Project Consultant for the elaboration of educational materials on the BWC

Overview

Elaboration of dedicated educational materials about the BWC for university students, with a minimum of six lesson plans to be translated into six official UN languages.

Tasks Summary

• Carry out a mapping exercise to review the incorporation of the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) and biosecurity topics into existing courses or curricula.
• Liaise and consult with an informal advisory group of universities, think-tanks, training centres, educators, and course organizers.
• Prepare course content based on a consolidated course outline.
• Elaborate all required documentation, such as course materials, presentations, scripts, assignments, and supportive documents.
• Support the promotion of published educational materials with interested stakeholders.
• Coordinate for materials to be available on the UNODA Disarmament Education Website.

Experience Requirements

• Six years of teaching experience in an academic setting.

Qualification Requirements

• Master's degree in natural sciences, such as biology, or social sciences, such as Political Science, International Relations, or a related field is required.

Other Details

Languages Required: • Fluency in written/oral English is required.

Languages Preferred: • Fluency in another UN official language would be desirable.

Contract Duration: 6 months

Work Modality: Remote

Remuneration: