National Training Council – Marshall Islands

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 intends to use part of the profits for consulting services.

The consulting services («the Services») will assist the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in carrying out the World Bank-funded project effectively.

The task will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating a framework 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 accredited college certification.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are indicated in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now invites eligible people («Consultants») to show their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should offer details showing that they have actually the required credentials and pertinent experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages attending to the obligatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar assignments, similar conditions, and so on). Firms’ personnel may reveal interest through the employing firm for the task. In such a circumstance, just the experience and credentials of people will 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.

Possess 2-5 years’ experience developing and

implementing RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Outstanding interaction, training, and facilitation

abilities. Experience with working with diverse stakeholders, consisting of federal government. agencies, TVET organizations, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and build efficient team relationships with customers and relevant stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (including 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 «, setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. Additional details can be obtained at the address below during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be

delivered in a written kind to the address listed below (face to face or by e-mail )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!.?.!nt***@nt*****.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 actually recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific’s school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This vital 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 aimed to empower ladies 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 enhancing rmi national training council‘s water security and community strength against climate change impacts, specifically females

and youth, making sure that nobody is left behind. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government firms, non-governmental organizations, and global advancement partners from the rmi national training council 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 national training council 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 constructing a climate-resilient nation.»It is our responsibility to come together and work together. As we deal with the obstacles posed by climate change, understanding its impact on our water resources is essential for enhancing the well-being of communities across the Marshall Islands,»she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the vital function of women and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles.»This workshop unifies us from numerous communities to address the pressing problems we deal with today, including climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources.»We wish to emphasize the important function of females and youth in this job as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, «she said.

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 value of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all project elements was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, worrying the requirement for comprehensive protection of susceptible populations

throughout emergencies. In addition, the workshop resolved gender-based violence, highlighting the various types that can occur in catastrophe situations, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their vital role in health, incomes, school attendance, self-respect, and building durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all participants

, highlighting the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods.»Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA project. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,»he stated. Throughout the workshop, participants visited 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 task. The installation is a crucial component of the task, complemented by assistance from Australia

‘s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see functioned as an important firsthand experience of the positive impact of the ACWA task on the neighborhood and its

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

«This was my first time participating in such training, and I discovered a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site check out. I now understand the significance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I’m fired up about the ACWA project coming to Jabat and all set to help when it arrives,»she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA site organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment.»The workshop and site see 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 said. By the workshop’s end, participants were much better geared up to comprehend climate change and its regional impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and use new resources to impact 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 Examines the performance of the project and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 broader evaluations- the regional examination of ADB support for the Pacific and the special examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the poor quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities training and the occupation and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector development and government downsizing. Joblessness was specifically high amongst the youth and women in the outer islands. Suitable regional knowledgeable workers for existing task vacancies

were not available, thus the importation of properly experienced foreign workers. Therefore, there was an inequality between offered tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to offer trained workers required for continual economic and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The project included 4 parts: development of a career 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, particularly females and youth in the outer islands. In general, the project was ranked unsuccessful. Restricted development was achieved in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The enduring weakness of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or attending voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The project was supply-driven and could 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 occupation education training system has remained fundamentally the same after task conclusion. The research study advanced that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the government’s

commitment to establishing a devoted labour details system to link technical and trade education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the project set up a labour market information system, in the absence of internal personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.