Job Title: Capacity Building Consultant
Organization: United Nations University (UNU)
Duty Station: Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala
Lumpur, Malaysia
Salary: $1 - $500
Job description
About UN University (UNU)
The United Nations University (UNU) is an international
community of scholars engaged in policy-oriented research, capacity development
and dissemination of knowledge, furthering the purposes and principles of the
Charter of the United Nations. UNU’s mission is to contribute, through research
and capacity building, to efforts to resolve the pressing global problems that
are the concern of the United Nations and its Member States.
For the past four decades, United Nations University (UNU)
has been a go-to think tank for impartial research on human survival, conflict
prevention, sustainable development and welfare. With more than 400 researchers
in 12 countries, UNU’s work spans the 17 Sustainable Development Goals,
generating policy-relevant knowledge to effect positive global change. UNU
maintains more than 200 collaborations with UN agencies and leading
universities and research institutions across the globe.
About Institute (UNU-IIGH)
UNU International Institute for Global Health (UNU-IIGH),
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is the designated UN think tank on global health,
serving as a policy translation hub for UN member states, agencies and
programmes. It was established by a statute adopted by the Council of the
United Nations University in December 2005.
The Institute generates policy-relevant analysis by applying
a gender lens to inform the development, implementation and evaluation of
health programmes. UNU-IIGH also supports the capacity development of local
decision-makers and stakeholders to engage effectively with global health
challenges within the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Background
The United Nations University International Institute for
Global Health (UNU IIGH) is seeking an experienced individual consultant or a
consultancy firm to collaborate on the design of a Massive Online Open Course
(MOOC) focused on Ethics and Equity in Global Health. The aim of
the course is to train and engage health policy managers, government
officers, UN agencies, and individuals involved in global health program
implementation. The MOOC will consist of approximately five lectures, each
lasting 60-90 minutes.
Roles and responsibilities
The consultant will work closely with UNU IIGH and subject
experts to develop the MOOC sessions, with a primary focus on curriculum design
and content creation. Additionally, the consultant will contribute to
identifying experts and implementers to be featured in the course. While video
production will be outsourced, the consultant will curate interviews and record
lectures to:
- Develop
the MOOC curriculum, including a concept note and course syllabus;
- Create
lecture scripts, slides, interview questions, references, and
evaluation/quizzes;
- Assist
in identifying and engaging subject matter experts and implementers to be
featured in the MOOC;
- Curate
interviews, including preparing interview guides, conducting analysis, and
selecting relevant clips;
- Provide
ongoing support and guidance throughout the course development process;
- Delivering
the lectures to be recorded.
Expected Deliverables and Timeline
Deliverables
- Concept
note and course syllabus with clear objectives, learning outcomes,
learning strategies, and a summary of MOOC sessions
- Lecture
scripts, slides, interview questions, references, evaluation/quizzes for
all sessions
- Curated
interviews, including interview guides, interview analysis, and relevant
clips
- Recording
of lectures
Timeline
Content creation and curation: July to September 2023
Production: October to December 2023
Competencies
Values:
- Inclusion —
take action to create an environment of dignity and respect for all,
regardless of age, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender
identity, gender expression, geography, grade, language, nationality,
racial identity, religion, sex, sex characteristics, sexual orientation,
social origin or any other aspect of identity
- Integrity —
act ethically, demonstrating the standards of conduct of the United
Nations and taking prompt action in case of witnessing unprofessional or
unethical behaviour, or any other breach of UN standards
- Humility
— demonstrate self-awareness and willingness to learn from others
- Humanity —
act according to the purposes of the United Nations: peace, dignity and
equality on a healthy planet
Behaviours:
- Connect
and collaborate — build positive relationships with others to
advance the work of the United Nations and work coherently as One UN
- Analyse
and plan — seek out and use data from a wide range of sources to
understand problems, inform decision-making, propose evidence-based
solutions and plan action
- Deliver
results with positive impact — hold oneself and others
accountable for delivering results and making a positive difference to the
people and causes that the United Nations serves
- Learn
and develop — pursue own learning and development and contribute
to the learning and development of others
- Adapt
and innovate — demonstrate flexibility, agility and the ability
to think and act in novel ways
Qualifications
Requirements
- Demonstrated
experience in curriculum design and content creation in the field of human
rights, ethics and equity in global health;
- Strong
organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail to ensure the
successful delivery of the MOOC;
- Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with
experts and implementers;
- Proficiency
in curating interviews and recording lectures to maintain the course's
high standards;
- Ability
to work independently, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing project
requirements;
- Familiarity
with online learning platforms and previous experience in MOOCs
development is highly desirable; and
- Full
professional working proficiency/native or bilingual proficiency in
English
Remuneration and Duration of Contract
Remuneration will be based on standard UN rates and the
applicant's level of experience and expertise. However, UNU-IIGH is not liable
for any taxes that may be levied on the remuneration you receive under this
contract. Payment of any such taxes remains the sole responsibility of the
successful applicant. The duration of the contract is from July 2023 to
December 2023 (or total 6 months)
Application Process
Interested individuals or consultancy firms are invited to
submit the following documents:
- Updated
curriculum vitae (CV) or company profile highlighting relevant experience
and qualifications.
- A
cover letter expressing interest in the position and outlining how your
skills align with the responsibilities and deliverables.
- Samples
or a portfolio showcasing previous work; related to curriculum design and
MOOC development.
Shortlisted candidates or firms will be contacted for an
interview.
Note: This is a remote/online consultancy
opportunity.
How to Apply:
To apply to UNU, you will not need an account. Instead, we
ask that you:
- Apply
via the apply link;
- fill
out the UNU P11 form (please avoid using similar forms provided by other
United Nations organisations);
- provide
a motivation statement (in the P11 form); and
- answer
a few questions that are tailored to the position.
You may wish to refer to the UN Values and Behaviours Framework for more information.
Application Deadline: 12 July 2023
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified applicants may include an assessment
exercise in which a presentation, a competency-based interview, background
checks and references may follow.
Special Notice
Consultants do not hold international civil servant status,
nor are they considered a “staff member” as defined in the United Nations
Staff Rules and Regulations. UNU is committed to diversity and inclusion
within its workforce and encourages all candidates, irrespective of
gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living
with disabilities, to apply. Applications from developing countries and
from women are strongly encouraged. UNU has a zero-tolerance policy on
conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United
Nations and UNU, including sexual exploitation and abuse,
sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.
Information about UNU rosters
UNU reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy
announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates
applying to this post for other similar positions with UNU at the same
grade level and with similar job descriptions, experience and educational
requirements.
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