National Consultant for School of TLM Authors, Phase II - IsDB/GPE/OFID Project ,Education Section, 11 months, Dushanbe, Tajikistan, Home based

Organizational Context

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Job Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to provide ongoing technical support to the Ministry of Education and Science (MoES) and its affiliated institutions for the development, finalization, and institutionalization of Competency-Based Education (CBE) Teaching and Learning Materials (TLMs) under Component 2 of the IsDB/GPE/OFID Project (Phase II). Building on the CBE TLM framework and author capacity established in Year 1, the consultant will convert these foundations into a finalized, validated, and field-tested set of CBE-aligned TLM lessons. This includes developing the normative and quality-assurance mechanisms required to sustain their development, production, and distribution at scale, ensuring alignment with the National Curriculum Framework and revised State Standard.

Responsibilities

The consultant will finalize the CBE Teaching and Learning Materials (TLM) Framework/Concept, aligned with the National Curriculum Framework, to guide the design, content, and quality assurance of CBE-aligned TLMs across subjects and grades. They will finalize and prepare for piloting a validated set of CBE-aligned TLMs, including student workbooks, textbooks, teacher guides, curricula, and classroom assessment resources, fully translated into Tajik. The consultant will also strengthen the national capacity of TLM authors and specialists through a structured, institutionally endorsed capacity-building program and the establishment of a sustainable School of CBE TLM Authors. Additionally, they will revise normative documents governing TLM development, evaluation, printing, and distribution to integrate CBE principles, ensuring a sustainable basis for production and distribution. Finally, the consultant will secure MoES endorsement and institutionalization of the CBE TLM Framework and revised normative documents through the LEG and MoES review board, supported by evidence packages and progress reporting.

Work Experience

At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in education, teacher training, and/or lifelong learning at policy, management, and operational levels. Previous experience in current education reform is an asset.

Skills

Curriculum and TLM development and revision (CBE principles), Developing student-centred materials, Critical thinking and problem-solving promotion, Inclusivity and diverse learning needs, Technical writing and content development, Analytical and conceptual thinking, Mentoring and capacity building of authors, Working with national counterparts, Excellent writing, communication, editorial, and presentation skills, Ability to deliver under tight deadlines, Familiarity with teacher training and competency-based approaches, Experience with technology, blended learning, or inclusive education

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