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RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually gotten funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It plans to apply part of the earnings for consulting 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 effectively.

The project will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council assess and enhance the skills of workers through certified college accreditation.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project are indicated in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now welcomes qualified individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in providing the Services. Intrigued Consultants should supply details demonstrating that they have actually the required credentials and appropriate experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages attending to the obligatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, similar conditions, etc). Companies' staff might reveal interest through the using firm for the assignment. In such a situation, only the experience and qualifications of individuals will be considered 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.

Possess 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. Outstanding communication, training, and assistance
skills. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, including government. companies, TVET organizations, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop effective group relationships with clients 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 during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
delivered in a written form to the address listed below (personally or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line needs 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 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 school 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 ladies and youth with the knowledge and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a dedication to enhancing rmi national training council's water security and neighborhood durability versus climate modification effects, specifically females

and youth, making sure that no one is left behind. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government firms, 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, highlighted the significance of cumulative action in building a climate-resilient country."It is our duty to come together and work together. As we deal with the challenges presented by climate change, comprehending its influence on our water resources is essential for enhancing the well-being of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the vital function of females and youth in attending to climate-related obstacles."This workshop unites us from various communities to address the pressing problems we deal with today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We want to highlight the crucial function of females and youth in this task as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The first day of the workshop covered critical 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 impacts of climate change on water security and the disproportionate results on vulnerable groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all job aspects was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, worrying the need for comprehensive defense of susceptible populations

throughout emergency situations. Furthermore, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the various kinds that can emerge in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their essential role in health, livelihoods, school attendance, dignity, and building durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all individuals

, highlighting the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA task. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. 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 task. The setup is an essential element of the project, matched by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit functioned as an important firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA task on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her appreciation for the opportunity 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 found out a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site go to. I now comprehend the significance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA project concerning Jabat and prepared to assist when it shows up,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and website go to boosted 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 neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were better geared up to understand environment modification and its regional effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and utilize new resources to affect their neighborhoods 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 task and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two wider examinations- the local evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the poor quality of fundamental education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in abilities training and the occupation and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector growth and government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high among the youth and women in the external islands. Suitable regional skilled personnel for existing job vacancies
were not available, thus the importation of appropriately competent foreign employees. Therefore, there was an inequality in between offered tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to supply well-trained employees required for continual economic and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated national skills training system. The project consisted of four components: advancement of a career awareness program, skills training improvement, improved abilities training chances for females and youth, and institutional fortifying. The anticipated result was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, specifically ladies and youth in the outer islands. In general, the task was rated unsuccessful. Limited progress was attained in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The long-standing weakness of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies
among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or participating in voc-tech education could be partially credited to the poor quality of basic education. The job was supply-driven and might 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 trade education training system has actually remained fundamentally the exact same after job conclusion. The research study put forward that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's
commitment to developing a devoted labour information system to connect technical and vocational education training program offerings with market demand. Although the project established a labour market information system, in the absence of in-house staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully operational.