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RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually gotten financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It intends to apply part of the profits for consulting services.


The consulting services ("the Services") will help the Project Manager and the rmi national training council National Training Council in implementing the World Bank-funded job efficiently.


The assignment will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, aimed at helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council assess and enhance the abilities of workers through accredited college accreditation.


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


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible individuals ("Consultants") to show their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants need to offer information demonstrating that they have the required certifications and relevant experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages attending to the compulsory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, similar conditions, and so on). Firms' personnel may reveal interest through the utilizing company for the task. In such a situation, only the experience and credentials of individuals shall be considered in the choice 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 developing and
carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Excellent communication, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, including federal government. firms, TVET institutions, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct effective team relationships with customers and appropriate 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. More details can be obtained at the address below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
delivered in a written type to the address below (in person or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line ought to 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 fourth
Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has actually recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's school 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) 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 enhances a commitment to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood resilience versus environment change impacts, specifically ladies

and youth, ensuring that no one is left behind. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government companies, 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 collective action in developing a climate-resilient country."It is our duty to come together and collaborate. As we face the challenges presented by climate change, comprehending its impact on our water resources is necessary for enhancing the wellness of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary function of females and youth in resolving climate-related difficulties."This workshop unites us from numerous neighborhoods to address the pressing concerns we deal with today, consisting of climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We wish to stress the important role of females and youth in this job as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The very first day of the workshop covered crucial issues associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the impacts of environment change on water security and the disproportionate impacts on susceptible groups. The importance of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all job elements was likewise gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, stressing the requirement for extensive defense of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. Furthermore, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the various forms that can develop in disaster situations, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their vital function in health, livelihoods, school participation, dignity, and building durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, emphasizing the value of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA job. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. 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 project. The installation is an essential part of the job, matched by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see acted as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive impact of the ACWA task on the community and its

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

"This was my very first time taking part in such training, and I discovered a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website go to. I now comprehend the significance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA project pertaining to Jabat and prepared to assist when it shows up,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site visit boosted my self-confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand offered me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm eagerly anticipating sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were much better equipped to comprehend environment modification and its regional effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and make use of new resources to impact their neighborhoods favorably. ACWA is enabled thanks to the assistance 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 task and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 broader examinations- the local evaluation of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special assessment research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of basic education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in skills training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector growth and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high among the youth and ladies in the outer islands. Suitable regional proficient workers for existing task vacancies
were not available, for this reason the importation of properly proficient foreign workers. Therefore, there was an inequality between readily available jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and vocational education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to supply trained workers required for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated national abilities training system. The task included 4 parts: development of a career awareness program, skills training enhancement, improved skills training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional strengthening. The anticipated result was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, particularly ladies and youth in the outer islands. In general, the task was ranked unsuccessful. Limited development was attained in making the job responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies
amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or going to voc-tech education could be partly 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 requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and employment education training system has actually stayed basically the same after task conclusion. The study put forward that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's
commitment to developing a devoted labour information system to connect technical and vocational education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the job set up a labour market info system, in the absence of in-house staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.