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Purpose of Activity/Assignment

To develop materials and train University teachers on Introductory Modules on Climate Resilience, Green Transition, and DRR

Scope of Work:
1. Background
Universities are increasingly expected to integrate cross-cutting topics such as climate resilience, green transition, and disaster risk reduction (DRR) across disciplines. There is a particular need to equip non-specialist students, including those studying social work and teacher education, with foundational knowledge and practical understanding of these themes.
This assignment aims to build the capacity of university lecturers to deliver introductory-level content that is accessible, relevant, and applicable to students without prior background in environmental or climate sciences.

2. Objective of the Assignment
The overall objective is to:
Develop and deliver a short training programme for university lecturers, practice placement teachers and students that equips them to introduce basic concepts of climate resilience, green transition, and DRR into their teaching practice.

3. Scope of Work
The consultant/trainer will:
A.
Design Training Materials
Develop a set of introductory training modules suitable for non-specialist lecturers, practice placement teachers, and students. The materials should:
•            Present concepts in a simple, practical, and accessible manner
•            Be tailored to social sciences and education contexts
•            Reflect the local and regional context
Indicative Topics (minimum requirements)
1. Introduction to Climate Change and Climate Resilience
•            Key concepts: climate change, carbon footprint (including consumerism, food consumption, and digital activities), climate risks, vulnerability, resilience, and greening practices
•            Practical actions: energy and water saving, waste management, recycling
•            Everyday implications for individuals and communities
2. Green Transition
•            Sustainable practices in daily life and institutional settings
•            Roles and responsibilities of individuals, schools, and communities
3. Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
•            Basic concepts: hazards, risks, vulnerability, and preparedness
•            Roles of teachers and social workers in emergency contexts
4. Application in Professional Contexts
•            Integration into teaching practice (for future teachers), including learning-through-play approaches
•            Community engagement approaches (for social workers)

B. Develop Training Package
The trainer will prepare:
•            Slide presentations (PowerPoint or equivalent)
•            Facilitator guide
•            Handouts and reading materials

C. Deliver Training
Conduct a 5-session training programme, structured as follows:
•            Duration: Approximately 5 half-day sessions
•            Timeline: Delivered over one month
•            Format: Interactive and participatory
Training approach should:
•            Use adult learning principles
•            Encourage discussion and practical application
•            Include examples relevant to education and social services
•            Support lecturers and practice placement teachers in adapting content for their own classes and practice learning.

D. Provide Guidance for Integration
Support participants in:
•            Identifying entry points in existing curricula
•            Adapting materials for different student groups
•            Delivering short introductory sessions independently

4. Deliverables
The consultant will provide:
1.           Training Curriculum/Outline
2.           Complete Training Materials Package
o            Slides
o            Facilitator guide
o            Participant materials
3.           Delivery of 5 Training Sessions
4.           Brief Final Report, including:
o            Summary of activities
o            Participant feedback (if available)
o            Recommendations for future implementation

5. Duration and Timeline
•            Total duration: Approximately 2.5 months (part-time)
•            Training delivery: 5 half-day sessions over one month
•            Preparatory work and material development included in overall timeline

6. Reporting and Coordination
The consultant will:
•            Work closely with the designated focal point (the UNICEF focal point and university project coordinator)
•            Submit deliverables for review and feedback
•            Adjust materials and approach based on inputs

Work Assignment Overview

Deliverable 1: Design Training/Curriculum Materials

Develop a set of introductory training modules suitable for non-specialist lecturers, practice placement teachers, and students. The materials should:

Present concepts in a simple, practical, and accessible manner.
Be tailored to social sciences and education contexts.
Reflect the local and regional context.

Indicative Topics (minimum requirements):

1. Introduction to Climate Change and Climate Resilience

Key concepts: climate change, carbon footprint (including consumerism, food consumption, and digital activities), climate risks, vulnerability, resilience, and greening practices.
Practical actions: energy and water saving, waste management, recycling.
Everyday implications for individuals and communities.

2. Green Transition

Sustainable practices in daily life and institutional settings.
Roles and responsibilities of individuals, schools, and communities.

3. Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)

Basic concepts: hazards, risks, vulnerability, and preparedness.
Roles of teachers and social workers in emergency contexts.

4. Application in Professional Contexts

Integration into teaching practice (for future teachers), including learning-through-play approaches.
Community engagement approaches (for social workers).

Deliverable/Output: Training Curriculum/Outline

Delivery Deadline: 1 September 2026

Input Days: 18

Deliverable 2: Complete Training Materials Package

The trainer will prepare a training package including:

Slide presentations (PowerPoint or equivalent).
Facilitator guide.
Handouts and reading materials.

Deliverable/Output: Complete Training Materials Package

Delivery Deadline: 25 September 2026

Input Days: 10

Deliverable 3: Delivery of Training

Conduct a five-session training programme, structured as follows:

Duration: Approximately five half-day sessions.
Timeline: Delivered over one month.
Format: Interactive and participatory.

The training approach should:

Use adult learning principles.
Encourage discussion and practical application.
Include examples relevant to education and social services.
Support lecturers and practice placement teachers in adapting content for their own classes and practice learning.

Deliverable/Output: Delivery of 5 Training Sessions

Delivery Deadline: 9 October 2026

Input Days: 5

Deliverable 4: Final Report

Submit a final report describing project goals, implementation milestones, and achieved results, including all deliverable materials as attachments.

Deliverable/Output: Brief Final Report

Delivery Deadline: 16 October 2026

Input Days: 2

Duration: 25 July – 16 October 2026

Duty Station: Home-based

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum requirements:

Education:
At least a Bachelor's degree in Climate Science, Environmental Studies, Ecology, Disaster Risk Management, or a related field.

Work Experience:
Proven experience in climate change, DRR, or sustainability
Good understanding of vulnerabilities to climate change coupled with knowledge of the local context.

Language Requirements:

Georgian, English

Knowledge/Expertise/Skills:
Ability to simplify technical concepts for non-special audiences
Experience in training or capacity building, preferably in higher education
Strong facilitation and communication skills

Desirables:
Experience working with teachers, social workers, or similar professions (an asset)

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact

(4) Innovates and embraces change

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(6) Thinks and acts strategically

(7) Works collaboratively with others

[add the 8^th competency (Nurtures, leads and manages people) for a supervisory role].

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

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Remarks:

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National Consultant: Capacity Building for University Teachers on Climate Resilience, Green Transition, and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Tbilisi, Georgia.