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RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has received funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It intends to apply part of the profits for seeking advice from services.

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

The project 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 improve the skills of workers through recognized college accreditation.

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

The National Training Council now invites eligible individuals ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants need to offer details showing that they have the required qualifications and pertinent experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages resolving the obligatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar assignments, similar conditions, and so on). Companies' personnel might reveal interest through the using company for the project. In such a scenario, just the experience and certifications of individuals will be considered in the choice 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 designing and
implementing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Excellent interaction, training, and assistance
skills. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, including government. firms, TVET organizations, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build reliable group relationships with clients and appropriate stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (consisting of firms )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 ", stating the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Additional information can be acquired at the address below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
delivered in a written kind to the address below (personally or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line ought 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 recently happened 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) job. The week-long capacity-building training aimed to empower women and youth with the knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a commitment to improving RMI's water security and community durability against climate change effects, especially females

and youth, guaranteeing that no one is left. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government companies, non-governmental organizations, 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 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 developing a climate-resilient nation."It is our responsibility to come together and interact. As we deal with the challenges positioned by environment change, understanding its impact on our water resources is essential for improving the wellness of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential function of ladies and youth in attending to climate-related difficulties."This workshop unites us from different communities to attend to the pressing issues we deal with today, consisting of climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We want to highlight the vital function of females and youth in this project as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The very first day of the workshop covered crucial concerns associated with 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 environment change on water security and the disproportionate results on susceptible groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social addition into all job aspects was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the requirement for extensive protection of vulnerable populations

throughout emergencies. Additionally, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous types that can arise in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their vital role in health, livelihoods, school attendance, dignity, and building resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, emphasizing the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA job. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he stated. Throughout the workshop, individuals went to 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 project. The installation is a crucial part of the task, complemented by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to worked as a valuable direct experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA task on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her appreciation for the opportunity to join the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the job when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my very first time taking part in such training, and I found out so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site visit. I now comprehend the significance of clean water and how to sanitize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA job concerning Jabat and prepared to help when it gets here,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and site see improved my confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

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 said. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better geared up to comprehend climate modification and its regional impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and make use of brand-new resources to impact their communities positively. ACWA is made possible 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 efficiency of the job and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two wider evaluations- the local examination of ADB support for the Pacific and the special examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of basic education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the employment and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector development and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high among the youth and females in the outer islands. Appropriate regional experienced workers for existing task vacancies
were unavailable, thus the importation of properly proficient foreign workers. Hence, there was a mismatch in between readily available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and employment education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to provide trained employees required for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated national abilities training system. The project included four elements: advancement of a career awareness program, skills training enhancement, improved skills training chances for ladies and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated result was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for students, especially women and youth in the outer islands. In general, the task was ranked not successful. Limited progress was attained in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weak point of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies
amongst 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 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 stayed fundamentally the exact same after task completion. The research study advanced that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's
commitment to developing a dedicated labour information system to connect technical and vocational education training program offerings with market demand. Although the job established a labour market info system, in the lack of internal staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.