Terms of Reference
Date Issued: 20 May 2021
Functional Title: International Consultant – Curriculum Specialist
Organizational unit: UNESCO Myanmar Project Office
Duty Station: Yangon, Myanmar
Duration of the contract: 1 July 2021 to 30 December 2021
Application deadline: 04 June 2021
I. Background:
UNESCO Myanmar is seeking to recruit an international consultant to support the development of teaching and learning materials for teacher development.
II. Work Assignment:
Under the overall authority of the Director of the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Asia and Pacific Regional Bureau for Education, the direct supervision of Head of Project Office in Myanmar, and in close collaboration with the STEM project team, the Individual Specialist will provide critical input to the curriculum development process through performing the following tasks:
· Ensure the drafts of the textbooks and educator guides are of good quality, relevant to the Myanmar context and in line with international standards in close collaboration with a team of international and national experts through the organization of workshops and subject group meetings;
· Provide technical comments and critical advice to stakeholders on the textbooks and educator guides, including but not limited to the proposed learning activities and assessment methods, ensuring vertical and horizontal alignment and quality, as well as integration of inclusive education content and approaches across the subjects;
· Revise and finalise subject syllabi reflecting any changes in the drafts of the textbooks and educator guides;
· Provide technical guidance on and monitor the implementation of the piloting of the materials developed together with the project team and other international and national experts;
· Support the coordination of the translation, copy-editing/proofreading and layout design of the textbooks and educator guides, together with the project team and other contractors;
· Contribute to the design, development and delivery of necessary professional development modules based on the developed teaching and learning materials; and
· Provide timely advice to the project team to ensure the planning, development and implementation process is as effective, efficient and inclusive as possible.
III. Deliverables and Timeline:
Monthly progress reports on the achievements and challenges encountered in delivering the outputs related to the work assignment by the end of each month between July and November 2021.
A final report summarizing the activities carried out, achievements, challenges and lessons learnt over the contract period to be completed by the end of December 2021.
A mission report, indicating the purpose of the mission, main activities including what was done during the mission, persons met and main points discussed, outcomes of the mission and follow up action points, is required to be submitted within two weeks after the end of each mission.
IV. Location and travel:
The Individual Specialist will be based in UNESCO Myanmar Project Office in Yangon, if the situation allows.
The Individual Specialist will be provided with a round-trip economy class air ticket between his/her place of origin and the duty station Yangon, Myanmar, in addition to the terminal fares as per UNESCO rules and regulations.
During the contract period, the Individual Specialist's necessary visa and stay permit fees will be reimbursed by UNESCO.
The Individual Specialist is responsible for obtaining UNDSS security clearance prior to each approved mission.
V. Fees:
· Senior level international consultant;
· The lump sum is established on the basis of a daily rate based on UNESCO rules and regulations and depending on qualifications; and
· Travel costs for missions undertaken within the context of the assignment will be reimbursed as per UNESCO rules and regulations.
VI. Required Qualifications for Specialized Knowledge/Experience:
Education and experience:
· At least Master’s degree with specialization in education, international development or a related field;
· At least ten years of experience in the field of education development, preferably relating to curriculum development, inclusive education, assessment, teaching and/or educational research. Previous experience in teacher education reforms, preferably at the international level, would be desirable; and
· Good knowledge of the Myanmar country context would be desirable.
Skills and competencies:
· Proven research and analytical skills; excellent organizational skills; proficiency in using common office ICT productivity tools; ability to work independently on delegated tasks and collaboratively in a multi-cultural environment; excellent communication skills; and excellent writing and speaking skills in English.
How to apply:
Interested applicants are invited to submit in writing to the UNESCO Myanmar Project Office:
a) A cover letter (in English) and clearly referencing “International Consultant – Curriculum Specialist”, indicating how your qualifications and experience make you suitable for the assignment, and the methodology and approach(es) to be adopted to carry out the assignment;
b) The expected consultancy fee;
c) An up-to-date CV, with contact details including telephone numbers and email address;
d) The contact details of three referees; and
e) A writing sample.
UNESCO places great emphasis on ensuring that the objectives of the work assignment, as described in the Terms of Reference, are met. Accordingly, in evaluating the proposals for the assignment, attention will focus first and foremost on the technical elements. From those proposals deemed suitable in terms of the criteria in the Terms of Reference, UNESCO shall select the proposal that offers the Organisation best value for money.
Your application should reach yangon@unesco.org by email (please mention “International Consultant: Curriculum Specialist” in email subject line) no later than 17:00 Hours Yangon time, GMT +6:30, on 04 June 2021.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.