TERMS OF REFERENCE
Building on the success of the online course, this initiative aims to develop a competency-based, face-to-face training programme that emphasizes practical skills, peer learning, and school-level action planning. The resulting training package will serve as a standardized regional resource that can be adapted and delivered by Ministries of Education and other institutions to strengthen the resilience and preparedness of education systems across the Caribbean.
At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in education programme design, curriculum development, instructional design, teacher professional development, or competency-based training.
Demonstrated experience designing and developing competency-based training programmes, curricula, and learning materials for education professionals.
Proven experience in Comprehensive School Safety (CSS), Disaster Risk Reduction in Education (DRR-E), Education in Emergencies (EiE), school resilience, or related fields.
Experience developing facilitator guides, participant manuals, assessment tools, and other adult learning resources.
Experience working with governments, regional organizations, development partners, or international agencies in the education sector.
Experience conducting stakeholder consultations, facilitating workshops, and leading validation processes.
Experience working in multi-country programmes and/or the Caribbean region is an asset.
Strong knowledge of Comprehensive School Safety Frameworks and Disaster Risk Reduction in Education.
Strong understanding of competency-based education and adult learning methodologies.
Knowledge of teacher professional development systems and instructional design principles.
Understanding of Education in Emergencies, educational continuity planning, and resiliencebuilding in the education sector.
Ability to develop high-quality training packages, competency frameworks, learning design documents, and assessment tools.
Strong analytical, facilitation, report-writing, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders and provide strategic technical advice.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and virtual collaboration platforms.
• Experience working with UNICEF, CDEMA, Ministries of Education, OECS, CARICOM, UNESCO, or other regional or international organizations.
• Familiarity with education systems and policy frameworks within the Caribbean region.
• Experience integrating inclusive education, disability inclusion, psychosocial support, gender-responsive approaches, and child safeguarding considerations into teacher training programmes.
• Experience supporting accreditation, certification, or institutionalization of professional development programmes.
• Knowledge of climate resilience, emergency preparedness, and risk-informed programming in the education sector.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.
- An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
- A detailed technical proposal
• A technical proposal (maximum 5 pages) demonstrating their understanding of the assignment, proposed methodology, workplan, stakeholder consultation approach, and quality assurance measures.
• An updated curriculum vitae.
• At least two examples of similar assignments completed, including competency frameworks, teacher training packages, curriculum materials, or instructional design products developed by the applicant.
Remarks
UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.