The Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands has actually received funding from the World Bank for the Education and Skills Strengthening Project (ESSP) cost. It plans to apply part of the proceeds 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 project successfully.
The project will focus on supporting the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in developing a framework for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for TVET, targeted at assisting the College of the Marshall Islands and the rmi national training council National Training Council examine and enhance the skills of employees through certified college accreditation.
The comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) for the task are indicated in the connected Terms of Reference (ToR).
The National Training Council now invites eligible individuals ("Consultants") to suggest their interest in offering the Services. Interested Consultants need to supply details demonstrating that they have the required certifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (attach a Cover Letter of no more than 4 (4) pages dealing with the mandatory experience and certification requirements curriculum vitae with a description of experience in similar assignments, comparable conditions, and so on). Companies' staff might express interest through the utilizing company for the task. In such a scenario, just the experience and certifications of individuals will be thought about in the choice process. The criteria 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 designing and
implementing RPL. structures, policies, and procedures. A sample of previous work will be needed as evidence of previous experience. Excellent communication, training, and facilitation
skills. Experience with dealing with varied stakeholders, including government. agencies, TVET organizations, companies, and learners in the Pacific. B. Desired Qualifications and Experience Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural
environment and construct efficient team relationships with customers and pertinent 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 dispute of interest. Additional details can be obtained at the address below throughout workplace hours, 0900 to 1700 local time. Expressions of interest must be
provided in a written form to the address listed below (in person or by e-mail )by 5:00 pm, 23rd December 2024.
The subject line needs to 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 national training council 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 actually recently taken place at the University of the South Pacific's school 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) project. The week-long capacity-building training intended to empower females 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 commitment to boosting RMI's water security and neighborhood resilience versus climate change effects, specifically ladies
and youth, guaranteeing that no one is left. The training invited individuals from all 24 atolls and featured resource speakers from government companies, non-governmental organizations, 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 cumulative action in constructing a climate-resilient nation."It is our responsibility to come together and interact. As we face the challenges postured by environment modification, understanding its impact on our water resources is important for enhancing the well-being of communities throughout the Marshall Islands,"she stated.
RMI Environmental Protection Authority General Manager Moriana Philip highlighted in her speech the vital function of ladies and youth in attending to climate-related difficulties."This workshop unites us from various neighborhoods to deal with the pressing issues we deal with today, including climate-related difficulties, especially on our water resources."We want to stress the vital role of females and youth in this task as your involvement contributes to its success and beyond, "she stated.
The very first day of the workshop covered critical 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 climate modification on water security and the out of proportion effects on susceptible groups. The importance of integrating gender equality and social addition into all job elements was likewise discussed. Human rights and human trafficking were tackled, stressing the need for detailed security of susceptible populations
during emergencies. Furthermore, the workshop attended to gender-based violence, highlighting the various types that can occur in catastrophe scenarios, such as domestic violence and sexual coercion. The agenda concluded with a concentrate on sanitation and health and their crucial role in health, livelihoods, school participation, dignity, and structure durable neighborhoods. ACWA Project Manager Koji Kumamaru revealed his appreciation to all individuals
, stressing the significance of their contributions to their communities."Women and youth are crucial to the success of the ACWA project. More notably, you are the champions and future leaders who will go back to your neighborhoods to empower others,"he said. 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 task. The installation is an essential element of the job, complemented by support from Australia
's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The go to served as a valuable direct experience of the positive impact of the ACWA project on the community and its
water resources. Marie Naisher from Jabat Island expressed her appreciation for the chance to join the workshop and explained her desire to be part of the job when it reaches Jabat.
"This was my first time participating in such training, and I discovered a lot from the guest speakers, group activities, and the site see. I now understand the importance of tidy water and how to sterilize it. I'm thrilled about the ACWA job coming to Jabat and prepared to assist when it gets here,"she stated. Don Kobney, an ACWA site coordinator from Santo, Kwajalein, also shared his excitement."The workshop and website check out boosted my confidence and understanding of the water tank installation.
Seeing the 15,000-gallon flatpack modular water tank firsthand offered me a clear understanding of the system, and I'm anticipating sharing this understanding with my community, "he said. By the workshop's end, individuals were better equipped to understand climate modification and its regional effects, drive adjustment and mitigation efforts, especially in water security, and utilize new resources to impact their communities favorably. ACWA is made possible 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 Assesses the performance of the job and highlights lessons. Offers inputs to 2 more comprehensive assessments- the local examination of ADB assistance for the Pacific and the special examination study on Millennium Development Goals. The low educational achievement and scarcity of Marshallese skilled workers were largely due to the low quality of fundamental education, absence 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 growth and government downsizing. Joblessness was specifically high among the youth and ladies in the outer islands. Appropriate regional competent workers for existing job vacancies
were unavailable, hence the importation of properly competent foreign employees. Hence, there was an inequality between available tasks and abilities of the Marshallese labour force. These conditions offered the initiative for the Government
of the Marshall Islands to focus on technical and vocational education training reforms. In 2000, ADB authorized a loan for $9.1 million to improve abilities training to offer well-trained employees needed for continual financial and social advancement. This was to be attained through an integrated national skills training system. The project consisted of four parts: advancement of a profession awareness program, abilities training enhancement, improved skills training opportunities for women and youth, and institutional fortifying. The expected outcome was increased income-generating opportunities and work for students, especially ladies and youth in the outer islands. In general, the project was ranked unsuccessful. Restricted development was accomplished in making the task responsive to the requirements of its beneficiaries and private-sector companies. The enduring weak point of poor numeracy and literacy proficiencies
amongst public elementary 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 project was supply-driven and could not develop a strong linkage with economic sector requirements or align its activities with the needs of the labour market. The status of the technical and occupation education training system has stayed fundamentally the exact same after task completion. The study put forward that ADB could motivate the Government of the Marshall Islands, through consultation and policy dialogue, to follow through on the federal government's
commitment to developing a dedicated labour information system to connect technical and employment education training program offerings with market demand. Although the task established a labour market details system, in the lack of in-house staff ability at the National Training Council, it was not totally functional.
