National Training Council – Marshall Islands

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 intends to apply part of the proceeds for seeking advice from services.

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

The task will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing 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 evaluate and boost the abilities of workers through accredited college accreditation.

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

The National Training Council now welcomes eligible individuals (“Consultants”) to suggest their interest in providing the Services. Intrigued Consultants must offer details showing that they have the required credentials and appropriate experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages resolving the necessary experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, similar conditions, and so on). Companies’ personnel might reveal interest through the employing company for the project. In such a situation, just the experience and credentials of people will be considered in the selection procedure. 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 designing and

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

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

environment and build efficient team relationships with clients and pertinent stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (consisting of companies )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. More details can be obtained at the address below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be

delivered in a written type to the address 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 -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 4th

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 vital training was organized 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 security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). This training enhances a commitment to enhancing RMI’s water security and neighborhood durability against climate change impacts, specifically women

and youth, ensuring that no one is left behind. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government companies, non-governmental companies, and worldwide 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, highlighted the significance of collective action in constructing a climate-resilient country.”It is our responsibility to come together and work together. As we deal with the difficulties postured by environment change, comprehending its impact on our water resources is essential for enhancing the well-being of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,”she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important function of ladies and youth in dealing with climate-related obstacles.”This workshop unifies us from various communities to address the pressing concerns we deal with today, consisting of climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources.”We want to stress the vital role of females and youth in this task as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, “she stated.

The first day of the workshop covered important problems connected 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 climate modification on water security and the disproportionate results on vulnerable groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all task elements was also discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, worrying the need for comprehensive defense of vulnerable populations

throughout emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the different kinds that can arise in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their vital role in health, incomes, school participation, dignity, and building resistant neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his appreciation to all individuals

, stressing the value of their contributions to their communities.”Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA project. More notably, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your communities to empower others,”he said. 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 support from Australia

‘s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit functioned as a valuable firsthand experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA project on the community and its

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

“This was my first time taking part in such training, and I discovered a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site check out. I now understand the significance of clean water and how to sanitize it. I’m excited about the ACWA job pertaining to Jabat and prepared to help when it shows up,”she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment.”The workshop and site see boosted my 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 said. By the workshop’s end, participants were much better geared up to comprehend climate modification and its local impacts, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and utilize brand-new resources to impact their communities positively. ACWA is made possible 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 Examines the performance of the job and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to 2 wider evaluations- the local evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique evaluation research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were mainly due to the low quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities training and the employment and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained economic sector development and government downsizing. Unemployment was especially high among the youth and females in the external islands. Suitable regional proficient personnel for existing job vacancies

were unavailable, thus the importation of properly proficient foreign employees. Hence, there was a mismatch in between readily available jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and occupation education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance abilities training to supply trained workers required for sustained economic and social development. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The task consisted of four elements: development of a profession awareness program, abilities training improvement, improved skills training chances for females and youth, and institutional strengthening. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and work for trainees, specifically ladies and youth in the external islands. In general, the job was ranked unsuccessful. Limited 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

among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or participating in voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of fundamental education. The task was supply-driven and could not develop 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 essentially the exact same after task completion. The study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government’s

dedication to developing a dedicated labour info system to link technical and occupation education training program offerings with market need. Although the project set up a labour market details system, in the lack of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.