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Application deadline (Midnight UTC+2 Time) : 30/08/2026
National Consultant on Media and Information Literacy (MIL) and Countering Hate Speech for the Project Humanitarian Support through Job Creation for Youth and Communities in Crisis-Affected Sudan
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
2. Objective of the Consultancy
The purpose of this consultancy is to design, develop, and facilitate a comprehensive Arabic-language training course on Media and Information Literacy (MIL) and Countering Hate Speech, from curriculum development through implementation.
The expert will ensure that participants gain both conceptual understanding and practical competencies through interactive learning methodologies, including facilitated discussions, group work, the UNESCO Facticity board game, and reflective assessment exercises.
3. Scope of Work
Under the overall authority of the Head of UNESCO Office in Sudan and in close coordination with the Communication and Information Programme Specialist, the expert will:
A. Course Design
- Design a complete Arabic-language training syllabus according to the UNESCO MIL and Hate Speech Guidelines on:
B. Training Delivery
The expert will facilitate 10 interactive training sessions in Arabic for 250 youth; each session will host 25 youth.
Each session shall include:
- Brief introductory lecture on:
- Facilitation of the UNESCO Facticity Board Game as the core experiential learning activity.
- Guided group discussions following the gameplay.
- Reflection exercises allowing participants to identify:
C. Interactive Learning Methodology
The expert shall employ participatory learning techniques including:
- Facticity Board game
- Sticky note exercises for the lessons learnt
D. Assessment and Reporting
The expert shall:
- Design participant assessment tools.
- Collect qualitative and quantitative feedback throughout the training sessions.
- Document participant learning outcomes using interactive methods (including sticky notes and group reflections).
- Analyse participant feedback.
- Produce a comprehensive assessment report summarizing:
The consultancy will be conducted over a period of approximately 1 month, according to the project implementation schedule.
Expected Results
By the end of the consultancy:
- A standardized Arabic training course on Media and Information Literacy and Countering Hate Speech will be developed aligning with the UNESCO Guidelines.
- Youth participants will demonstrate improved understanding of hate speech, misinformation, and responsible digital engagement.
- Participants will have strengthened critical thinking and fact-checking skills through the application of UNESCO's Facticity board game.
- A documented assessment of participant learning outcomes and recommendations for scaling the training approach will be available to UNESCO to support future programming in Sudan.
Education
- Advanced university degree in Media, Journalism, Communication, Education, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience in designing and delivering training programmes.
Experiance
- Proven expertise in:
- Experience facilitating participatory learning methodologies.
- Familiarity with UNESCO's Media and Information Literacy framework.
- Excellent facilitation skills.
Languages
- Excellent written and spoken Arabic.
- Good command of English.
Application Process
UNESCO invites qualified individual consultants to submit their applications through the UNESCO Careers Website.
- Applicants should submit:
SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information, by the above deadline.
To apply, please visit the UNESCO Careers website . No modifications can be made to the application once submitted.
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