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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) expense. It plans 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 implementing the World Bank-funded task effectively.

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

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are shown in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now invites eligible individuals ("Consultants") to show their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants must offer information showing that they have the required credentials and relevant experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages attending to the mandatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar assignments, similar conditions, and so on). Firms' personnel may reveal interest through the employing firm for the assignment. In such a situation, only the experience and certifications of individuals will be thought about in the choice process. The criteria for electing 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience creating and
carrying out RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, consisting of federal government. firms, TVET institutions, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build efficient team relationships with customers and pertinent 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 conflict of interest. Further details can be gotten at the address below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
delivered in a written form to the address below (in person or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line should 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 4th
Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has actually recently happened 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) project. 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 national training council ). This training strengthens a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood durability against environment change impacts, particularly women

and youth, making sure that no one is left. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government companies, non-governmental companies, 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 collective action in building a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we face the challenges postured by environment modification, comprehending its influence on our water resources is essential for enhancing the well-being of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary function of ladies and youth in addressing climate-related challenges."This workshop unites us from numerous neighborhoods to address the pressing issues we deal with today, including climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources."We want to stress the crucial role of females and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The first day of the workshop covered critical concerns associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of environment modification on water security and the out of proportion impacts on susceptible groups. The importance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all job aspects was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the need for thorough security of vulnerable populations

during emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the various types that can occur in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their essential role in health, incomes, school attendance, dignity, and structure durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his appreciation to all participants

, stressing the significance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA project. More significantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your communities to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, individuals visited Rongrong Island and examined the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank installed at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA job. The setup is an essential element of the task, matched by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out 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 thankfulness for the chance to join the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the project when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my very first time taking part in such training, and I found out so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site visit. I now understand the value of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA project coming to Jabat and prepared to assist when it shows up,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site visit boosted my 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 looking forward to sharing this understanding with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were better geared up to comprehend climate modification and its local impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and use new resources to impact their neighborhoods favorably. ACWA is made possible thanks to the assistance of the Green Climate

Fund, with the task 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 task and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 wider evaluations- the regional assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the special evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of basic education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector development and government downsizing. Unemployment was especially high among the youth and ladies in the external islands. Ideal regional knowledgeable personnel for existing job vacancies
were unavailable, hence the importation of appropriately competent foreign workers. Therefore, there was an inequality in between readily available tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and vocational education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to offer trained workers needed for sustained financial and social development. This was to be attained through an integrated national skills training system. The job consisted of four components: development of a career awareness program, skills training enhancement, enhanced abilities training opportunities for females and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, especially ladies and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the project was rated unsuccessful. Restricted progress was attained in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The enduring weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies
amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or going to voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The job was supply-driven and could not develop a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and professional education training system has actually remained basically the very same after job conclusion. The study advanced that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's
commitment to developing a committed labour information system to connect technical and trade education training program offerings with market need. Although the project established a labour market details system, in the absence of in-house staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.