UNICEF Seeks National Consultant to Develop Climate Education Materials for Zimbabwean Schools

National Consultant: Climate Education Learning Materials Development (Zimbabwean Nationals Only)

Job No: 582077
Position Type: Consultant
Location: Harare, Zimbabwe
Duration: 54 Working Days (28 July – 19 September 2025)
Application Deadline: 17 July 2025

UNICEF Zimbabwe is seeking a qualified and passionate National Consultant to support the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MoPSE) in developing Climate Education Learning Materials for Junior Primary and Lower Secondary levels. This position is open exclusively to Zimbabwean nationals and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a sustainable and climate-resilient education system.

About UNICEF Zimbabwe

Since 1982, UNICEF Zimbabwe has worked closely with the Government of Zimbabwe to advance children’s rights and well-being. Operating under the country’s vision for a prosperous upper-middle-income society, UNICEF’s current programme supports equitable access to health, education, protection, and meaningful youth participation.

To explore more about our work, visit:
https://www.unicef.org/zimbabwe/work-us

The Assignment

Zimbabwe continues to face significant climate-related challenges, including droughts, flooding, erratic weather patterns, and rising temperatures—issues that severely disrupt the education sector. To address this, UNICEF and MoPSE have collaborated to enhance climate literacy in schools through previously developed teacher training modules. This consultancy builds upon that foundation to design learner-focused materials aimed at increasing knowledge, preparedness, and resilience among school children.

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Key Responsibilities (54 Working Days)

Phase 1: Preparation and Desk Review (5 Days)

  • Review existing climate education materials across ministries and agencies.

  • Develop a workshop agenda and interactive materials.

  • Coordinate with MoPSE and UNICEF for logistical preparations.

Phase 2: Workshop Facilitation (10 Days)

  • Lead a three-day participatory workshop with stakeholders.

  • Guide group work to co-create curriculum content, resources, and teaching strategies.

  • Consolidate outputs into draft learning materials.

Phase 3: Drafting and Validation (39 Days)

  • Produce a detailed report and draft Climate Education Learning Materials.

  • Facilitate a validation workshop with stakeholders.

  • Finalize learning materials incorporating feedback.

  • Submit final versions for MoPSE and UNICEF approval.

Expected Deliverables

Task/Milestone Timeline
Finalized agenda, workshop materials, and action plan 5 days
Summary report of key concepts and draft learning materials 10 days
First draft of learning materials 13 days
Validation workshop facilitation and reporting 13 days
Final approved Climate Education Learning Materials 13 days
  • Education: Master’s degree in Education, Climate Studies, Disaster Risk Management, or related field.

  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years in designing or facilitating training/workshops in climate education or resilience programming.

  • Desirable: Prior experience with UNICEF, UN agencies, or other international/national institutions.

  • Languages: Fluency in English is mandatory.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit the following via the UNICEF online portal:

  1. Technical Proposal

    • Understanding of the assignment

    • Detailed timeline, approach, and level of effort per deliverable

    • Proposed local travel schedule

  2. Financial Proposal

    • Breakdown of consultancy fees by deliverable

    • Estimated travel costs, per diem, communication, and other expenses

    • Daily rate must be provided as justification

Note: The consultant will be responsible for their own tax and health insurance compliance.

UNICEF Values and Safeguarding

At UNICEF, we are guided by our core values: Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS).

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage individuals with disabilities and from underrepresented communities to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be made where necessary.

UNICEF maintains zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, and any form of misconduct.

Important Notes

  • Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

  • This consultancy does not confer UNICEF staff status.

  • Consultants working on-site must meet all COVID-19 vaccination requirements in line with WHO standards.

Apply Now

Submit Your Application via UNICEF Zimbabwe Portal

Advertised: 07 July 2025 (South Africa Standard Time)

Closes: 17 July 2025 (South Africa Standard Time)

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