The role involves revising Vocational Education and Training (VET) curricula to integrate green economy principles and developing capacity-building programs for VET teachers.
At least 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in green economy, sustainable development, or environmental policy, combined with practical engagement with education or workforce development is required. Experience in curriculum development or revision, preferably within VET or technical education contexts (at least two assignments) is required. Prior experience in designing and delivering training programmes for educators, practitioners, or technical staff on green economy or sustainability topics is an asset. Experience engaging with VET institutions, Ministries of Education, or national qualification bodies in Moldova or comparable countries is an asset. Experience producing high-quality technical reports, curriculum documents, training packages, or policy guidance in both Romanian and at least one other language is an asset. Experience working with or for international organizations, development programmes, or EU-funded projects is an asset.
Master’s degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Ecology, or Sustainable Development Education, Curriculum Development, or Pedagogy, Economics with specialization in Green/Circular Economy or Sustainable Development, Agronomy, Energy Engineering, or another sector discipline relevant to green vocational training or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. An additional qualification or certified training in at least one of the following is considered a strong asset: Curriculum design and development for VET or competency-based education, Green economy, environmental management, or sustainability certifications (e.g., ISO, ESCO, EU Taxonomy-related training), Teacher training methodology or adult learning facilitation.
