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 actually received funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It means to use part of the proceeds for consulting services.


The consulting services ("the Services") will help 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, aimed at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and boost the abilities of workers through certified college certification.


The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are shown in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible individuals ("Consultants") to show their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants must offer info showing that they have actually the needed credentials and relevant experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages attending to the necessary experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies' staff might reveal interest through the using company for the task. In such a circumstance, just the experience and certifications of people 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 creating and
implementing RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Excellent interaction, training, and assistance
abilities. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, including federal government. firms, TVET organizations, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct efficient team relationships with clients and appropriate 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Further information can be obtained at the address listed below during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be
provided in a written type to the address listed below (in person 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 national training council 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 vital training was organized 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 women and youth with the knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood resilience versus environment change impacts, specifically women

and youth, making sure that no one is left. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government companies, non-governmental organizations, and international 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 developing a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and work together. As we deal with the challenges presented by climate modification, comprehending its effect on our water resources is essential for enhancing the wellness of neighborhoods 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 obstacles."This workshop joins us from different communities to resolve the pressing concerns we face today, consisting of climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We want to emphasize the essential function of ladies and youth in this task as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The very first day of the workshop covered crucial concerns associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of climate change on water security and the disproportionate results on vulnerable groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social addition into all task aspects was likewise gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the need for thorough security of vulnerable populations

throughout emergency situations. Furthermore, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the different kinds that can emerge in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their crucial function in health, incomes, school presence, self-respect, and structure durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his thankfulness to all participants

, stressing the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA job. More importantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, individuals checked out Rongrong Island and analyzed 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 part of the project, complemented by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see functioned as an important firsthand experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA task on the neighborhood 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 visit. I now understand the importance of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm excited about the ACWA job pertaining to Jabat and all set to assist when it shows up,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and site see increased my confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand provided me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm anticipating sharing this knowledge with my neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were much better equipped to comprehend climate modification and its regional impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and use brand-new resources to impact their communities favorably. 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 Evaluates the performance of the job and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 broader evaluations- the regional assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique assessment research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional achievement and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the low quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in skills training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector development and government downsizing. Joblessness was especially high amongst the youth and females in the outer islands. Suitable local competent workers for existing task vacancies
were not available, hence the importation of appropriately proficient foreign workers. Hence, there was a mismatch in between available tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered 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 abilities training to offer well-trained workers needed for continual economic and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The job consisted of four parts: development of a career awareness program, skills training enhancement, enhanced abilities training chances for females and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, specifically females and youth in the external islands. In general, the project was rated not successful. Minimal progress was accomplished in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The enduring weak point of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies
amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or participating in voc-tech education could be partly credited to the poor quality of standard education. The task was supply-driven and might not develop a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and employment education training system has stayed essentially the exact same after task completion. The research study advanced that ADB could 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 information system to connect technical and occupation education training program offerings with industry need. Although the task established a labour market info system, in the lack of in-house staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.