National Consultant for Developing a Technical Module and Delivering Training on Climate Change Media Reporting

About UNICEF

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job - it is a calling.

How can you make a difference?

Under the direct supervision of the Advocacy & Communication Specialist and in close collaboration with SECOMS, the Consultant will be responsible for designing, developing and delivering a comprehensive technical training module on climate change reporting for media professionals, with a specific focus on climate-smart solutions under the C3SI initiative.

Work Assignment

• Develop a technical module on Climate Change reporting
• Deliver 2 x 1.5-day training workshops to media on Climate change reporting

Deliverables

Deliverable 1:

• Inception report and work plan
• Comprehensive training curriculum and module framework
• Complete training package (manual, presentations, tools)

Deliverable 2:

• Facilitated training workshops
• Final training and evaluation report
• Sustainability and capacity-building recommendations

Qualifications

Education:

• Master's degree in Journalism, Communication, Environmental Studies, Climate Science, Development Studies, Public Policy or a related field

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in:
  • Climate change, environmental journalism, or climate advocacy
  • Designing and delivering training programmes
  • Developing technical training modules and materials
• Strong expertise in climate change, climate adaptation, and resilience programming
• Working with international organizations, UN agencies, NGOs, or development partners
• Strong analytical, writing, and editing abilities
• Prior experience in Timor-Leste or the Asia-Pacific region is desirable

Languages:

• Fluency in English is required
• Working knowledge of Tetum and/or Portuguese is an asset

How to apply

Please apply online through the UNICEF careers portal: Apply now

Application deadline: 04 May 2026

For more information, contact UNICEF Timor-Leste HR at: [email protected]