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The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has gotten funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It plans to apply part of the profits for consulting services.

The consulting services ("the Services") will help the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in implementing the World Bank-funded task successfully.

The project will concentrate 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 abilities of workers through recognized college certification.

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

The National Training Council now welcomes qualified individuals ("Consultants") to show their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants need to supply details demonstrating that they have the required credentials and appropriate experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages addressing the obligatory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, similar conditions, and so on). Firms' personnel may reveal interest through the employing company for the project. In such a situation, only the experience and qualifications of individuals will be thought about in the selection procedure. The criteria for choosing the Consultant are: A.
Mandatory Qualifications and Experience Master's degree in education, training

, management, or a related field. Minimum of 5-10 years of experience working in TVET System. Curriculum Design and Systems.

Possess 2-5 years' experience designing and

carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Outstanding communication, training, and assistance

abilities. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, including federal government. agencies, TVET organizations, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop reliable group relationships with customers and pertinent 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 ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. More details can be acquired at the address listed below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be

provided in a written kind to the address below (face to face or by email )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.

The subject line must state:"National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -complete name of the prospect". 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 happened 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 ladies 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 enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood resilience against climate change impacts, particularly ladies

and youth, guaranteeing that nobody is left behind. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and international 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 collective action in developing a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we face the obstacles positioned by environment change, comprehending its effect on our water resources is essential for improving the wellness of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary role of women and youth in attending to climate-related challenges."This workshop unifies us from different communities to deal with the pressing problems we deal with today, consisting of climate-related difficulties, particularly on our water resources."We wish to stress the vital role of women and youth in this project as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The very first day of the workshop covered vital problems associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It consisted of conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the impacts of environment modification on water security and the out of proportion results on susceptible groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all job elements was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the requirement for detailed protection of susceptible populations

during emergency situations. In addition, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the various kinds that can occur in disaster circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their crucial function in health, livelihoods, school participation, self-respect, and structure resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his appreciation to all participants

, highlighting the value of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA project. More importantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your communities to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, participants visited 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 task. The installation is a crucial component of the job, matched by support from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see worked as a valuable direct experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA task on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her appreciation 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 very first time taking part in such training, and I found out so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site check out. I now comprehend the significance of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA job pertaining to Jabat and prepared to help when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website go to enhanced my self-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 eagerly anticipating sharing this understanding with my community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better equipped to understand climate change and its local impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and use brand-new resources to affect their communities positively. ACWA is enabled thanks to the assistance 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 efficiency of the job and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to two wider assessments- the local assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the poor quality of standard education, absence 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 joblessness because of constrained private sector growth and government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high amongst the youth and females in the outer islands. Suitable regional competent personnel for existing task vacancies

were not available, thus the importation of properly proficient foreign employees. Thus, there was a mismatch in between available tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance abilities training to supply well-trained employees needed for continual economic and social development. This was to be attained through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The project consisted of four parts: advancement of a career awareness program, abilities training improvement, enhanced abilities training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, particularly women and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the task was ranked not successful. Limited development was achieved in making the task 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 project was supply-driven and might not develop a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and employment education training system has actually stayed fundamentally the exact same after project completion. The study advanced that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's

dedication to developing a committed labour details 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 absence of internal personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully operational.

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