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) expense. It intends to apply part of the earnings for consulting services.


The consulting services ("the Services") will help the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in carrying out the World Bank-funded project efficiently.


The assignment will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on helping the College of the Marshall Islands and the rmi national training council National Training Council evaluate and enhance the abilities of employees through certified college accreditation.


The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are suggested in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).


The National Training Council now invites qualified people ("Consultants") to show their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants ought to provide info showing that they have the needed credentials and appropriate experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages addressing the mandatory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, comparable conditions, etc). Firms' staff may reveal interest through the utilizing firm for the task. In such a circumstance, only the experience and qualifications of individuals will 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 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
implementing RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Excellent interaction, training, and assistance
skills. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, including federal government. agencies, TVET organizations, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and develop effective group relationships with clients 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 revised November 2020" Procurement Regulations ", stating the World Bank's policy on dispute of interest. Further information can be obtained at the address listed below during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
provided in a written type to the address below (personally 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 actually just recently happened at the University of the South Pacific's school in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(rmi national training council ). 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 women and youth with the knowledge and practices required for climate-resilient water safety management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a commitment to improving RMI's water security and community durability versus climate modification impacts, especially ladies

and youth, ensuring that nobody is left. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government agencies, non-governmental companies, 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, highlighted the significance of collective action in building a climate-resilient country."It is our responsibility to come together and collaborate. As we face the challenges positioned by climate modification, understanding its influence on our water resources is vital for improving the well-being of neighborhoods across the Marshall Islands,"she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary role of ladies and youth in addressing climate-related difficulties."This workshop joins us from different neighborhoods to resolve the pressing problems we face today, including climate-related challenges, especially on our water resources."We want to stress the vital function of females and youth in this project as your involvement is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The very first day of the workshop covered crucial issues connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included conversations on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of climate change on water security and the disproportionate results on susceptible groups. The significance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all job elements was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, worrying the requirement for comprehensive protection of susceptible populations

during emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous types 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 important function in health, incomes, school presence, dignity, and building durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his gratitude to all participants

, highlighting the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are essential 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. Throughout the workshop, individuals visited Rongrong Island and analyzed the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank installed at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA project. The setup is a crucial component of the task, matched by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see served as a valuable firsthand experience of the favorable impact of the ACWA task on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her gratitude for the chance to join the workshop and made clear her desire to be part of the task when it reaches Jabat.

"This was my first time taking part in such training, and I learned a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site go to. I now understand the significance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm excited about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and prepared to assist when it gets here,"she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website go to 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 eagerly anticipating sharing this knowledge with my community, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were much better geared up to understand climate change and its regional effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and utilize brand-new resources to impact their communities favorably. 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 Evaluates the performance of the project and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to 2 broader evaluations- the regional assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the special examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional attainment and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of standard education, absence of access to education in the external 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 private sector development and government downsizing. Unemployment was particularly high among the youth and females in the external islands. Ideal local competent workers for existing task vacancies
were not available, for this reason the importation of appropriately proficient foreign employees. Hence, there was a mismatch in between 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 vocational education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to provide well-trained employees required for continual economic and social advancement. This was to be achieved through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The job included four elements: development of a profession awareness program, skills training improvement, enhanced skills training chances for females and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected outcome was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, especially ladies and youth in the external islands. Overall, the project was rated unsuccessful. Minimal development was accomplished in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The enduring weak point of bad 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 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 professional education training system has actually remained fundamentally the exact same after task completion. The study advanced that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the government's
commitment to establishing a devoted labour information system to connect technical and employment education training program offerings with market need. Although the job set up a labour market info system, in the lack of in-house staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally functional.