About the opportunity
UNESCO and UNICEF are supporting the Government of Somalia through the Peacebuilding Fund project Building Peace Through Religious Education in Somalia. The project promotes peacebuilding, social cohesion, inclusive teaching, and safeguarding in traditional and Integrated Quranic Schools. The consultant will support the preparation and implementation of a needs assessment and focus group discussions, and lead the analysis and reporting of findings. The assignment will identify teachers’ capacities, community expectations, and practical requirements for the subsequent teacher-training programme. The working arrangements assume 40 assessment sites and focus group discussions in 12 schools, with a contract duration of 2.5 months.
Salary and benefits
- Consultant contract for a duration of 2.5 months
- Professional engagement with UNESCO and UNICEF peacebuilding initiatives
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in education, social sciences, applied social research, peace studies, or a related field
- At least five years of relevant experience in education research, training-needs assessment, or social research, including survey design, quantitative and qualitative enquiry and analysis
- Experience conducting research or consultations in Somalia, with knowledge of traditional and Integrated Quranic education and the institutional and community context
- Fluency in written and spoken Somali and English
- Ability to work with teachers, government counterparts, religious scholars, and communities, applying gender-responsive, conflict-sensitive, and safeguarding approaches
Required documents
- Online application submitted via the UNESCO Careers website
When to apply
- Application deadline: 13/11/2026 at Midnight UTC+3 Time
How to apply
- Visit the UNESCO Careers website
- Complete the online application and provide complete and accurate information before the deadline
Additional information
- The selection process may include pre-recorded video interviews, written assessments, panel interviews, and reference checks.
- UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment.
- UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the hiring process.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Strong background in education research or social sciences with specific expertise in qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
- Demonstrated professional familiarity with the Somali educational context and traditional or Integrated Quranic schools.
- Bilingual fluency in Somali and English enabling direct stakeholder engagement and reporting.
What should you think carefully about?
- The contract is short-term, lasting approximately 2.5 months.
- Direct fieldwork and travel requirements must be confirmed prior to contracting.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This consultancy offers a targeted short-term engagement to apply expert research skills directly to peacebuilding and educational development initiatives in Somalia, making it ideal for researchers looking to contribute to UN-backed education projects.
Our take
Experienced education researchers and consultants with regional expertise in Somalia should seriously consider applying before the November deadline, while those without background in Quranic education or quantitative-qualitative methodologies may find the role less suitable.
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