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RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has received financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It means to use part of the earnings 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 project effectively.

The assignment will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, targeted at helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council assess and enhance the abilities of workers through certified college certification.

The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are suggested in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now invites eligible individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants ought to provide information showing that they have actually the needed credentials and relevant experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages resolving the compulsory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable tasks, similar conditions, etc). Firms' staff may reveal interest through the employing firm for the project. In such a situation, only the experience and credentials of individuals will be considered in the selection 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 creating and
implementing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and assistance
abilities. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, including government. companies, TVET institutions, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop efficient group relationships with clients and relevant 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 dispute of interest. Additional information can be gotten at the address listed below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be
delivered in a written kind to the address below (face to face or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line needs to 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 just recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This important 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 ladies and youth with the knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a commitment to improving RMI's water security and community durability against environment modification impacts, especially women

and youth, guaranteeing that no one is left. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government firms, 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 cumulative action in constructing a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and work together. As we face the obstacles postured by climate modification, comprehending its influence on our water resources is important for improving the wellness of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

rmi national training council Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important function of females and youth in dealing with climate-related obstacles."This workshop unites us from various neighborhoods to attend to the pressing concerns we deal with today, including climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources."We want to emphasize the vital role of females and youth in this job as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The very first day of the workshop covered critical concerns related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of climate change on water security and the disproportionate results on susceptible groups. The importance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all task elements was also discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, stressing the need for comprehensive defense of vulnerable populations

during emergencies. Additionally, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the various kinds that can arise in catastrophe situations, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their essential function in health, incomes, school attendance, dignity, and building resistant communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his appreciation to all individuals

, highlighting the significance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key 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 said. During the workshop, participants went to 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 task. The installation is a crucial component of the project, complemented by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit worked as an important firsthand experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA task on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her gratitude for the opportunity to sign up with 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 a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website visit. I now comprehend the value of clean water and how to sanitize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA project pertaining to Jabat and all set to assist when it arrives,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and site visit boosted my confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand gave me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm eagerly anticipating sharing this knowledge with my neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were better geared up to understand environment change and its regional impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and utilize brand-new resources to affect their neighborhoods favorably. 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 Examines the performance of the task and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to two wider assessments- the regional examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the poor quality of fundamental education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in abilities training and the occupation and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector growth and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was specifically high among the youth and females in the outer islands. Suitable regional knowledgeable workers for existing job vacancies
were unavailable, thus the importation of appropriately competent foreign employees. Therefore, there was an inequality in between available tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided 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 enhance skills training to offer well-trained workers required for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated national abilities training system. The job consisted of four parts: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved abilities training opportunities for females and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating chances and employment for trainees, particularly ladies and youth in the outer islands. In general, the job was rated not successful. Limited progress was achieved in making the job responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The long-standing weakness of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies
among public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or going to voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of fundamental education. The task was supply-driven and might not establish a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and professional education training system has stayed basically the same after task conclusion. The study put forward that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to developing a dedicated labour info system to link technical and professional education training program offerings with market demand. Although the job established a labour market details system, in the absence of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally functional.