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The UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok (UNESCO Bangkok) seeks the services of an institution/organization to develop or adapt a training package on Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) for teachers and school heads of learners with physical disabilities in Southeast Asia; deliver the training package among teachers and school heads in two pilot countries; develop a pilot methodology and tools for assessing the effectiveness of the training; and finalize the training package based on the findings of the country pilots. Key technical outputs of the consultancy will include: 

(1) A training package for in-person delivery, comprising the training module, training agenda, and workshop materials (e.g. PowerPoint presentations, handouts); and 

(2) a methodology and tools for gathering feedback from teachers and school heads trained through the package during the pilot phase in two countries.

The UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok (UNESCO Bangkok), as part of its programme of work on quality, inclusive education has been working towards disability-inclusive comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) by prioritizing teachers’ capacity building and support needs for teaching CSE to learners with disabilities. As follow-up to research recommendations highlighted in its 2022 report, , teachers of learners with disabilities should be provided with training to respond to learners’ CSE needs to ensure that all learners benefit from quality, disability-inclusive CSE teaching and learning that takes place in safe, equitable and enabling learning environments.

In this context, the UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok (UNESCO Bangkok), in collaboration with the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) Secretariat and its specialised centre, the SEAMEO Regional Centre for Special Educational Needs (SEAMEO SEN), will support the development of a CSE training package for teachers of learners with physical, visual and hearing disabilities in the age range 9 to 12 years old. This includes the drafting, pilot implementation, refinement, and finalization of the training package for its official launch at the end of the project in early 2026. The training package will comprise: a training module, training agenda and training workshop materials (PPTs, handouts etc); and methodology and tools for capturing feedback from the teachers and school heads who have been trained using the training package, and the students they have reached, during pilot testing in two countries.

The specific objectives of the partnership with SEAMEO Secretariat and SEAMEO SEN for enhancing educator capacity for disability-inclusive CSE, are to:

•    Develop a specialized Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) module with a focus on enhancing teachers and school administrators' understanding of the rationale, purpose, key concepts, and relevant topic areas of CSE, specifically emphasizing its significance for learners with disabilities;

•     Enhance the understanding of school teachers, school administrators and caregivers in adapting CSE for learners with disabilities through an inclusive and supportive environment within and beyond the school settings;

•    Harmonize key intervention principles, practices and strategies inputs from relevant stakeholders that can be adapted and applied to various situations, educational settings and diverse range of learners, including those with and without disabilities;

•     Assist understanding and encourage support from caregivers through the availability of reference materials.

In-person training workshops using the draft training package will target approximately 30 teachers and school heads of learners with disabilities from each of two pilot implementation countries (the Philippines and Malaysia, TBC). The pilot implementation of the training package will be carried out in these two countries for a minimum duration of three months (provisionally September to November 2025).

To co-create with SEAMEO SEN team for designing/adapting a training package on CSE for teachers of learners with disabilities, co-deliver the training workshop and support the pilot test of the training application, UNESCO Bangkok seeks the services of a suitably experienced and qualified Contractor.

Under the overall authority of the Regional Director, UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok, the guidance of the Chief of Education Section, and the direct supervision of the Regional Advisor on Education for Health and Well-being, the Contractor shall collaborate with SEAMEO SEN team to: design/adapt a training package on CSE for teachers of learners with disabilities; design and then co-deliver with SEAMEO SEN team a training workshop in each of the pilot test countries among a cohort of teachers and school heads; lead the design of, provide inputs to the monitoring of the pilot test; and revise and finalize the training package after the pilot implementation. The Contractor is required to work closely with the SEAMEO SEN throughout the process. The coordinated tasks and deliverables of the Contractor and SEAMEO SEN can be found in.

The Contractor in collaboration with the SEAMEO SEN team, and as coordinated by UNESCO Bangkok in consultation with SEAMEO Secretariat, shall specifically perform the following tasks:

1.     Before the trainings, pilot testing and associated activities: 

i. Review the existing desk review references, draft training module outline and content areas already developed by SEAMEO SEN team, in order to build upon and integrate these, where appropriate, into a revised module outline. Supplement the desk review with additional reference material, as necessary;

ii. Participate in an online introductory call with SEAMEO SEN, SEAMEO Secretariat and UNESCO Bangkok to become oriented to the full scope of the project, and reconfirm its objectives and the coordinated tasks of both the Contractor and SEAMEO SEN;

iii. Review and revise, as appropriate, an approach to the scope of work for the consultancy and its key technical outputs, based on the outcomes of the supplementary desk review and introductory call;

iv. Draft an outline of the training module, highlighting the scope and sequence of its contents, the targeted competencies of the module’s trainees, the learning activities and learning support materials (e.g. videos, reading materials, etc.); 

