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) expense. It plans to apply part of the proceeds for seeking advice from services.


The consulting services ("the Services") will assist the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in executing the World Bank-funded job efficiently.


The assignment will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a structure 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 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 eligible people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants need to offer information demonstrating that they have the needed qualifications and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages resolving the mandatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable tasks, similar conditions, and so on). Companies' personnel may reveal interest through the using firm for the assignment. In such a situation, just the experience and credentials of individuals shall be considered in the choice procedure. 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 developing and
implementing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Excellent interaction, training, and assistance
skills. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, including federal government. agencies, TVET institutions, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct reliable group relationships with customers and pertinent stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (including 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 dispute of interest. Further information can be obtained at the address listed below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
delivered in a written type to the address below (in person or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line must state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -full 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 fourth
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) task. The week-long capacity-building training intended to empower females and youth with the knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). This training enhances a commitment to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood durability versus climate change impacts, particularly females

and youth, guaranteeing that nobody is left. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and international 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, highlighted the significance of collective action in building a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the difficulties posed by environment change, comprehending its impact on our water resources is necessary for enhancing the wellness of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential function of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related challenges."This workshop joins us from numerous communities to deal with the pressing concerns we deal with today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources."We wish to stress the vital role of ladies and youth in this job as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The very first day of the workshop covered vital problems associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of environment change on water security and the out of proportion effects on vulnerable groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all project elements was likewise gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the need for thorough defense of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the various types that can occur in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their vital function in health, incomes, school presence, dignity, and structure resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all participants

, stressing the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA job. More significantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, individuals visited 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 project. The setup is a key element of the project, complemented by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit acted as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive impact of the ACWA project on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her gratitude for the opportunity to join the workshop and made clear 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 so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now understand the importance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm excited about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and all set to assist when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and website visit 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 looking forward to sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were better geared up to comprehend climate modification and its local effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and use brand-new resources to affect their communities positively. ACWA is enabled thanks to the assistance 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 Evaluates the performance of the job and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to two broader examinations- the local assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special evaluation study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in abilities training and the employment and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector growth and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high among the youth and ladies in the outer islands. Ideal regional experienced personnel for existing task vacancies
were not available, for this reason the importation of appropriately experienced foreign employees. Thus, there was an inequality in between offered jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to supply trained workers needed for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated national skills training system. The task included 4 components: advancement of a profession awareness program, skills training enhancement, enhanced abilities training chances for ladies and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and work for students, particularly females and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the project was ranked unsuccessful. Limited development was accomplished in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weak point of bad numeracy and literacy competencies
amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or going to voc-tech education could be partly credited to the poor quality of standard education. The task was supply-driven and could 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 trade education training system has remained fundamentally the same after job completion. The study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's
commitment to establishing a dedicated labour details system to link technical and occupation education training program offerings with market need. Although the project set up a labour market details system, in the lack of internal staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally functional.