1 National Training Council - Marshall Islands
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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 means to use 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 efficiently.


The assignment will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing 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 assess and boost the abilities of employees through accredited college certification.


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


The National Training Council now invites qualified individuals ("Consultants") to show their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants must supply info showing that they have the needed qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages dealing with the mandatory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable projects, similar conditions, and so on). Companies' personnel may express interest through the using company for the project. In such a circumstance, just the experience and certifications of people will be thought about in the choice procedure. The requirements 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience developing and
implementing RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and assistance
abilities. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, consisting of government. companies, TVET organizations, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct reliable team relationships with clients and appropriate 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 revised November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. Additional info can be acquired at the address below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
provided in a written kind to the address listed below (in person or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line needs to state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -complete name of the candidate". 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 actually recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's campus 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) job. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower females and youth with the knowledge and practices needed 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 strength versus environment modification effects, particularly ladies

and youth, guaranteeing that nobody is left. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental companies, and international advancement 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 cumulative action in building a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and work together. As we face the obstacles presented by environment modification, comprehending its impact on our water resources is vital for improving the wellness of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

rmi national training council Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important function of women and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles."This workshop unifies us from various neighborhoods to attend to the pressing issues we deal with today, including climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We want to emphasize the important role of females and youth in this job as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The first day of the workshop covered crucial concerns 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 climate change on water security and the out of proportion impacts on susceptible groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all job elements was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the need for comprehensive protection of susceptible populations

during emergency situations. Furthermore, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the different forms that can arise in disaster situations, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their essential role in health, livelihoods, school presence, self-respect, and building resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed 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 task. More significantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, individuals 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 project. The installation is an essential element of the task, complemented by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit worked 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 expressed her appreciation for the chance to join 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 discovered so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website check out. I now understand the significance of clean water and how to sanitize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA job pertaining to Jabat and ready to help when it gets here,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and website check out enhanced 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 anticipating sharing this knowledge with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were better equipped to comprehend climate modification and its regional effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and utilize brand-new resources to affect their neighborhoods positively. ACWA is made possible thanks to the assistance 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 task and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to two broader examinations- the local examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly 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 private sector development and government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high amongst the youth and females in the external islands. Appropriate regional skilled workers for existing task vacancies
were unavailable, hence the importation of properly competent foreign employees. Hence, there was a mismatch in between available tasks and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and vocational education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to offer trained workers needed for continual economic and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The job consisted of four elements: development of a career awareness program, skills training improvement, boosted abilities training chances for women and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected outcome was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, particularly women and youth in the external islands. In general, the task was ranked not successful. Minimal development was attained in making the task responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of poor numeracy and literacy competencies
amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or attending voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The project 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 vocational education training system has stayed fundamentally the exact same after task completion. The study advanced 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 developing a dedicated labour info system to connect technical and employment education training program offerings with market demand. Although the task set up a labour market details system, in the lack of in-house staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not completely functional.