v. Draft the full narrative content of the CSE training manual to equip teachers and school administrators of learners with physical disabilities with the knowledge and resources to deliver sexuality education understanding that is sensitive, inclusive and age-appropriate. The draft training module should propose options for delivering its essential content with training workshop agendas of differing durations. The learning activities of the draft training module should articulate with, and ensure integration of any agreed audio-visual learning support materials being developed by SEAMEO SEN.  Make any revisions on the basis of feedback provided on the draft by UNESCO Bangkok, SEAMEO Secretariat and members of an Expert Reference Group that is co-chaired by these two organizations to provide technical inputs to the module-development process;

vi. Draft the pilot testing methodology and feedback/data-collection pre-and post-training tools for testing the efficacy of the training and training materials and capturing feedback from trainees on their post-training experiences of delivering CSE for learners with physical, visual and hearing disabilities. Make any revisions on the basis of feedback provided on the draft by UNESCO Bangkok, SEAMEO Secretariat and the module-development Expert Reference Group;

vii. Design a training agenda (estimated at 5 days) for co-facilitating together with the SEAMEO SEN team, an in-person workshop in each of the two pilot countries for an estimated 30 teachers and school heads/administrators who will participate in the pilot testing. The training workshops will take place in late August 2025 (provisional; TBC) with the objectives of (i) training the pilot implementers with the draft training module (estimated 4 days) and (ii) preparing them to participate in the pilot testing by orienting them to the pilot testing methodology and feedback/data collection tools (estimated 1 day);

viii. Prepare training workshop materials, such as presentations, activity/assignment sheets, and workshop evaluation form, as necessary; indicate to UNESCO Bangkok any digital and non-digital requirements for enabling efficient workshop delivery;

ix. Lead the online and in-person preparatory meetings with the workshops’ facilitation team – including SEAMEO SEN Master Trainers and special education needs focal points in the two pilot countries, to ensure smooth delivery of the training workshops.

2.    During the trainings, pilot testing and any associated activities:

i. The training in each of the two pilot countries:

o    Co-deliver with the SEAMEO SEN team, the agreed training agenda and package —including activities, handouts, and supporting materials—during a four-day in-person training workshop in late August 2025 (tentative). The training will enable implementers to engage directly with the module and practice its application to ensure readiness for classroom use;

o    Co-deliver with the SEAMEO SEN team, the agreed one-day pilot orientation session. This orientation aims to provide school leaders and teachers with an understanding of what is expected of them as part of the pilot. This includes familiarizing participants with feedback instruments and schedule, and other relevant processes.

ii. The pilot test:

o    During the three-month pilot, liaise with SEAMEO SEN team during their backstopping support to pilot implementers in the two countries to clarify any queries on the implementation of the pilot methodology and feedback/data-collection tools.

3.      After the training workshops and pilot implementation:

i. Liaise with SEAMEO SEN team on their analysis of feedback and other data collected from implementers during the pilot test. Draft written recommendations for the revision and future roll-out of the training package, based on the findings and analysis of the pilot implementation that have been synthesized by SEAMEO SEN. Make any revisions on the basis of feedback provided on the draft by UNESCO Bangkok, SEAMEO Secretariat and the module-development Expert Reference Group;

ii. Draft the agenda for a one-day, hybrid validation meeting in mid January 2026 (format and timing TBC) and prepare any necessary materials to facilitate the meeting. The validation meeting will involve the project team of UNESCO Bangkok, SEAMEO Secretariat, SEAMEO SEN, implementers in the two pilot countries and members of the Expert Reference Group;

iii. Co-facilitate with the SEAMEO SEN team the hybrid validation meeting, the objectives of which will be to (i) present and discuss key findings of the pilot test; and, (ii) review and react to the draft recommendations for the revision and future roll-out of the training package;

iv. Revise and finalize the revised training package according to the feedback received and recommendations endorsed during the hybrid validation meeting. The final revised version will serve as a resource for educators and caregivers of learners with disabilities in Southeast Asia region.

In line with UNESCO’s overall gender mainstreaming strategy, the Contractor is expected to integrate a gender perspective in all activities and apply gender mainstreaming concepts whenever feasible.

Anticipated number of days level of effort: 83 days in total

Preparatory
Contractor tasks: 1.
Anticipated level of effort (consultancy days): 38

Implementation
Contractor tasks: 2.
Anticipated level of effort (consultancy days): 30

Wrap-up and closure
Contractor tasks: 3.
Anticipated level of effort (consultancy days): 15

Total number of consultant days: 83

The Contractor will be required to work during the period June 2025 to February 2026 (tentatively). The contract shall be concluded by 23 February 2026 at the latest.

