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RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually gotten financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It intends to apply part of the profits for consulting services.

The consulting services ("the Services") will help the Project Manager and the rmi national training council National Training Council in executing the World Bank-funded task efficiently.

The assignment will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and enhance the skills of employees through certified college certification.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are suggested in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now welcomes qualified people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should offer details demonstrating that they have the required certifications and relevant experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages addressing the necessary experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable projects, comparable conditions, etc). Companies' personnel might express interest through the using firm for the task. In such a scenario, 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 designing and
carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Outstanding communication, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, consisting of federal government. firms, TVET institutions, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build reliable group relationships with customers and appropriate 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. More details can be obtained at the address listed below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
delivered in a written kind to the address below (personally or by email )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 national training council 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 recently happened at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This crucial 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 aimed to empower women and youth with the understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a dedication to boosting RMI's water security and community strength versus climate change impacts, specifically women

and youth, ensuring that nobody is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government agencies, non-governmental companies, and global 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 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 nation."It is our responsibility to come together and work together. As we deal with the challenges presented by environment change, comprehending its effect on our water resources is essential for enhancing the well-being of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important role of ladies and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop unifies us from various communities to attend to the pressing issues we face today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We want to stress the vital function of ladies and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she said.
The first day of the workshop covered vital issues connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the effects of environment change on water security and the disproportionate results on susceptible groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all task aspects was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the need for comprehensive security of susceptible populations

throughout emergencies. Additionally, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the different types that can emerge in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their essential function in health, incomes, school presence, dignity, and building resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all participants

, emphasizing the significance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are key 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 stated. During the workshop, individuals visited 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 job. The setup is a crucial part of the project, matched by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit acted as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA job on the neighborhood and its

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

"This was my very first time participating in such training, and I found out a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website visit. I now understand the value of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and all set to help when it arrives,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and site go to enhanced my self-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 knowledge with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were better equipped to comprehend climate change and its local impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and utilize brand-new resources to affect 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 job and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 broader examinations- the local assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in skills training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector growth and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was especially high among the youth and females in the outer islands. Ideal local skilled workers for existing task vacancies
were not available, for this reason the importation of appropriately proficient foreign workers. Hence, there was a mismatch between readily available 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 trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to supply trained employees needed for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The project consisted of four parts: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training enhancement, enhanced skills training opportunities for females and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected outcome was increased income-generating chances and employment for trainees, especially women and youth in the external islands. Overall, the project was rated not successful. Restricted progress was achieved in making the job responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The long-standing weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies
amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or participating in voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The task was supply-driven and could not establish a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and trade education training system has stayed essentially the very same after project conclusion. The research study advanced that ADB might encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's
dedication to establishing a committed labour info system to connect technical and professional education training program offerings with market need. Although the job set up a labour market information system, in the absence of in-house staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully operational.