National Training Council – Marshall Islands

RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project

The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually received financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It means to apply part of the proceeds for speaking with services.

The consulting services (“the Services”) will assist the Project Manager and the RMI National Training Council in carrying out the World Bank-funded task efficiently.

The project will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in producing a structure for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, aimed at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and improve the abilities of employees through recognized college certification.

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 individuals (“Consultants”) to show their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants need to provide details demonstrating that they have actually the required certifications and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages attending to the mandatory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, similar conditions, and so on). Companies’ personnel may reveal interest through the utilizing firm for the project. In such a scenario, only the experience and qualifications of people shall be thought about in the choice procedure. The requirements for electing 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.

Possess 2-5 years’ experience developing and

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

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

environment and develop effective group relationships with clients and relevant 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 conflict of interest. Further details can be obtained at the address listed below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be

delivered in a written type to the address listed below (in person or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.

The subject line must 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 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 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 females and youth with the understanding and practices needed 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 strength versus climate modification effects, especially ladies

and youth, ensuring that nobody is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and included resource speakers from government firms, non-governmental companies, and worldwide development 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 building a climate-resilient nation.”It is our duty to come together and collaborate. As we face the obstacles posed by environment change, comprehending its impact on our water resources is essential for improving the wellness of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,”she stated.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the necessary role of ladies and youth in addressing climate-related challenges.”This workshop unifies us from different neighborhoods to deal with the pressing concerns we face today, consisting of climate-related obstacles, especially on our water resources.”We want to emphasize the vital role of females and youth in this job as your participation contributes to its success and beyond, “she stated.

The very first day of the workshop covered critical issues related to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, focusing on the effects of climate change on water security and the disproportionate effects on vulnerable groups. The value of integrating gender equality and social inclusion into all project elements was likewise talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the need for detailed protection of vulnerable populations

during emergency situations. Furthermore, the workshop dealt with gender-based violence, highlighting the different types that can develop in disaster scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their essential role in health, incomes, school presence, dignity, and structure resilient communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all participants

, emphasizing the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods.”Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA project. More significantly, you are the champions and future leaders who will return to your communities to empower others,”he stated. Throughout the workshop, individuals went to 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 installation is a key part of the task, matched by support from Australia

‘s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The see functioned as an important direct experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA task on the community and its

water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her thankfulness 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 first time participating in such training, and I found out a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website check out. I now comprehend the importance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I’m excited about the ACWA project coming to Jabat and all set to assist when it arrives,”she said. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement.”The workshop and site visit enhanced my self-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 anticipating sharing this understanding with my community, “he stated. By the workshop’s end, individuals were better geared up to comprehend environment modification and its regional impacts, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and use brand-new resources to affect their neighborhoods favorably. 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 Assesses the efficiency of the project and highlights lessons. Supplies inputs to 2 broader examinations- the regional evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique assessment study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational attainment and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the low quality of fundamental education, absence of access to education in the outer islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the vocational and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high joblessness because of constrained private sector development and government downsizing. Unemployment was especially high among the youth and ladies in the external islands. Appropriate local competent workers for existing job vacancies

were unavailable, thus the importation of properly competent foreign workers. Therefore, there was an inequality in between offered jobs and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions supplied the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to enhance abilities training to supply well-trained workers needed for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide abilities training system. The job included 4 components: advancement of a profession awareness program, skills training improvement, improved skills training chances for females and youth, and institutional strengthening. The expected outcome was increased income-generating chances and work for trainees, especially women and youth in the external islands. Overall, the job was rated unsuccessful. Restricted progress was attained in making the task responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector employers. The enduring weak point of bad numeracy and literacy proficiencies

among public elementary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or going to voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of basic education. The task 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 professional education training system has remained fundamentally the same after task conclusion. The study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy discussion, to follow through on the government’s

dedication to establishing a dedicated labour details system to connect technical and professional education training program offerings with industry demand. 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 completely operational.