RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually gotten funding 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 job efficiently.

The task will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing 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 enhance the abilities of workers through accredited college accreditation.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are shown in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now welcomes eligible individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants must offer info demonstrating that they have actually the needed qualifications and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages resolving the obligatory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar assignments, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies' staff may reveal interest through the utilizing firm for the project. In such a situation, just the experience and qualifications of people shall be thought about in the selection process. The requirements 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.

Have 2-5 years' experience creating and

implementing RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Outstanding interaction, training, and assistance

abilities. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, including government. firms, TVET institutions, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop reliable group relationships with customers and appropriate 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 revised November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. Further information can be obtained at the address listed below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be

provided in a written kind to the address below (in person or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, https://www.unescap.org 23rd December 2024.

The subject line must state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -complete name of the candidate". Julius Lucky Director National Training Council[email protected]: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 vital training was arranged 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 aimed to empower women and youth with the knowledge and practices required 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 strength versus environment change impacts, particularly women

and youth, guaranteeing that nobody is left. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government firms, non-governmental organizations, and global 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 cumulative action in building a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we deal with the obstacles postured by environment change, comprehending its influence 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 essential role of females and youth in resolving climate-related difficulties."This workshop unifies us from various communities to attend to the pressing concerns we face today, consisting of climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources."We want to highlight the important role of ladies and youth in this task as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.

The first day of the workshop covered critical concerns connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the impacts of climate modification on water security and the out of proportion effects on vulnerable groups. The significance of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all job elements was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, stressing the need for thorough protection of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the different forms that can emerge in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their essential role in health, livelihoods, school participation, dignity, and structure durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his gratitude to all individuals

, stressing the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are crucial 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 stated. During the workshop, individuals checked out Rongrong Island and took a look at the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank installed at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA job. The setup is a key element of the project, complemented by assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit served as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA job on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her gratitude for the opportunity to join the workshop and made clear her desire to be part of the task when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my first time participating in such training, and I learned a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site go to. I now comprehend the significance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA job concerning Jabat and prepared to assist when it shows up,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and website check out increased my 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 knowledge with my community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were better equipped to comprehend climate modification and its regional effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and utilize 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 Assesses the efficiency of the task and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 more comprehensive evaluations- the local evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the special examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of basic education, lack 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 unemployment because of constrained private sector growth and government downsizing. Joblessness was particularly high among the youth and females in the external islands. Ideal regional skilled personnel for existing task vacancies

were unavailable, thus the importation of appropriately skilled foreign employees. Hence, there was a mismatch between offered tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort 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 improve skills training to supply trained employees required for sustained economic and social development. This was to be attained through an integrated national skills training system. The project included 4 elements: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training enhancement, boosted skills training opportunities for females and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated result was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, specifically females and youth in the outer islands. In general, the job was ranked unsuccessful. Limited progress was accomplished in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The long-standing weak point of bad numeracy and literacy competencies

amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or attending voc-tech education could be partially credited to the poor quality of basic education. The task was supply-driven and might not establish a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and professional education training system has actually remained essentially the very same after job conclusion. The research study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's

commitment to establishing a devoted labour information system to connect technical and trade education training program offerings with market need. Although the task established a labour market details system, in the lack of in-house staff capability at the National Training Council, it was not fully operational.