National Training Council – Marshall Islands

RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has gotten funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It intends to use part of the proceeds 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 task successfully.

The project will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in creating a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, targeted at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and enhance the skills of employees through recognized college certification.

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

The National Training Council now invites eligible people (“Consultants”) to suggest their interest in providing the Services. Intrigued Consultants ought to provide info showing that they have actually the required certifications and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages dealing with the necessary experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar assignments, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies’ staff might reveal interest through the employing firm for the assignment. In such a scenario, just the experience and certifications of people shall be considered in the choice 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.

Possess 2-5 years’ experience creating and

carrying out RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Outstanding communication, training, and assistance

skills. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, including federal government. companies, TVET organizations, companies, 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 relevant 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 dispute of interest. Further information can be gotten at the address below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be

delivered in a written form to the address below (personally or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.

The subject line should state:”National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -full 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 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 taken place at the University of the South Pacific’s school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This important training was arranged by the United Nations Development Programme( UNDP )Pacific Office through the Addressing Climate Vulnerability in the Water Sector(ACWA) project. 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 national training council ). This training strengthens a dedication to boosting RMI’s water security and neighborhood strength versus climate modification effects, particularly females

and youth, ensuring that no one is left. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from 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, underscored the significance of cumulative action in constructing a climate-resilient nation.”It is our obligation to come together and work together. As we deal with the obstacles posed by climate modification, comprehending its impact on our water resources is vital for improving the wellness of communities across the Marshall Islands,”she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary role of females and youth in dealing with climate-related obstacles.”This workshop unifies us from different communities to address the pressing issues we deal with today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources.”We want to stress the essential role of women and youth in this project as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, “she said.

The first day of the workshop covered crucial issues related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of climate change on water security and the out of proportion results on susceptible groups. The importance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all job aspects was likewise gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the need for comprehensive defense of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. In addition, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the different kinds that can emerge in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their essential role in health, incomes, school participation, dignity, and building resistant communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, stressing the significance of their contributions to their communities.”Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA task. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,”he said. Throughout the workshop, participants went to Rongrong Island and examined the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA project. The installation is a key part of the task, complemented by assistance from Australia

‘s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see worked as a valuable direct experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA job on the community and its

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

“This was my very first time participating in such training, and I learned a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site visit. I now understand the significance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I’m thrilled about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and all set to help when it shows up,”she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his excitement.”The workshop and website check out boosted my self-confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

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 understand climate change and its regional effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and utilize new resources to impact their communities positively. ACWA is enabled thanks to the support of the Green Climate

Fund, with the task 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 task and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 wider assessments- the regional assessment of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the unique evaluation study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector development and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was especially high amongst the youth and females in the external islands. Ideal regional proficient workers for existing job vacancies

were not available, hence the importation of properly competent foreign employees. Thus, there was an inequality in between available tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the initiative for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and vocational education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to provide well-trained workers needed for sustained economic and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated national skills training system. The project included 4 elements: development of a profession awareness program, skills training improvement, improved abilities training chances for females and youth, and institutional conditioning. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for students, specifically ladies and youth in the external islands. In general, the task was rated unsuccessful. Restricted development was accomplished in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of poor numeracy and literacy competencies

amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or going to voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The job 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 occupation education training system has stayed basically the same after job conclusion. The research study advanced that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government’s

dedication to establishing a devoted labour information system to connect technical and trade education training program offerings with industry need. Although the project established a labour market details system, in the absence of internal personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not fully operational.