National Training Council - Marshall Islands

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 intends to use part of the earnings for seeking advice from services.

The consulting services ("the Services") will help the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in implementing the World Bank-funded task efficiently.

The assignment will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, aimed at helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and improve the skills of workers through certified college accreditation.

The in-depth Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are shown in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now invites qualified individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants ought to offer info showing that they have actually the needed credentials and appropriate experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages addressing the compulsory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable assignments, similar conditions, etc). Companies' staff might express interest through the utilizing firm for the task. In such a situation, just the experience and qualifications 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.

Possess 2-5 years' experience designing and

implementing RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Outstanding communication, training, and facilitation

skills. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, including government. agencies, TVET organizations, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop effective group relationships with clients and relevant 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. Additional information can be obtained at the address below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be

delivered in a written type to the address below (personally 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 recently taken place 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) project. The week-long capacity-building training intended 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 commitment to improving RMI's water security and neighborhood resilience against environment change impacts, specifically ladies

and youth, ensuring that nobody is left behind. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government firms, non-governmental organizations, and worldwide 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 constructing a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the challenges posed by environment change, understanding its effect on our water resources is necessary for improving the wellness of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary role of ladies and youth in addressing climate-related challenges."This workshop unites us from various neighborhoods to deal with the pressing issues we deal with today, including climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources."We want to emphasize the vital role of women and youth in this project as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The very first day of the workshop covered crucial problems related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the effects of environment modification on water security and the disproportionate effects on vulnerable groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all job elements was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the requirement for detailed defense of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the different kinds that can occur in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their vital role in health, livelihoods, school participation, self-respect, and structure resistant communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all individuals

, emphasizing the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA project. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he stated. Throughout the workshop, participants visited Rongrong Island and analyzed the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank installed at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA task. The setup is a crucial component of the task, complemented by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit acted as an important firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA task on the neighborhood 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 first time taking part in such training, and I discovered a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site visit. I now comprehend the value of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm excited about the ACWA project coming to Jabat and prepared to assist when it shows up,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement."The workshop and site see enhanced my self-confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand offered me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm anticipating sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better geared up to understand climate modification and its local effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and utilize new resources to impact their communities favorably. ACWA is enabled thanks to the support 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 project and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to two more comprehensive assessments- the regional evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the special evaluation study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of standard education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities training and the vocational and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector development and government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high amongst the youth and women in the external islands. Suitable regional skilled workers for existing job vacancies

were unavailable, hence the importation of appropriately experienced foreign employees. Hence, there was an inequality in between available jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the initiative for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to provide trained workers needed for sustained economic and social development. This was to be accomplished through an integrated national abilities training system. The task consisted of 4 components: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training enhancement, improved abilities training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional strengthening. The anticipated result was increased income-generating opportunities and work for students, specifically women and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the job was rated unsuccessful. Minimal progress was attained in making the job responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The long-standing weakness of poor numeracy and literacy competencies

amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or going to voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of fundamental education. The job was supply-driven and might 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 professional education training system has remained fundamentally the exact same after task completion. The research study put forward that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's

dedication to establishing a committed labour details system to connect technical and employment education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the job established a labour market information system, in the absence of in-house personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not completely functional.