About the opportunity
This consultancy supports the Climate Smart and Environmentally Sustainable Education (CSESI) initiative, launched by GPE, Save the Children, UNESCO, and IIEP. The main objective is to integrate climate change, environmental sustainability, and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) into pre-service and in-service teacher training programmes in the Maldives. The consultant will work closely with the Ministry of Education (MoE), the National Institute of Education (NIE), teacher training institutions, and Teachers’ Resource Centres (TRCs). Key responsibilities include mapping existing resources, conducting a remote online readiness assessment of teachers and school leaders, updating training materials, developing supplementary teaching aids, and supporting validation workshops.
Salary and benefits
- Professional engagement with UNESCO and the CSESI initiative
- Opportunity to shape national educational policies and teacher training frameworks in the Maldives
- Lump-sum remuneration covering consultancy fees, travel, miscellaneous costs, and applicable taxes
Who can apply?
- 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 3 years of relevant experience
- Minimum of 2 years of progressive professional experience in the education sector with expertise in curriculum development, teacher training, teaching and learning materials (TLMs), pedagogy, and institutional capacity development
- Strong knowledge of global standards in curriculum design, teacher education, and integration of climate change, environmental sustainability, or DRR
- Proven experience in designing and revising curricula and teacher training resources, ideally in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) or similar contexts
- Demonstrated experience working in South Asia, preferably the Maldives, with familiarity with the MoE, NIE, and teacher training systems
- Experience in conducting capacity assessments, including survey design, data collection and analysis
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Dhivehi language skills are desired
Required documents
- Cover letter (maximum one page) explaining suitability for the assignment
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including educational qualifications, relevant professional experience, contact details, and two professional references
- Technical proposal (maximum five pages) outlining understanding of the assignment, methodology, workplan, and relevant samples of previous work authored in South Asia or a similar context
- Financial proposal in US dollars indicating the overall lump-sum cost and monthly breakdown, inclusive of fees, travel, and taxes as per Maldives law
- List and samples of relevant work, including at least two examples related to deliverables and one sample authored in the Maldives or a similar context
When to apply
- Application deadline is 26/10/2026 at midnight IST time
How to apply
- Prepare all required documents, including the cover letter, CV, technical proposal, financial proposal, and work samples
- Visit the UNESCO Careers website and access the specific job posting
- Complete the online application form and attach all required documents under the 'Employment History' attachment section
- Submit the application prior to the deadline
Additional information
- The contract duration is 6 months with a remote work location in the Maldives
- The consultant is responsible for arranging their own logistics, office space, administrative support, and research-related travel
- Selected candidates may undergo pre-recorded video interviews, written assessments, and panel interviews
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…
- Extensive professional background in curriculum development and teacher training, particularly within South Asia or island contexts
- Direct expertise in incorporating climate change, environmental sustainability, or disaster risk reduction into educational frameworks
- Strong research and survey design skills combined with fluency in English and familiarity with the Maldives educational structure
What should you think carefully about?
- The consultant must independently manage all logistical arrangements and include those costs within the lump-sum financial proposal
- Strict adherence to UNESCO style guides, Harvard referencing standards, and project timelines is required throughout the 6-month contract
- Proficiency in Dhivehi is noted as a desirable asset for local support but English is mandatory
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This consultancy offers an impactful platform for education professionals and curriculum specialists to directly influence national resilience planning and teacher capacity building in the Maldives. It provides valuable international organizational experience with UNESCO and contributes tangibly to global sustainability education goals.
Our take
This opportunity is well-suited for experienced education consultants and curriculum experts with a background in environmental education and strong ties to South Asian educational systems. Candidates unable to independently manage project logistics or lacking specific curriculum development experience may find the role less suitable.
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