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Parent Sector : Field Office

Duty Station: Harare

Job Family: Education

Type of contract : Non Staff

Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months

Recruitment open to : External candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 19/06/2020


UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

UPDATING THE CSE ONLINE COURSE FOR TEACHERS AND PRACTITIONERS

ABOUT THIS ASSIGNMENT

This assignment is building on the work of the UNESCO and UNFPA on the existing online course on CSE, and a lot of work that has been done on teacher training in the region; not least among them, the development of a regional in-person teacher training manual and resource pack. Recognizing the importance of well-trained teachers in the effective delivery of sexuality education at classroom level the UN partners wish to update the current online CSE course to incorporate new knowledge and evidence, and utilization of recently developed resources.  The partners wish to strengthen the implementation of comprehensive sexuality education curricula through a confident and well-trained teaching force through high quality pre and in-service training programme. UNESCO and UNFPA are seeking a qualified consultant to work with a UN recruited IT consultant and update the existing content of the CSE online course. Specifically, the consultant shall:

  1. Update the existing in-service training course on comprehensive sexuality education that draws on the revised International Technical Guidance on Sexuality Education (ITGSE), and the in-person teacher training manual, among other resources;
  2. Develop course content that can be converted into an online course and prepare the appropriate support materials.
Long Description

3. In liaison with the IT expert, the consultant shall;

  • come up with learning objectives, instructional methods and activities, storyboards, content, subject matter knowledge, lesson outlines structure and flow, and media assets.
  • break down the content into timed sessions and activities to be uploaded on the online learning platform
  • provide guidance to the IT expert on balancing the course between taking an asynchronous learning and synchronous learning approaches to allow for cohorts that give motivation to the learners and ensuring interactivity.
  • Transform the course content presented in large text form to ensure that it is more interactive
  • devise means of presenting critical content on the learning platform and avoid or reduce on too many outward links for the learners.
  1. Develop learning and assessment activities that adequately access learners’ level of understanding of the course content and the ability to apply learned concepts. The assessments should meet the mini standards that allow for CSE online course accreditation in the different countries where the course will be offered.
  2. Recommend quality sources of information to use and pedagogy to support learning activities, the duration and sequence of the activities, technology or technologies for the electronic and online activities, and other tools required for non-electronic activities.
Long Description

RATIONALE FOR REVISING THE COURSE

 Course Content Gaps

  1. There is a need to focus on topics such as gender discrimination, sexual and gender-based violence, HIV and AIDS, and harmful traditional practices. As with all curricula, CSE must be delivered in accordance with national laws and policies.
  2. The significance of peer pressure in adolescents’ lives needs to be strengthened as it influences adolescents behaviour.
  3. Gendering of behaviour and disability, and how these impact on body image and relationships is necessary
  4. Coon body image and sexuality needs to be strengthened
  5. Adolescents rights, values and responsibilities to be strengthened in the course content.

Course Design Gaps

  1. The course needs to outline the prerequisite skills and tools for the targeted audience of the course.
  2. The design of the course needs to be in sync with the pedagogical approaches to be used in the facilitation of the course in the blended learning environment
  3. Revision of course content to ensure that it is creative and engaging ensuring content is broken down into manageable multimedia
  4. Knowledge shares feature to be strengthened to ensure that it allows for deeper reflection in the learning process
Long Description


DELIVERABLES

  • An Inception report capturing the CSE online course outline, expanded activities and deliverables of this assignment.
  • Course curriculum and content, which include learning activities, assessments and relevant resource materials; and an indication of required teaching aids such as videos.
  • Process report on the consultant’s responsibilities to provide content guidance to the IT expert on five items outlined above.
  • A report compiling course assessments that are in-line with key competencies required in the accreditation process for the defined level of accreditation.
COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial) Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) - For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Masters degree in a related field (education, development, public health and health education)
  • Extensive professional knowledge and at least 5 years’ experience in the field of teacher training in Africa, developing similar courses, comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) and Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR)
  •  familiarity with curriculum development an asset.
  • Demonstrated experience with training in the education sector, mentoring and peer review
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience working with other UN agencies
  • Excellent report writing, communication and computer skills.
BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.

The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. 

UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.

Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.

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