National Training Council - Marshall Islands
RMI Education and Skills Strengthening Project
The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually gotten financing from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. 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 carrying out the World Bank-funded job successfully.
The assignment will concentrate on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, focused on assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the RMI National Training Council evaluate and improve the abilities of employees through recognized college accreditation.
The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project are shown in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).
The National Training Council now invites eligible people ("Consultants") to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Intrigued Consultants ought to offer information demonstrating that they have the needed credentials and relevant experience to perform the Services (connect a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages resolving the obligatory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar projects, comparable conditions, etc). Firms' staff may reveal interest through the using company for the assignment. In such a circumstance, just the experience and qualifications of people shall be thought about in the choice process. The criteria 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 creating and
carrying out RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be required as evidence of previous experience. Outstanding communication, training, and facilitation
skills. Experience with dealing with diverse stakeholders, consisting of government. firms, TVET institutions, employers, and students in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Capability to deal sensitively in a multicultural
environment and construct effective team relationships with customers and relevant 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. Further info can be acquired at the address below throughout office hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest should be
delivered in a written kind to the address listed below (personally or by email )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 4th
Women and Youth Training for
Gender Equality, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Water Safety Management has just recently happened at the University of the South Pacific's campus in Majuro, the Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). 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 ladies and youth with the understanding and practices needed for climate-resilient water security management in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands(RMI ). This training reinforces a dedication to boosting rmi national training council's water security and community resilience versus climate change effects, particularly women
and youth, ensuring that nobody is left. The training welcomed individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government firms, non-governmental organizations, and international development partners from the rmi national training council 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 obligation to come together and interact. As we deal with the obstacles positioned by climate change, comprehending its impact on our water resources is vital for improving the wellness of neighborhoods throughout the Marshall Islands,"she said.
RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the important role of females and youth in dealing with climate-related difficulties."This workshop joins us from different communities to deal with the pressing problems we face today, consisting of climate-related challenges, particularly on our water resources."We wish to highlight the essential function of females and youth in this job as your participation is instrumental to its success and beyond, "she said.
The first day of the workshop covered important problems connected 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 environment modification on water security and the out of proportion effects on susceptible groups. The importance of incorporating gender equality and social inclusion into all task aspects was also gone over. Human rights and human trafficking were taken on, stressing the requirement for thorough security of susceptible populations
during emergency situations. Additionally, the workshop addressed gender-based violence, highlighting the different kinds that can develop in catastrophe circumstances, such as domestic violence and sexual browbeating. The agenda concluded with a focus on sanitation and hygiene and their crucial role in health, incomes, school participation, self-respect, and structure resilient neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his thankfulness to all participants
, emphasizing the value of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA task. More notably, you are the champs and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he stated. During the workshop, participants went to Rongrong Island and analyzed 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 crucial part of the job, matched by assistance from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The visit functioned as a valuable direct experience of the favorable effect of the ACWA job 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 very first time participating in such training, and I discovered a lot from the visitor speakers, group activities, and the website visit. I now comprehend the importance of tidy water and how to sanitize it. I'm fired up about the ACWA task concerning Jabat and all set to assist when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site planner from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and website visit boosted my confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.
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 knowledge with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, participants were better equipped to understand environment modification and its local effects, drive adaptation and mitigation efforts, particularly in water safety, and utilize new resources to affect their communities positively. ACWA is enabled thanks to the support of the Green Climate
Fund, with the job 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. Provides inputs to 2 broader evaluations- the local assessment of ADB support for the Pacific and the unique evaluation study on Millennium Development Goals. The low academic achievement and lack of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the poor 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 joblessness because of constrained private sector development and government downsizing. Joblessness was especially high among the youth and women in the outer islands. Ideal regional experienced personnel for existing job vacancies
were not available, hence the importation of appropriately proficient foreign employees. Thus, there was a mismatch in between offered tasks and skills of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions provided the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to prioritize technical and trade education training reforms. In 2000, ADB approved a loan for $9.1 million to improve skills training to supply trained employees required for continual economic and social development. This was to be accomplished through an integrated nationwide skills training system. The project included four parts: development of a profession awareness program, abilities training enhancement, boosted abilities training chances for females and youth, and institutional strengthening. The anticipated outcome was increased income-generating chances and employment for students, particularly women and youth in the outer islands. In general, the job was rated unsuccessful. Minimal progress was achieved in making the project responsive to the requirements of its recipients and private-sector companies. The enduring weakness of poor numeracy and literacy competencies
amongst public primary and secondary school graduates and dropouts entering college or participating in voc-tech education could be partially attributed to the poor quality of standard education. The job was supply-driven and could 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 employment education training system has stayed basically the exact same after job completion. The study put forward that ADB might motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through assessment and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's
dedication to developing a devoted labour details system to link technical and vocational education training program offerings with industry demand. Although the job set up a labour market information system, in the absence of internal staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not fully operational.