Overview
Recruit a dedicated consultant to develop a national climate change adaptation plan for the education sector in Solomon Islands, aligning with the National Education Action Plan.
Key Responsibilities
- Inception Planning
- Literature Review and Context Analysis
- Climate Risk Analysis
- Stakeholder Consultations at National and Provincial Levels
- Development of the National Education Sector Adaptation Plan and Validation Processes
- Communication and Knowledge Products
Required Experience
- At least 8 years of experience in developing national climate change adaptation plans or climate strategies.
- Demonstrated experience in integrating child rights, gender equality, and/or social inclusion into climate or development policy frameworks.
- Experience conducting climate risk and impact assessments, particularly with social social-sensitive lenses.
- Experience working with or supporting government-led planning processes, ideally in collaboration with education, climate and WASH.
- Experience in facilitating multi-stakeholder consultations, including with adolescents and youth, is highly desirable.
- Experience working in developing countries, preferably in the Pacific Islands or similar contexts
- Previous experience working with UNICEF or a UN system agency is an asset.
Qualifications
Advanced (Master's) university degree in development studies, social sciences, public policy, public health, or a related field.