Consultant: Education Specialist
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in FSM is implementing the "Safer Schools, Stronger Shelters" project, partnering with national and state governments. This project strengthens climate adaptation and disaster risk reduction through the education sector and community preparedness. The consultancy focuses on integrating Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) into the FSM education system, supporting curriculum development and teacher capacity building.
Job Purpose
This consultancy aims to mainstream Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) into the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) education system. The role will support the development of an Action Plan, review and create learning materials, and build teacher capacity. The consultant will assess existing curricula, identify integration points for resilience themes, and develop resources. The ultimate goal is to equip students with knowledge and skills for disaster preparedness, climate resilience, environmental stewardship, and sustainable development, ensuring recommendations are evidence-based and contextually relevant.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments of existing DRR/CCA education policies, curricula, and materials. Review and adapt educational resources, identifying gaps and opportunities for integration into the primary school curriculum. Facilitate stakeholder consultations and validation workshops at national and state levels. Lead the development of an evidence-based Action Plan for mainstreaming DRR/CCA. Develop recommendations for curriculum integration, teacher training, and resource development, ensuring materials are age-appropriate, culturally relevant, and inclusive. Support the design and delivery of Training of Trainers (ToT) packages and teacher training workshops. Prepare regular reports and present findings to stakeholders.
Work Experience
Demonstrated experience in curriculum development or education sector programming is essential. Experience in Climate Change Adaptation (CCA), Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), environmental education, or resilience programming is required. Experience facilitating multi-stakeholder consultations and working with government institutions and education authorities is also necessary. Experience in the Pacific region or small island developing states is highly desirable.
Skills
Curriculum Development, Education Sector Programming, Climate Change Adaptation (CCA), Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Environmental Education, Resilience Programming, Stakeholder Consultation, Workshop Facilitation, Government Liaison, Pacific Region Experience (Desirable), Indigenous Knowledge Systems (Advantageous), Community-Based Approaches (Advantageous), Fluency in English.