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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) cost. It intends to use part of the proceeds for speaking with services.

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

The assignment will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a structure 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 boost the abilities of employees through accredited college accreditation.

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

The National Training Council now welcomes qualified people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants need to offer details showing that they have actually the required credentials and pertinent experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages resolving the necessary experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable tasks, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies' staff might express interest through the employing firm for the task. In such a circumstance, only the experience and qualifications of people will be thought about 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. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, consisting of federal government. companies, TVET institutions, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build reliable group relationships with clients and pertinent stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (consisting of companies )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 ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. Further details can be gotten at the address 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 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 actually recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This essential training was arranged by the United Nations Development Programme( UNDP )Pacific Office through the Addressing Climate Vulnerability in the Water Sector(ACWA) job. 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 enhances a commitment to enhancing RMI's water security and community resilience against climate modification effects, especially women

and youth, guaranteeing that nobody is left. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and global advancement 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 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 developing a climate-resilient nation."It is our responsibility to come together and work together. As we face the challenges positioned by climate change, understanding its impact on our water resources is essential for enhancing the well-being of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential role of women and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop unifies us from different neighborhoods to resolve the pressing problems we deal with today, including climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We wish to highlight the essential role of women and youth in this project as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The first day of the workshop covered critical concerns related 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 disproportionate effects on susceptible groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all project aspects was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the requirement for detailed defense of susceptible populations

during emergency situations. Furthermore, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the various types that can emerge in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their essential function in health, livelihoods, school participation, dignity, and structure durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his thankfulness to all individuals

, highlighting the value of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA task. More notably, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, individuals checked out 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 job. The setup is an essential component of the project, complemented by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to worked as a valuable direct experience of the positive effect of the ACWA project on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her gratitude for the chance to join 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 discovered a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website go to. I now comprehend the significance of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and ready to help when it shows up,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and site visit boosted 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 anticipating sharing this knowledge with my neighborhood, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were much better geared up to comprehend environment change and its regional impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and utilize 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 Assesses the efficiency of the project and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 more comprehensive evaluations- the local examination of ADB support for the Pacific and the special assessment research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of basic education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in skills training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector development and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high amongst the youth and females in the external islands. Suitable regional knowledgeable workers for existing job vacancies
were not available, hence the importation of properly proficient foreign workers. Therefore, there was a mismatch in between readily available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and occupation education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to offer well-trained workers required for sustained economic and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated national abilities training system. The task consisted of four components: advancement of a profession awareness program, skills training enhancement, improved skills training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional strengthening. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, especially women and youth in the external islands. In general, the task was rated unsuccessful. Minimal progress was attained in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The long-standing weakness of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies
among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or participating in voc-tech education could be partially credited to the poor quality of fundamental education. The job was supply-driven and might not develop a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and professional education training system has remained basically the exact same after project completion. The research study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to establishing a committed labour details system to link technical and employment education training program offerings with market demand. Although the project established a labour market information system, in the lack of internal personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not completely functional.