Climate Education Specialist
Organizational Context
The UNOPS Global Portfolios Office (GPO) supports sustainable development and climate action globally. The Water, Environment and Climate (WEC) portfolio, part of GPO, manages significant funds for environmental and climate initiatives. The NDC Partnership, jointly hosted by UNOPS, WRI, and UNFCCC, strengthens global climate action and country-level implementation of climate commitments.
Job Purpose
This role provides specialized technical support to the Government of The Bahamas, specifically the Climate Change and Environmental Advisory Unit and the Ministry of Education. The primary purpose is to design and implement the integration of climate change education into the national education system. This involves enhancing curriculum, building teacher capacity, and strengthening institutional systems to foster climate literacy and support national climate goals, ultimately contributing to a more climate-resilient society.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include conducting initial project planning and developing an inception report, involving stakeholder consultations and risk assessment. A comprehensive assessment of the national curriculum, teacher readiness, and existing resources will be performed to identify gaps and needs. The specialist will provide technical support for embedding climate change education across various subjects, developing frameworks, learning progressions, and teacher guides. This includes capacity building, institutional strengthening, and fostering partnerships among educational institutions, government bodies, and civil society. Development of communication resources, establishment of a monitoring framework, and providing advisory support to relevant government units are also crucial. Regular reporting and knowledge management are required.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of experience in the public or private sector, focusing on education, climate change, or project management, is required. Experience in developing and implementing climate and education-related initiatives, along with knowledge of national policy frameworks, is essential. Experience in curriculum development, teacher professional development, and partnership building is desirable.
Skills
Climate Change, Curriculum Development, Education, Education Reform, Educational Consulting, Environmental Education, Partnerships, Policy Analysis, Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement.