International Consultancy for development of climate change module for social workers Cambodia, Phnom Penh (Remote with travel)

Organizational Context

UNICEF operates in over 190 countries, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them reach their full potential. We are committed to our mission, offering diverse opportunities for professional and personal growth in a passionate and inclusive culture.

Job Purpose

This consultancy aims to develop a climate change module for social workers in Cambodia, integrating climate-resilient child protection competencies into the existing social service workforce curriculum. The goal is to institutionalize these skills, enhancing the capacity of social workers to address climate-related risks, support vulnerable children and families during climate-related emergencies, and ensure child protection is central to climate action and disaster response efforts. This initiative aligns with Cambodia's national climate resilience agenda and the ASEAN Regional Guidance, strengthening the social service workforce's role in disaster risk reduction and climate adaptation.

Responsibilities

Develop a comprehensive climate change module for social workers, aligning with national and regional frameworks such as the ASEAN Regional Guidance and Cambodia's NDC 3.0. Integrate child protection considerations within climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction strategies. Contextualize the module to Cambodia's specific climate vulnerabilities and social service landscape. Design training materials and methodologies suitable for both pre-service and in-service social worker training. Collaborate with the National Institute of Social Affairs (NISA) and other relevant stakeholders to ensure the module's relevance and applicability. Support the pilot testing of the module and incorporate feedback for refinement. Facilitate the institutionalization of climate-resilient social work competencies within the national social service workforce development system. Ensure the module addresses the disproportionate impact of climate change on vulnerable children and families. Contribute to strengthening the overall resilience of child protection systems in Cambodia.

Work Experience

Minimum of 8 years of proven experience in writing, editing, and policy analysis, including research reports and funding proposals. Experience in developing training modules or curricula is highly desirable.

Skills

Climate Change Adaptation, Child Protection, Social Work, Curriculum Development, Policy Analysis, Training Design, Disaster Risk Reduction, Stakeholder Engagement, Report Writing, Project Management, Research, Cambodian Context

Explore related opportunities