National Consultant on Education for Sustainable Development

Job Posting Organization:
UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, was established in 1945 with the mission to contribute to peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security by promoting international collaboration through educational, scientific, and cultural reforms. UNESCO operates in over 190 countries and has a workforce of approximately 2,000 employees. The organization focuses on building peace in the minds of men and women, fostering sustainable development, and promoting cultural diversity.

Job Overview:
The position of National Consultant on Education for Sustainable Development is crucial for advancing Uzbekistan's commitment to the ESD 2030 Country Initiative. The consultant will play a key role in implementing the National Roadmap for Education for Sustainable Development, which aims to integrate sustainability principles across all educational levels. This role involves collaboration with various governmental and non-governmental entities, ensuring that the roadmap's objectives are met through effective coordination and practical guidance. The consultant will be responsible for reviewing national and international documents, conducting consultations, and providing ongoing support to participating entities. The overarching goal is to foster a culture of sustainability in education, empowering educators and youth while facilitating local actions.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant's duties include reviewing key national and international reference documents related to the National Roadmap for Education for Sustainable Development. They will conduct consultations with various stakeholders to confirm commitments and identify early actions. The consultant will prepare a design package for a 'green school' pilot, which includes adapting the UNESCO Green School Quality Standard and developing selection criteria for participating schools. Additionally, they will provide ongoing guidance to participating entities, conduct periodic monitoring, and prepare progress and final reports with recommendations for future actions. The consultant will also maintain a status-tracking framework to monitor the implementation of the roadmap's commitments.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Masters or higher) in education, environmental sciences, sustainable development, public policy, or a related field. They should have at least ten years of relevant professional experience in the education sector or related policy and program coordination in Uzbekistan. Experience working with government ministries and agencies is essential, along with familiarity with Education for Sustainable Development and climate change education. Prior experience with UNESCO or other international organizations is considered an asset.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced university degree, such as a Master's degree or higher, in fields related to education, environmental sciences, sustainable development, or public policy. This advanced education is crucial for understanding the complexities of the role and the necessary frameworks for implementing sustainable development in education.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of ten years of relevant professional experience, particularly in the education sector or in roles related to education policy, program coordination, or institutional development. Candidates should demonstrate a strong track record of working with government entities and have experience in organizing consultations and inter-agency coordination processes. Familiarity with the national education reform context in Uzbekistan is also important.

Languages:
The consultant must have an excellent command of written and spoken Uzbek, as this is the working language of the assignment. A good command of English is also required for reporting and summarizing findings. Knowledge of Russian is considered an asset, as it may facilitate communication with various stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The contract for this consultancy is part-time and will last for eight months, tentatively starting from mid-November 2026 and concluding on July 15, 202

• The total level of effort is expected to be 60 working days, organized according to a monthly work plan agreed upon with UNESCO. Payments will be made in three installments upon satisfactory submission of deliverables. All materials produced during this consultancy will remain the property of UNESCO. The organization emphasizes a commitment to diversity and encourages applications from individuals from minority and indigenous groups, as well as persons with disabilities. UNESCO maintains a zero-tolerance policy against harassment and ensures confidentiality in the hiring process.