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) cost. It plans to use part of the profits 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 successfully.


The assignment will focus 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 improve the skills of employees through accredited college accreditation.


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


The National Training Council now welcomes qualified people ("Consultants") to show their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information showing that they have the needed certifications and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages attending to the necessary experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, comparable conditions, etc). Companies' personnel may reveal interest through the utilizing company for the task. In such a situation, just the experience and certifications of individuals will be considered in the selection process. 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. 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 diverse stakeholders, consisting of federal government. companies, TVET institutions, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build efficient group relationships with customers and relevant 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 ", stating the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. More information can be acquired at the address listed below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
delivered in a written type to the address listed below (in person or by email )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, www.ntcinfo.org 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 arranged by the United Nations Development Programme( UNDP )Pacific Office through the Addressing Climate Vulnerability in the Water Sector(ACWA) job. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower ladies and youth with the understanding and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training enhances a commitment to boosting RMI's water security and community strength versus environment change impacts, specifically females

and youth, ensuring that no one is left behind. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government companies, non-governmental organizations, and global advancement partners from the rmi national training council 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 national training council 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 country."It is our responsibility to come together and interact. As we face the difficulties postured by climate modification, comprehending its impact on our water resources is essential for enhancing the wellness of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

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 various communities to deal with the pressing issues we face today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We want to stress the vital function of females and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The very first day of the workshop covered crucial concerns related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the impacts of climate modification on water security and the disproportionate results on vulnerable groups. The value of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all task elements was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, stressing the requirement for comprehensive defense of susceptible populations

during emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the different types 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 essential role in health, livelihoods, school presence, self-respect, and structure resilient 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 key to the success of the ACWA task. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your communities to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, participants went to Rongrong Island and took a look at the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA job. The setup is a crucial element of the job, matched by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to served as an important firsthand experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA project on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her appreciation for the opportunity to sign up with the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the project when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my first time taking part in such training, and I learned a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website see. I now comprehend the significance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA task coming to Jabat and all set to help when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site visit increased 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 community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were much better geared up to comprehend environment modification and its regional effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and make use of new resources to impact their communities 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 performance of the project and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two more comprehensive examinations- the regional assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the special assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in abilities training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector growth and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was especially high amongst the youth and females in the outer islands. Suitable regional proficient workers for existing job vacancies
were unavailable, for this reason the importation of appropriately proficient foreign workers. Thus, there was an inequality in between available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and occupation education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to provide trained employees required for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated national abilities training system. The project consisted of 4 components: advancement of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved skills training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for students, particularly females and youth in the outer islands. In general, the job was ranked unsuccessful. Limited development was attained in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The long-standing weak point of poor numeracy and literacy competencies
amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or participating in voc-tech education could be partially attributed 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 needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and occupation education training system has stayed essentially the same after project conclusion. The study advanced that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's
dedication to developing a committed labour info system to connect technical and professional education training program offerings with market demand. Although the project set up a labour market information system, in the absence of in-house personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not fully operational.