UNESCO is seeking to hire an expert to support in the implementation of its initiative focusing on enhanced coordination among Arab Member States with the ESD-NET and strengthening their capacities to advance their work on ESD and implement or develop their country initiatives.
The EiE Expert will work under the guidance of UNESCO and in close partnership with Arab Member States to ensure the successful implementation of activities aligned with the following outcomes:
Strengthened coordination among ESD-NET Arab Member States.
Enhanced capacities for the development and advancement of ESD country initiatives.
The expert will be responsible for supporting UNESCO Multisectoral Regional Offices in Beirut and Doha in the implementation of the following activities:
Development and Endorsement of ESD-NET Arab Member States Sub-group Terms of Reference (TOR) and Action Plan
Develop the Sub-group TOR: Based on the outcomes of the ESD Tokyo meeting (2023) and the country-specific ESD roadmaps, the consultant will support the development of the TOR for the ESD-NET Arab Member States Sub-group through a consultative process with key stakeholders. The TOR will outline the subgroup’s purpose, objectives, structure, and operational mechanisms to advance Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) initiatives in the region.
Draft an Actionable Roadmap: Collaborate with stakeholders to draft an actionable roadmap for the Arab Member States ESD-NET Sub-group. The roadmap should include specific objectives aligned with the Tokyo meeting outcomes and regional ESD priorities, detailed timelines and measurable indicators, a budget framework to support implementation.
Organization of a Regional Workshop:
Draft Event Documents: Develop the concept note and agenda for the regional (in-person) workshop in coordination with UNESCO.
Facilitate the Workshop including but not limited to the following:
Present the finalized TOR and action plan for the ESD-NET Arab Member States Sub-group.
Provide technical guidance on enhancing collaboration among Member States.
Facilitate collaborative drafting of country-specific ESD initiatives
Present practical tools and templates during the workshop to assist Arab Member States in developing and implementing their ESD country initiatives.
Identify Capacity Needs: Allocate a session to assess and identify the capacity reinforcement needs of the Arab Member States to inform the design of planned capacity-building webinars and workshops.
Capacity Building through Online Webinars and Workshops:
Develop the webinar’s concept notes, agendas and materials: Based on the capacity needs identified during the regional workshop, develop detailed agendas, concept notes, and tailored materials for at least six (6) online webinars and workshops. Ensure the webinar materials address the specific needs of the Arab Member States and leverage existing UNESCO knowledge products to enhance the content development.
Deliver the Webinars and workshops: Lead and facilitate the online sessions as per the developed materials, with a focus on peer learning and exchange of best practices, and coordination successes and opportunities for regional collaboration.
Education:
An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Education, Social Sciences, Sustainable Development, International Development, or a related field.
Experience:
At least 7 years of proven experience in education program development, project management, or capacity building, preferably related to Education for Sustainable Development (ESD);
Strong experience in facilitating multi-stakeholder workshops, webinars, and capacity-building sessions at the regional or international level;
Demonstrated expertise in developing actionable plans, terms of reference, or roadmaps in collaboration with diverse stakeholders;
Knowledge and Skills:
Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Comprehensive understanding of ESD principles, frameworks, and regional priorities in the Arab world.
Strong skills in designing tools, templates, and materials to support education initiatives.
