National Training Council – Marshall Islands

RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has received financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It means to apply 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 task effectively.

The task will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a structure 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 employees through certified college accreditation.

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

The National Training Council now welcomes qualified individuals (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Intrigued Consultants should supply details demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and appropriate experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no greater than 4 (4) pages attending to the obligatory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in comparable assignments, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies’ personnel might express interest through the using company for the assignment. In such a circumstance, just the experience and qualifications of individuals shall be thought about in the selection process. 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 creating and

carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Exceptional interaction, training, and assistance

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

environment and construct efficient team relationships with customers and pertinent 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. More details can be obtained at the address below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be

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

The subject line needs to state:”National Training Council Strategic Plan Consultant -complete 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 4th

Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has actually just recently occurred 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) job. 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 enhancing RMI’s water security and neighborhood strength versus environment change impacts, specifically females

and youth, guaranteeing that nobody is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government firms, non-governmental companies, 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, highlighted the significance of collective action in constructing a climate-resilient nation.”It is our obligation to come together and interact. As we face the difficulties positioned by environment modification, comprehending its influence on our water resources is necessary for enhancing the well-being of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,”she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary function of females and youth in addressing climate-related difficulties.”This workshop joins us from different communities to attend to the pressing problems we face today, including climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources.”We want to highlight the vital function of females and youth in this job as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, “she said.

The very first day of the workshop covered critical problems related 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 change on water security and the disproportionate effects on susceptible groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all project aspects was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, worrying the requirement for detailed defense of vulnerable populations

throughout emergencies. In addition, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the different kinds that can arise in catastrophe situations, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their important function in health, incomes, school participation, self-respect, and structure durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all participants

, stressing the value of their contributions to their communities.”Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA job. More notably, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,”he stated. Throughout the workshop, participants visited 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 project. The setup is a crucial element of the job, complemented by assistance from Australia

‘s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see worked as a valuable direct experience of the positive effect of the ACWA task on the neighborhood and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to sign up with the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the job when it reaches Jabat.

“This was my first time taking part in such training, and I discovered a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site visit. I now comprehend the value of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I’m thrilled about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and prepared to help when it shows up,”she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment.”The workshop and site check out boosted my confidence and understanding of the water tank setup.

Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand provided me a clear understanding of the system, and I’m looking forward to sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, “he stated. By the workshop’s end, participants were much better geared up to comprehend climate modification and its local effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water security, and utilize brand-new resources to affect their communities favorably. ACWA is made possible thanks to the assistance 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 Examines the efficiency of the project and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 broader evaluations- the local evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational attainment and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of fundamental education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weak points in skills training and the employment and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained private sector development and federal government downsizing. Joblessness was specifically high among the youth and females in the external islands. Ideal local skilled personnel for existing job vacancies

were not available, for this reason the importation of appropriately experienced foreign employees. Thus, there was an inequality between readily available tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the initiative 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 enhance skills training to offer trained employees needed for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The job consisted of 4 components: advancement of a career awareness program, skills training improvement, improved abilities training opportunities for ladies and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected result was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, especially ladies and youth in the outer islands. Overall, the project was rated unsuccessful. Limited progress was attained in making the job responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector employers. The enduring weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies

among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or attending voc-tech education could be partly attributed to the poor quality of fundamental education. The project 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 vocational education training system has stayed basically the exact same after task conclusion. The research study advanced that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government’s

commitment to establishing a dedicated labour details system to connect technical and employment education training program offerings with market need. Although the project set up a labour market details system, in the lack of internal personnel ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully functional.