RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has gotten financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) expense. It plans 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 executing the World Bank-funded project successfully.
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 evaluate and enhance the skills of workers through recognized college certification.
The in-depth Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project are indicated in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).
The National Training Council now invites eligible people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in supplying the Services. Intrigued Consultants should offer info showing that they have the needed qualifications and pertinent experience to carry out the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than four (4) pages addressing the compulsory experience and credentials requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, similar conditions, and so on). Companies' staff may express interest through the employing firm for the assignment. In such a scenario, just the experience and qualifications of individuals shall be considered in the selection process. The criteria 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.
Have 2-5 years' experience creating and
carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as proof of previous experience. Exceptional communication, training, and facilitation
abilities. Experience with working with varied stakeholders, consisting of federal government. companies, TVET organizations, companies, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural
environment and develop reliable team relationships with clients and appropriate stakeholders. The attention of interested Consultants (consisting of 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 ", setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Further information can be obtained at the address below during workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest need to be
provided in a written type to the address below (personally 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 taken place at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This essential 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 national training council ). This training strengthens a commitment to enhancing RMI's water security and community durability against environment change effects, particularly females
and youth, making sure that nobody is left behind. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government agencies, non-governmental organizations, 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 developing a climate-resilient nation."It is our responsibility to come together and work together. As we deal with the obstacles presented by climate modification, understanding its influence on our water resources is essential for improving the wellness of communities across the Marshall Islands,"she said.
RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important role of women and youth in dealing with climate-related obstacles."This workshop joins us from numerous neighborhoods to deal with the pressing problems we face today, consisting of climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources."We want to highlight the crucial function of women and youth in this project as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The first day of the workshop covered important concerns 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 environment change on water security and the disproportionate effects on vulnerable groups. The significance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all job aspects was also talked about. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the requirement for comprehensive security of vulnerable populations
during emergency situations. Furthermore, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the various kinds that can arise in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The program concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their crucial role in health, livelihoods, school attendance, self-respect, and structure durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all participants
, emphasizing the importance of their contributions to their neighborhoods."Women and youth are essential to the success of the ACWA job. More significantly, you are the champs and future leaders who will return to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. During the workshop, participants went to Rongrong Island and examined the 15,000-gallon Flatpack Modular water tank set up at the Rongrong High School Boys Dormitory as part of the ACWA project. The installation is a crucial component of the project, matched by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The check out functioned as an important firsthand experience of the positive effect of the ACWA job on the community and its
water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island revealed her thankfulness for the chance to sign up with the workshop and made clear her desire to be part of the task when it reaches Jabat.
"This was my very first time taking part in such training, and I discovered a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now comprehend the significance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm ecstatic about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and ready to assist when it shows up,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA website planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his enjoyment."The workshop and website see increased my self-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 neighborhood, "he stated. By the workshop's end, individuals were better equipped to comprehend environment modification and its regional effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water safety, and utilize brand-new resources to affect their neighborhoods 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 efficiency of the task and highlights lessons. Provides inputs to two broader assessments- the regional evaluation of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique examination research study on Millennium Development Goals. The low instructional achievement and shortage of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor quality of standard education, lack of access to education in the external islands, and weaknesses in abilities training and the trade and technical education system.
These supported an economy marked by high unemployment because of constrained economic sector growth and government downsizing. Unemployment was specifically high amongst the youth and females in the external islands. Ideal local skilled personnel for existing task vacancies
were unavailable, hence the importation of appropriately proficient foreign workers. Therefore, there was an inequality between available jobs 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 approved 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 national skills training system. The job consisted of 4 elements: development of a career awareness program, abilities training enhancement, improved skills training opportunities for females and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and work for trainees, especially ladies and youth in the external islands. Overall, the job was ranked not successful. Minimal progress was attained in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients 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 credited to the poor quality of fundamental education. The job 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 occupation education training system has actually remained basically the same after job completion. The study put forward that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy discussion, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to establishing a committed labour info system to link technical and occupation education training program offerings with industry need. Although the job set up a labour market info system, in the absence of in-house staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally operational.
