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) expense. It means to use part of the proceeds for consulting services.

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

The project will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, aimed at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council examine and boost the abilities of workers through recognized college accreditation.

The in-depth Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project are indicated in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).

The National Training Council now welcomes eligible people (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in offering the Services. Intrigued Consultants need to supply information demonstrating that they have actually the required certifications and relevant experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no greater than four (4) pages dealing with the compulsory experience and qualification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar tasks, comparable conditions, etc). Firms’ staff may express interest through the utilizing company for the assignment. In such a situation, just the experience and qualifications of people shall be considered in the selection procedure. The requirements for electing 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 creating and

implementing RPL. frameworks, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as proof of previous experience. Outstanding interaction, training, and facilitation

skills. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, including federal government. agencies, TVET organizations, employers, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural

environment and construct effective group relationships with customers and relevant stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (including 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 “, setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. More info can be gotten at the address below during office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be

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

The subject line should 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 recently occurred at the University of the South Pacific’s campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This important 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 ladies and youth with the understanding 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 neighborhood durability against environment change impacts, particularly females

and youth, making sure that nobody is left behind. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from federal government firms, 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, underscored the significance of cumulative action in building a climate-resilient country.”It is our responsibility to come together and interact. As we deal with the obstacles presented by climate modification, understanding its impact on our water resources is essential for improving the well-being of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,”she said.

RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the essential function of females and youth in dealing with climate-related difficulties.”This workshop unites us from various neighborhoods to attend to the pressing problems we face today, including climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources.”We wish to emphasize the crucial function of females and youth in this job as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, “she stated.

The very first day of the workshop covered critical problems connected to gender equality, human rights, and public health within the Marshall Islands. It included discussions on gender equality and mainstreaming, concentrating on the effects of environment modification on water security and the out of proportion results on susceptible groups. The significance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all task elements was likewise gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the requirement for extensive security of vulnerable populations

throughout emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the numerous kinds that can occur in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and health and their vital function in health, livelihoods, school attendance, self-respect, and structure resistant communities. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru expressed his gratitude to all individuals

, emphasizing the value of their contributions to their neighborhoods.”Women and youth are key to the success of the ACWA project. More importantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your communities to empower others,”he said. Throughout the workshop, individuals checked out Rongrong Island and analyzed the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA project. The setup is a crucial part of the job, complemented by support from Australia

‘s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit acted as a valuable direct experience of the positive impact of the ACWA project on the neighborhood and its

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

“This was my very first time participating in such training, and I discovered so much from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website go to. I now understand the importance of clean water and how to sanitize it. I’m thrilled about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and ready to help when it gets here,”she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, likewise shared his enjoyment.”The workshop and website see improved 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 eagerly anticipating sharing this understanding with my neighborhood, “he stated. By the workshop’s end, participants were better equipped to understand environment change and its regional effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and use new resources to impact their communities favorably. ACWA is made possible thanks to the support 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 Evaluates the efficiency of the job and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to two broader evaluations- the regional assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were mostly due to the low quality of standard education, lack of access to education in the outer islands, and weak points in abilities training and the professional and technical education system.

These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector growth and federal government downsizing. Unemployment was especially high among the youth and ladies in the external islands. Ideal regional knowledgeable workers for existing task vacancies

were unavailable, for this reason the importation of appropriately competent foreign workers. Hence, there was a mismatch in between offered jobs and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the effort for the Government

of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and professional education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to supply well-trained employees required for sustained financial and social advancement. This was to be accomplished through an integrated national skills training system. The project included 4 parts: development of a profession awareness program, abilities training enhancement, enhanced abilities training chances for ladies and youth, and institutional conditioning. The expected result was increased income-generating opportunities and work for students, particularly females and youth in the outer islands. In general, the task was ranked not successful. Restricted development was achieved in making the project responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of bad numeracy and literacy competencies

amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts getting in college or participating in voc-tech education could be partially credited to the poor quality of standard education. The task was supply-driven and might not develop a strong linkage with private sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and vocational education training system has remained basically the exact same after task completion. The study advanced that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the government’s

dedication to developing a devoted labour details system to link technical and occupation education training program offerings with market need. Although the project set up a labour market info system, in the absence of in-house personnel capability at the National Training Council, it was not completely operational.