National Training Council – Marshall Islands

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) cost. It means to use part of the earnings for consulting services.

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

The assignment will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council assess and enhance the skills of employees through accredited college accreditation.

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

The National Training Council now invites qualified individuals (“Consultants”) to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants ought to offer details demonstrating that they have the required certifications and appropriate experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages resolving the obligatory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable projects, similar conditions, etc). Firms’ personnel might reveal interest through the employing firm for the project. In such a scenario, only the experience and certifications of individuals shall be considered in the selection process. 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 developing and

implementing RPL. frameworks, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and facilitation

skills. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, consisting of federal government. companies, TVET institutions, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct reliable group relationships with clients and appropriate 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 revised November 2020” Procurement Regulations “, stating the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. Additional info can be obtained at the address listed below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be

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

The subject line needs to state:”National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -full name of the prospect”. 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 occurred at the University of the South Pacific’s campus 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) 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 reinforces a dedication to boosting RMI’s water security and neighborhood strength versus climate modification effects, particularly women

and youth, guaranteeing that nobody is left. The training invited participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government companies, non-governmental companies, and worldwide 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 collective action in constructing a climate-resilient country.”It is our duty to come together and collaborate. As we face the challenges postured by environment change, comprehending its effect on our water resources is important for enhancing the wellness of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,”she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential role of women and youth in resolving climate-related obstacles.”This workshop unites us from different neighborhoods to address the pressing issues we deal with today, including climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources.”We want to emphasize the crucial function of ladies and youth in this project as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, “she stated.

The first day of the workshop covered crucial problems associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of environment change on water security and the out of proportion impacts on vulnerable groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all project aspects was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the need for thorough protection of vulnerable populations

during emergencies. In addition, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the various kinds that can occur in disaster 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 neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all individuals

, stressing the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods.”Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA job. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,”he said. Throughout the workshop, individuals visited Rongrong Island and took a look at the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA job. The setup is a key component of the job, complemented by assistance from Australia

‘s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out worked as an important direct experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA project on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her thankfulness for the chance to sign up with the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the project when it reaches Jabat.

“This was my very first time participating in such training, and I discovered so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site check out. I now comprehend the importance of clean water and how to sterilize it. I’m ecstatic about the ACWA task coming to 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 site see improved my confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand gave me a clear understanding of the system, and I’m looking forward to sharing this knowledge with my community, “he said. By the workshop’s end, individuals were better geared up to understand climate change and its regional effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and utilize brand-new resources to impact their neighborhoods positively. ACWA is made possible 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 Examines the efficiency of the task and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two broader examinations- the regional examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special assessment research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the low quality of fundamental education, absence of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in skills training and the trade and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector growth and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was especially high among the youth and females in the outer islands. Appropriate local experienced personnel for existing task vacancies

were unavailable, hence the importation of properly proficient foreign employees. Hence, there was a mismatch between readily available tasks and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied 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 abilities training to supply well-trained workers needed for sustained financial and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The job consisted of four elements: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training improvement, enhanced abilities training opportunities for females and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and employment for students, specifically females and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the task was rated not successful. Minimal progress was achieved in making the job responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The enduring weak point of bad numeracy and literacy competencies

among 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 fundamental education. The task was supply-driven and might not establish a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the requirements of the labour market. The status of the technical and trade education training system has remained fundamentally the same after project conclusion. The research study advanced that ADB might encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government’s

commitment to establishing a committed labour info system to connect technical and vocational education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the project set up a labour market info system, in the lack of in-house personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.