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 consulting services.

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

The project will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing 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 assess and boost the abilities of employees through certified college accreditation.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project are shown in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now invites qualified individuals ("Consultants") to show their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants should offer information showing that they have actually the needed certifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages dealing with the obligatory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable tasks, similar conditions, etc). Companies' staff might reveal interest through the using company for the assignment. In such a circumstance, only the experience and credentials of people shall 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 a related field. Minimum of 5-10 years of experience working in TVET System. Curriculum Design and Systems.

Have 2-5 years' experience designing and

carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and treatments. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and facilitation

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

environment and build effective group relationships with customers and appropriate 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. Additional information 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 form to the address below (face to face or by e-mail )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 national training council ). This crucial 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 knowledge and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the

Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a dedication to enhancing RMI's water security and neighborhood durability against climate change effects, specifically females

and youth, ensuring that no one is left. The training welcomed participants from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government firms, 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, highlighted the significance of cumulative action in developing a climate-resilient nation."It is our duty to come together and work together. As we deal with the obstacles positioned by environment modification, comprehending its impact on our water resources is important for improving the well-being of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential role of ladies and youth in addressing climate-related obstacles."This workshop unites us from numerous communities to resolve the pressing problems we deal with today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, particularly on our water resources."We wish to highlight the essential role of ladies and youth in this job as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.

The very first day of the workshop covered crucial problems associated with gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of environment modification on water security and the out of proportion impacts on vulnerable groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all job elements was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were dealt with, worrying the need for extensive security of susceptible populations

throughout emergencies. Additionally, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the various forms that can occur in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and hygiene and their crucial function in health, livelihoods, school attendance, self-respect, and building durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his gratitude to all participants

, highlighting the value of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA project. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,"he said. Throughout the workshop, participants checked out Rongrong Island and examined the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank installed at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA task. The installation is an essential element of the task, matched by assistance from Australia

's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out acted as a valuable firsthand experience of the positive impact of the ACWA project on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed 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 participating in such training, and I found out so much from the guest speakers, group activities, and the website visit. I now comprehend the value of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA job pertaining to Jabat and all set to help when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site organizer from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website check out enhanced my confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.

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 neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, participants were much better equipped to comprehend climate change and its local impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and make use of brand-new resources to impact their communities favorably. 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 two more comprehensive evaluations- the regional examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the poor quality of fundamental education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities training and the vocational 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 among the youth and females in the external islands. Suitable regional knowledgeable workers for existing job vacancies

were not available, for this reason the importation of appropriately competent foreign employees. Hence, there was a mismatch between readily available jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the initiative for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and employment education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to enhance skills training to provide trained workers required for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The task included 4 elements: development of a profession awareness program, skills training improvement, boosted skills training chances for women and youth, and institutional strengthening. The expected outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, particularly females and youth in the external islands. Overall, the task was rated not successful. Limited progress was attained in making the job responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The enduring weak point of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies

amongst public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts going into college or participating in voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The task was supply-driven and might not develop 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 remained basically the exact same after job conclusion. The research study put forward that ADB could encourage the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government's

dedication to establishing a devoted labour info system to link technical and trade education training program offerings with market demand. Although the project established a labour market information system, in the lack of in-house staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.