RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project


The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually received financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It intends 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 executing the World Bank-funded job efficiently.



The task will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and boost the skills of employees through certified college certification.



The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project are shown in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).



The National Training Council now welcomes eligible individuals ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants should offer information showing that they have the needed certifications and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages attending to the compulsory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies' staff might reveal interest through the employing firm for the task. In such a circumstance, just the experience and certifications of individuals 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.


Possess 2-5 years' experience designing and

implementing RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Outstanding interaction, training, and assistance
skills. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, including government. companies, TVET institutions, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural


environment and construct reliable group relationships with clients and pertinent 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 revised November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Additional info can be acquired at the address listed below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be
provided in a written kind to the address below (face to face or by email )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 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) task. The week-long capacity-building training intended 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 reinforces a dedication to improving RMI's water security and community strength against climate change impacts, especially females


and youth, ensuring that no one is left behind. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government firms, 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 Ael__ 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 nation."It is our obligation to come together and interact. As we deal with the obstacles posed by environment change, comprehending its effect on our water resources is vital for enhancing the wellness of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she stated.


rmi national training council Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary role of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related difficulties."This workshop unites us from various communities to resolve the pressing issues we face today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We want to emphasize the vital role of females and youth in this project as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.

The first day of the workshop covered crucial problems associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the impacts of climate modification on water security and the out of proportion results on susceptible groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all task elements was likewise gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the need for thorough protection of susceptible populations


throughout emergencies. Additionally, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous forms that can emerge in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their vital function in health, incomes, school attendance, self-respect, and building durable communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all participants


, emphasizing the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA project. More notably, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, individuals checked out 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 setup is a crucial component of the job, complemented by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to served as an important firsthand experience of the positive impact of the ACWA task on the community and its


water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her thankfulness 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 participating in such training, and I learned a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now comprehend the value of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA job pertaining to Jabat and ready to assist when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and website go to increased my self-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 eagerly anticipating sharing this knowledge with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were better geared up to understand climate modification and its local effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and use brand-new resources to affect their neighborhoods positively. ACWA is made possible 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 Examines the efficiency of the task and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to two wider evaluations- the regional examination of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique evaluation study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of basic education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities training and the professional and technical education system.


These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector growth and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was specifically high among the youth and ladies in the external islands. Ideal local competent workers for existing job vacancies
were unavailable, thus the importation of appropriately proficient foreign workers. Thus, there was a mismatch in between offered tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and employment education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to offer trained workers required for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The project consisted of 4 components: development of a career awareness program, abilities training enhancement, improved abilities training chances for females and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and work for students, specifically females and youth in the external islands. Overall, the job was ranked not successful. Minimal progress was attained in making the task responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The enduring weak point of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or attending voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of fundamental education. The project 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 trade education training system has remained fundamentally the exact same after job completion. The research study advanced that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's

commitment to developing a dedicated labour information system to link technical and occupation education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the project set up a labour market info system, in the absence of in-house staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally functional.