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 funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It plans to apply part of the earnings for speaking with services.


The consulting services ("the Services") will help the Project Manager and the rmi national training council National Training Council in carrying out the World Bank-funded task successfully.


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


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


The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in supplying the Services. Interested Consultants must supply information demonstrating that they have actually the needed certifications and pertinent experience to carry out 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 comparable projects, comparable conditions, etc). Firms' personnel might reveal interest through the employing firm for the task. In such a situation, only the experience and qualifications of people shall 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 an associated field. Minimum of 5-10 years of experience working in TVET System. Curriculum Design and Systems.

Have 2-5 years' experience designing and
executing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Excellent interaction, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, including federal government. agencies, TVET institutions, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct effective group relationships with clients 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 dispute of interest. Additional details can be obtained at the address below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
provided in a written type to the address listed below (face to face or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line ought 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 4th
Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This important training was organized 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 understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training strengthens a commitment to improving RMI's water security and community durability versus climate modification effects, particularly females

and youth, making sure that nobody is left behind. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and global 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 constructing a climate-resilient nation."It is our responsibility to come together and interact. As we deal with the challenges positioned by climate change, comprehending its effect on our water resources is important 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 important function of females and youth in dealing with climate-related difficulties."This workshop unifies us from numerous communities to attend to the pressing concerns we deal with today, consisting of climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We want to emphasize the vital function of females and youth in this task as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The first day of the workshop covered important concerns connected 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 environment change on water security and the disproportionate results on susceptible groups. The value of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all job aspects was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, stressing the need for detailed security of vulnerable populations

during emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the different forms that can develop in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their essential role in health, incomes, school attendance, dignity, and building durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his appreciation to all participants

, stressing the value of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA project. More significantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he stated. During 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 project. The installation is an essential component of the project, complemented by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see acted as an important firsthand experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA project on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her gratitude for the opportunity 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 learned so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site check out. I now comprehend the importance of clean water and how to sanitize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA project pertaining to Jabat and all set to assist when it shows up,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website check out improved 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 looking forward to sharing this knowledge with my neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better geared up to understand environment modification and its regional effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and utilize brand-new resources to affect their neighborhoods 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. Supplies inputs to two broader examinations- the regional evaluation of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special evaluation study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of fundamental education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector growth and government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high amongst the youth and females in the external islands. Ideal regional knowledgeable workers for existing job vacancies
were unavailable, for this reason the importation of properly skilled foreign employees. Hence, there was an inequality between offered jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied 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 offer trained workers required for sustained financial and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The task consisted of four components: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved abilities training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional strengthening. The expected result was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for trainees, particularly ladies and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the task was ranked not successful. Minimal development was attained in making the job responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The enduring weakness of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies
amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or going to 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 requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and occupation education training system has remained fundamentally the very same after job conclusion. The study put forward that ADB might encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's
commitment to developing a committed labour info system to link technical and employment education training program offerings with market demand. Although the project set up a labour market information system, in the lack of internal personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.