Climate Education Expert

Job Description

Project Description

The purpose of this UNICEF-funded institutional consultancy is to strengthen Rwanda’s youth green skills ecosystem by advancing climate education and building strategic partnerships. Specifically, the consultancy will conduct a comprehensive desk review mapping of key actors in climate change programming and the green skills development ecosystem for youth in Rwanda, with a focus on identifying innovative initiatives and promising practices for adaption. Through a series of consultations, workshops and the use of Human Centered Approaches (HCD), the consultancy aims to generate insights that will inform the design and validate content for a training module on climate education and green skills; and deliver capacity-building training for master trainers to cascade to youth in the Not in Education, Employment, or Training (NEET) category, especially targeting women and girls. The consultancy will also generate practical tools, enhance collaboration and coordination, and foster partnerships with relevant organizations, potential coaches and mentors-particularly leaders of green businesses and startups- to support youth through mentorship and exposure to opportunities in Rwanda and beyond doing so, it will equip young people with the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to participate meaningfully in Rwanda’s green transition, which is integral to the Second National Strategy for Transformation (NST2) 2024-2029 and aligned to Rwanda’s Vision 2050.

Position Description

Education Development Center (EDC) is seeking a Climate Education Expert to lead the technical design, adaptation, and delivery of climate change education content within the broader framework of the youth green skills strengthening initiative. The expert will ensure that the curriculum and training materials are evidence-based, youth-friendly, gender-responsive, and aligned with Rwanda’s national climate and education strategies.

Candidates shall have at a minimum the following qualifications:

Education:

Master’s degree in Climate Science, Meteorology, Environment Conservation, or similar areas such as social sciences with at least 3 years of experience OR a bachelor’s degree in the same fields with at least 5 years of experience.

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in climate education, environmental awareness programs, or curriculum development.
• Demonstrated experience working with youth, education institutions, or community-based environmental projects.
• Experience developing or delivering training materials using participatory or HCD approaches.
• Proven track record of collaboration with government ministries (e.g., Ministry of Education, Ministry of Youth and Arts) and international development partners.
• Experience working in gender-transformative and inclusive education programming.
• Strong technical understanding of climate change adaptation, mitigation, and sustainability frameworks.
• Excellent facilitation, training, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Rwanda’s policy frameworks on environment, education, and youth employment.

Language:

English and Kinyarwanda are required.

EDC is a smoke-free workplace.

This position is contingent upon award by the donor. The duration of this assignment is 6 months.

About the Organization

EDC is one of the world’s leading nonprofit research and development firms. Established in 1958, EDC designs, delivers and evaluates innovative programs to address some of the world’s most urgent challenges in education, health, and economic opportunity. Our services include research, training, educational materials, and strategy, with activities ranging from seed projects to large-scale national and international initiatives.