very first day of the workshop covered vital problems associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of environment modification on water security and the out of proportion impacts on vulnerable groups. The significance of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all task aspects was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the need for comprehensive defense of susceptible populations

throughout emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous types 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 role in health, incomes, school presence, self-respect, and structure resistant communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his gratitude to all participants

, stressing the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA job. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, participants went to Rongrong Island and analyzed the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank installed at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA project. The setup is an essential component of the project, matched by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out served as an important firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA task on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed 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 taking part in such training, and I found out a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site visit. I now comprehend the value of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and prepared to assist when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site visit enhanced 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, participants were better geared up to understand environment modification and its local impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and make use of brand-new resources to impact their communities 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 Assesses the efficiency of the job and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to two wider assessments- the local evaluation of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique evaluation study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the external 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 development and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was especially high among the youth and females in the external islands. Suitable regional competent personnel for existing task vacancies
were not available, thus the importation of appropriately proficient foreign workers. Thus, there was an inequality 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 employment education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance abilities training to offer well-trained workers required for continual financial and social development. This was to be attained through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The project consisted of 4 parts: development of a career awareness program, skills training improvement, improved skills training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected result was increased income-generating opportunities and work for trainees, specifically females and youth in the external islands. Overall, the job was ranked not successful. Minimal development was accomplished in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The enduring weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies
amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or attending voc-tech education could be partly credited to the poor quality of fundamental education. The project was supply-driven and could 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 stayed essentially the same after task completion. The research study advanced 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 dedicated labour info system to link technical and vocational education training program offerings with market demand. Although the task set up a labour market details system, in the absence of internal staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.