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 means 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 carrying out the World Bank-funded task successfully.

The task will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating 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 abilities of employees through certified college accreditation.

The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are shown in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants should supply information demonstrating that they have the needed qualifications and pertinent experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages attending to the obligatory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, similar conditions, etc). Firms' staff may express interest through the employing firm for the project. In such a circumstance, only the experience and qualifications of individuals shall be considered in the selection process. The requirements for electing 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 developing and

implementing RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and facilitation

abilities. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, including federal government. agencies, TVET organizations, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build efficient team relationships with customers 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 modified November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Further info can be acquired at the address below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be

delivered in a written form to the address below (personally 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 fourth

Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has just recently happened at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). This essential 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 intended to empower females and youth with the understanding and practices required for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a dedication to boosting RMI's water security and neighborhood durability against climate change effects, specifically women

and youth, making sure that nobody is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government firms, non-governmental organizations, and worldwide 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 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 collective action in building a climate-resilient nation."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we face the obstacles positioned by climate change, comprehending its effect on our water resources is important for improving the wellness of communities 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 resolving climate-related difficulties."This workshop unifies us from numerous neighborhoods to address the pressing concerns we deal with today, consisting of climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We want to highlight the important function of women and youth in this task as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The first day of the workshop covered crucial problems related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of climate change on water security and the out of proportion effects on vulnerable groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all project aspects was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the requirement for extensive defense of vulnerable populations

throughout emergencies. Additionally, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the various types that can arise in disaster circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their essential role in health, livelihoods, school attendance, dignity, and structure durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all individuals

, emphasizing the importance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA job. More notably, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, individuals checked out Rongrong Island and examined 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 an essential component 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 effect of the ACWA task on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her thankfulness for the chance to sign up with the workshop and made clear 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 so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site check out. I now understand the significance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm excited about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and all set to help when it arrives,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."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 eagerly anticipating sharing this understanding with my community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better geared up to comprehend climate change and its regional effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and utilize new resources to affect their communities positively. ACWA is enabled 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 Evaluates the performance of the job and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two broader examinations- the regional examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the poor quality of standard education, absence 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 private sector growth and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was specifically high among the youth and ladies in the external islands. Appropriate regional experienced personnel for existing job vacancies

were not available, hence the importation of appropriately experienced foreign workers. Hence, there was an inequality 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 employment education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to supply trained workers needed for sustained financial and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated national abilities training system. The job consisted of 4 elements: development of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved skills training chances for females and youth, and institutional strengthening. The anticipated result was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, especially females and youth in the external islands. In general, the job was ranked not successful. Restricted progress was attained in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The long-standing weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies

amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or participating in voc-tech education could be partly 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 requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and vocational education training system has remained basically the very same after project conclusion. 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 vocational education training program offerings with industry need. Although the job set up a labour market details system, in the lack of in-house personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.