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RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has received funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It plans to apply 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 task successfully.


The task will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing 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 evaluate and boost the skills of workers through accredited college certification.


The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are shown in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible individuals ("Consultants") to show their interest in providing the Services. Intrigued Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required certifications and appropriate experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages addressing the compulsory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable projects, comparable conditions, etc). Companies' staff may express interest through the utilizing company for the task. In such a circumstance, only the experience and certifications of individuals will be considered in the choice process. The criteria 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience developing and
implementing RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Outstanding interaction, training, and assistance
skills. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, consisting of government. agencies, TVET organizations, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop reliable 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 ", stating the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. More details can be obtained at the address listed below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
provided in a written form 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 prospect". 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 recently happened at the University of the South Pacific's campus 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 aimed to empower women and youth with the understanding and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a commitment to improving rmi national training council's water security and neighborhood strength versus climate modification effects, particularly 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 agencies, non-governmental companies, and worldwide development 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 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 collective action in building a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the challenges postured by environment modification, comprehending its effect on our water resources is vital for enhancing the wellness of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential function of women and youth in attending to climate-related challenges."This workshop joins us from different neighborhoods to address the pressing concerns we deal with today, including climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources."We wish to stress the vital function of women and youth in this project as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The first day of the workshop covered important problems connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the effects of climate modification on water security and the out of proportion results on vulnerable groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all job elements was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the requirement for detailed defense of vulnerable populations

throughout emergencies. Additionally, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous types that can occur in catastrophe situations, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their important function in health, livelihoods, school participation, dignity, and building resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all participants

, highlighting the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA project. More importantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, individuals checked out Rongrong Island and analyzed 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 an essential part of the project, matched by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see functioned as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA project on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her gratitude for the chance to sign up with the workshop and explained 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 so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website check out. I now comprehend the value of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA job concerning Jabat and prepared to assist when it shows up,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and site check out enhanced my confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

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 neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were much better equipped to understand climate modification and its local impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and use brand-new resources to impact their communities positively. ACWA is made possible thanks to the support 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 Evaluates the efficiency of the task and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to 2 wider examinations- the regional assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the special examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the vocational 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 ladies in the outer islands. Ideal regional experienced workers for existing task vacancies
were not available, hence the importation of properly proficient foreign employees. Therefore, there was an inequality between available jobs 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 improve abilities training to offer trained employees required for continual financial and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The project consisted of four components: development of a profession awareness program, abilities training enhancement, enhanced skills training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional fortifying. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, particularly ladies and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the job was rated unsuccessful. Minimal progress was achieved in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The long-standing weak point of bad numeracy and literacy competencies
among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or attending voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The project 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 occupation education training system has actually stayed fundamentally the same after job conclusion. The study advanced that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's
commitment to establishing a devoted labour info system to connect technical and employment education training program offerings with market demand. Although the project established a labour market details system, in the lack of internal personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.