UNESCO Consultant: Integrating Climate and Environment into Teacher Training
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
Job Description
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. The organization operates in over 190 countries and has a workforce of more than 2,000 employees. UNESCO's core values include commitment to the organization, integrity, respect for diversity, and professionalism. The organization is dedicated to fostering sustainable development and education for all, with a focus on integrating climate change and environmental sustainability into educational frameworks globally.
Job Overview:
The consultancy position aims to support the integration of climate change, environmental sustainability, and disaster risk reduction (DRR) into teacher training programs in the Maldives. The consultant will review existing pre-service and in-service teacher training resources, identify priority climate and environmental topics, assess teachers' readiness to teach these subjects, and update training materials to promote learner-centered, inclusive, and action-oriented pedagogies. This role is crucial in enhancing the capacity of the education sector to address climate-related challenges and ensure that teachers are equipped with the necessary knowledge and tools to deliver effective climate education. The consultant will collaborate closely with the Ministry of Education (MoE), National Institute of Education (NIE), and other stakeholders to align the training resources with national frameworks and UNESCO guidance, ultimately contributing to the resilience of learners and education systems in the Maldives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will undertake several key activities, including: 1) Assessing and mapping existing teacher training resources to identify gaps and opportunities for integrating climate/environment/DRR topics; 2) Conducting a teacher readiness assessment through an online survey to evaluate teachers' knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding climate education; 3) Updating existing teacher training materials and developing new supplementary teaching aids that focus on interactive and inclusive pedagogies; 4) Organizing consultation and validation workshops with stakeholders to review and finalize the updated training materials. The deliverables for this consultancy will include comprehensive reports on the assessment and mapping of resources, teacher readiness, updated training materials, and feedback from validation workshops.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in education, curriculum development, teacher education, pedagogy, Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), environmental education, or a related field. Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree with three years of relevant experience is acceptable. Additionally, candidates should have a minimum of two years of progressive professional experience in the education sector, with expertise in curriculum development, teacher training, and institutional capacity development. Strong knowledge of global standards in curriculum design and experience in integrating climate change and environmental sustainability into education systems are essential. Familiarity with the Maldives' education system and experience in conducting capacity assessments are also required.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced degree in relevant fields such as education, curriculum development, or environmental education. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree must demonstrate significant relevant experience in the education sector, particularly in areas related to climate education and sustainable development. The emphasis is on candidates who have a strong theoretical foundation as well as practical experience in teacher training and curriculum development.
Experience:
Candidates should have at least two years of professional experience in the education sector, particularly in curriculum development and teacher training. Experience in integrating climate change education and sustainable development into educational frameworks is highly desirable. Familiarity with the Maldives' education system and previous work in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) or similar contexts will be advantageous. Experience in conducting assessments and developing actionable recommendations based on data analysis is also required.
Languages:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are mandatory for this position. Proficiency in Dhivehi is desired, as it will facilitate collaboration with local stakeholders and enhance the effectiveness of the consultancy. Candidates should be able to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively in both languages, ensuring that all materials are accessible to diverse audiences.
Additional Notes:
The consultancy is a remote position with a contract duration of six months. It is open to external candidates and will require the consultant to manage their own logistics, including office space and administrative support. The consultant must adhere to UNESCO's standards for citation and ensure that all outputs are delivered within agreed timelines. The selection process may include interviews and assessments, and candidates are encouraged to submit a comprehensive application that includes a cover letter, CV, technical proposal, and financial proposal. UNESCO emphasizes a commitment to diversity and encourages applications from individuals from minority and indigenous groups, as well as persons with disabilities.
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. The organization operates in over 190 countries and has a workforce of more than 2,000 employees. UNESCO's core values include commitment to the organization, integrity, respect for diversity, and professionalism. The organization is dedicated to fostering sustainable development and education for all, with a focus on integrating climate change and environmental sustainability into educational frameworks globally.
Job Overview:
The consultancy position aims to support the integration of climate change, environmental sustainability, and disaster risk reduction (DRR) into teacher training programs in the Maldives. The consultant will review existing pre-service and in-service teacher training resources, identify priority climate and environmental topics, assess teachers' readiness to teach these subjects, and update training materials to promote learner-centered, inclusive, and action-oriented pedagogies. This role is crucial in enhancing the capacity of the education sector to address climate-related challenges and ensure that teachers are equipped with the necessary knowledge and tools to deliver effective climate education. The consultant will collaborate closely with the Ministry of Education (MoE), National Institute of Education (NIE), and other stakeholders to align the training resources with national frameworks and UNESCO guidance, ultimately contributing to the resilience of learners and education systems in the Maldives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will undertake several key activities, including: 1) Assessing and mapping existing teacher training resources to identify gaps and opportunities for integrating climate/environment/DRR topics; 2) Conducting a teacher readiness assessment through an online survey to evaluate teachers' knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding climate education; 3) Updating existing teacher training materials and developing new supplementary teaching aids that focus on interactive and inclusive pedagogies; 4) Organizing consultation and validation workshops with stakeholders to review and finalize the updated training materials. The deliverables for this consultancy will include comprehensive reports on the assessment and mapping of resources, teacher readiness, updated training materials, and feedback from validation workshops.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in education, curriculum development, teacher education, pedagogy, Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), environmental education, or a related field. Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree with three years of relevant experience is acceptable. Additionally, candidates should have a minimum of two years of progressive professional experience in the education sector, with expertise in curriculum development, teacher training, and institutional capacity development. Strong knowledge of global standards in curriculum design and experience in integrating climate change and environmental sustainability into education systems are essential. Familiarity with the Maldives' education system and experience in conducting capacity assessments are also required.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced degree in relevant fields such as education, curriculum development, or environmental education. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree must demonstrate significant relevant experience in the education sector, particularly in areas related to climate education and sustainable development. The emphasis is on candidates who have a strong theoretical foundation as well as practical experience in teacher training and curriculum development.
Experience:
Candidates should have at least two years of professional experience in the education sector, particularly in curriculum development and teacher training. Experience in integrating climate change education and sustainable development into educational frameworks is highly desirable. Familiarity with the Maldives' education system and previous work in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) or similar contexts will be advantageous. Experience in conducting assessments and developing actionable recommendations based on data analysis is also required.
Languages:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are mandatory for this position. Proficiency in Dhivehi is desired, as it will facilitate collaboration with local stakeholders and enhance the effectiveness of the consultancy. Candidates should be able to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively in both languages, ensuring that all materials are accessible to diverse audiences.
Additional Notes:
The consultancy is a remote position with a contract duration of six months. It is open to external candidates and will require the consultant to manage their own logistics, including office space and administrative support. The consultant must adhere to UNESCO's standards for citation and ensure that all outputs are delivered within agreed timelines. The selection process may include interviews and assessments, and candidates are encouraged to submit a comprehensive application that includes a cover letter, CV, technical proposal, and financial proposal. UNESCO emphasizes a commitment to diversity and encourages applications from individuals from minority and indigenous groups, as well as persons with disabilities.
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