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


The consulting services ("the Services") will assist the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in carrying out the World Bank-funded task effectively.


The task will focus 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 recognized college certification.


The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project are suggested in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants need to offer information showing that they have the needed qualifications and pertinent experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages addressing the necessary experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, similar conditions, etc). Firms' staff may express interest through the utilizing firm for the assignment. In such a scenario, only the experience and credentials of individuals will be considered in the choice process. 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. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and assistance
abilities. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, consisting of government. companies, TVET institutions, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct efficient group relationships with clients 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. Additional information can be obtained at the address below during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be
delivered in a written type to the address listed below (face to face 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 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 actually just recently occurred 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 knowledge and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and community resilience against climate change impacts, particularly females

and youth, guaranteeing that no one is left behind. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental companies, and worldwide development 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, highlighted the significance of cumulative action in constructing a climate-resilient country."It is our obligation to come together and work together. As we face the difficulties posed by environment change, comprehending its effect on our water resources is necessary for improving the well-being of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential function of females and youth in dealing with climate-related challenges."This workshop unites us from numerous communities to attend to the pressing issues we face today, including climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We want to emphasize the essential role of females and youth in this task as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The first day of the workshop covered crucial issues connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of climate modification on water security and the out of proportion results on susceptible groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all task elements was also talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, stressing the requirement for thorough defense of susceptible populations

throughout emergencies. Additionally, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the various types that can emerge in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their essential function in health, incomes, school attendance, dignity, and structure resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his appreciation to all individuals

, highlighting the value of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA task. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he stated. 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 task. The setup is a key component of the project, complemented by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit worked as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA task on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her gratitude for the opportunity 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 visit. I now understand the significance of clean water and how to sanitize it. I'm excited about the ACWA project coming to Jabat and prepared to assist when it arrives,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and site go to improved my self-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 anticipating sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were much better geared up to comprehend environment change and its regional impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and use new resources to impact their neighborhoods positively. ACWA is made possible thanks to the support 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. Supplies inputs to two broader examinations- the local examination of ADB support for the Pacific and the special evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the low quality of standard education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in skills training and the occupation and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector development and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high amongst the youth and females in the external islands. Suitable regional skilled personnel for existing job vacancies
were unavailable, hence the importation of properly knowledgeable foreign workers. Therefore, there was a mismatch in between available tasks and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort 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 provide well-trained employees needed for continual economic and social development. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The job included four elements: development of a career awareness program, skills training improvement, enhanced skills training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional strengthening. The expected outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for students, particularly females and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the project was rated unsuccessful. Minimal progress was accomplished in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The long-standing weak point of poor numeracy and literacy competencies
amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or participating in voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of basic 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 vocational education training system has actually remained essentially the exact same after project conclusion. The study put forward that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to establishing a dedicated labour info system to link technical and occupation education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the task established a labour market details system, in the lack of in-house staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally functional.