National Consultant to Support the Methodology of Teaching Tajik Language Course
Organizational Context
UNICEF operates in over 190 countries and territories, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them fulfill their potential from early childhood through adolescence. We are committed, passionate, and proud of our work, viewing the promotion of every child's rights not just as a job, but as a calling.
Job Purpose
The National Consultant will provide specialized technical support for the piloting, monitoring, refinement, and institutionalization of the competency-based Tajik Language methodology course for pre-service teacher training. This role focuses directly on the subject-matter content of the Tajik Language course, involving the review of pilot evidence, offering technical guidance to faculty, and revising course modules in collaboration with national expert teams. The consultant will work under the direct supervision of the UNICEF Education Specialist and in close coordination with key educational institutions and government departments.
Responsibilities
Provide dedicated technical support for the piloting, monitoring, refinement, and institutionalization of the competency-based Tajik Language methodology course for pre-service teacher training. Review pilot evidence and provide technical guidance to faculty involved in the course. Revise the Tajik Language methodology course modules in collaboration with RTMC national expert teams. Work closely with the Republican Teacher Methodological Centre (RTMC), the Republican In-Service Teacher Training Institute (RITTI), the MoES department responsible for higher and pedagogical education, focal points from pilot universities, the international TA Group, and UNICEF technical staff. Ensure the course aligns with competency-based education principles and active learning strategies. Prepare teachers and university faculty to conduct course activities through practice-oriented training, microteaching, and facilitation. Utilize Moodle or a comparable LMS for course localization and support. Prepare technical reports for UNICEF and government counterparts, providing verifiable samples of relevant work such as course units, syllabi, translated materials, or training scenarios.
Work Experience
At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in Tajik language education, including practical school-level teaching or methodological support. Experience in teacher preparation, curriculum, or methodology development under competency-based education reform is required. Demonstrated experience working directly with higher education institutions and university faculty is essential.
Skills
Competency-based education, Active and game-based learning in Tajik Language education, Literacy development, Teaching and learning materials development, Teacher and faculty training, Moodle/LMS utilization, Coordination, Facilitation, Analytical and conceptual thinking, Stakeholder engagement, Technical report writing, Communication