Deliverable: 
Revised approach to work and first draft outline of the training module
Submission date: 18 June 2025

Deliverable: 
First draft of training package, including full narrative draft of the module, draft agenda for the training and pilot orientation workshops with a listing of the training workshop materials and other resource inputs, including outlines of workshop presentations, and draft methodology and feedback tools
Submission date: 1 August 2025

Deliverable: 
Draft recommendations for the revision and future roll-out of the training package and draft agenda for a one-day, hybrid validation meeting
Submission date: 5 January 2026

Deliverable: 
Final version of the disability-inclusive CSE training package
Submission date: 23 February 2026

All deliverables shall be submitted to UNESCO Bangkok in English. Consolidated feedback from UNESCO Bangkok will be provided to the Contractor within two weeks from the submission date of each deliverable. To the extent possible, the Contractor shall reflect comments and suggested modifications.

The Contractor will be home based in any location, working remotely. The Contractor will be required to travel on missions directly related to projects and implementation during the assignment. UNESCO and meeting organization partners will directly make the travel arrangements (air tickets, airport transfer services, food, and accommodation) for the Contractor's team members (a maximum of two) to participate in the identified training workshops and the validation meeting, as with other meeting participants.

The Contractor will be directly report to the Regional Advisor on Education for Health and Well-being, UNESCO Bangkok, in coordination with the Project Coordinator responsible for the SEAMEO Secretariat. In addition to the submission of contract deliverables, the Contractor will routinely engage with the Regional Advisor and members of the Education for Health and Well-being team and the SEAMEO Secretariat team through emails and virtual meetings.

Upon commencing the consultancy, the Contractor will participate in an initial online meeting with UNESCO Bangkok to reconfirm the parameters of the consultancy and to update, as needed, the consultancy approach to work and timeline, to define required sub-tasks and interim outputs to be carried out as Contractor and the supportive inputs required from UNESCO Bangkok and collaborating partners on the respective country-level activities.

UNESCO will provide the Contractor with:

• Current module outline and desk review developed by SEAMEO SEN

• Disability-inclusive CSE training materials or other evidence-based operational guidance on disability-inclusive CSE;

• Timely guidance and feedback in relation to relevant tasks as needed;

• Coordination, liaison and communication support, where needed, with SEAMEO SEN.

Institution/Organization Profile

Qualifications:

• The Firm/Institution must be a legally constituted entity and have demonstrated capacity for receiving, administering and reporting on project funds provided by a UN organization;

• Must have minimum 3 years of related professional experience at international or regional level in working with people with disabilities in the area of health education, gender-transformative education, gender equality, sexuality education, or sexual and reproductive health and rights.
• Must have demonstrated subject matter expertise in one or more of the following: teacher education and development, gender, human rights, social inclusion and social justice, development studies, public policy, social work or other social sciences, or public health. Must submit at least three (3) references of projects in the field.

Experience:

• Extensive professional knowledge and experience in relevant technical areas, including from among the following: comprehensive sexuality education, teacher education and development, disability-inclusive education and sexual and reproductive health for children and youth with disabilities
• Previous experience working with the UN and/or other multilateral, bilateral and civil society development partners is desirable.
• Previous experience in networking and engagement with teachers and/or schools is desirable. 

Competencies:

• Available IT infrastructure, software and devices to support remote meetings, communication and online/digital data collection

Lead Consultant 

Education

• An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in fields such as: general education, teacher education and development, disability-inclusive education, health education, gender-transformative education, gender equality, sexuality education,  sexual and reproductive health and rights or other relevant fields.

Work Experience

• A minimum of ten (10) years of extensive professional expertise, practical involvement and field experience in any of the pertinent technical domains mentioned above. Submission of a minimum two (2) references from projects in the field showcasing proficiency in these subject areas is mandatory.
• Experience in the development of training content and materials for adult learners, in particular for competency-based learning
• Experience in designing and facilitating training sessions for educators or education stakeholders. Experience in the Southeast Asia region is desirable.

Skills/Competencies

• Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills, including the production of written content for both specialist and generalist audiences.
• Skilled in participatory workshop design, facilitation and evaluation (in-person and remote modalities)
• Demonstrated experience working independently while maintaining effective coordination with multi-stakeholder teams.
• Track record of integrating gender-sensitive approaches and inclusive education principles into programme design, implementation, and training development.
• Proficiency in using IT infrastructure, software and devices to support remote meetings, communication and online/digital data collection, as appropriate.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite or similar common applications.

Languages

• Fluency in spoken and written English.

Consultant team member

Education

• An advanced university degree degree (Master’s or equivalent) in fields such as: general education, teacher education and development, disability-inclusive education, health education, gender-transformative education, gender equality, sexuality education, sexual and reproductive health and rights or other relevant fields.

Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years of of experience in a field related to education, social sciences or public health

Skills/Competencies

• Demonstrated skills in research methods for qualitative and quantitative data collection and data analysis.

Language: 

• Fluency in spoken and written English

The consultancy is open to suitably qualified institutions/organizations. 

Suitably qualified organizations that satisfy the eligibility criteria are invited to submit an Expression of Interest in these TORS, composed of both Technical and Financial Proposals. 

The entire Expression of Interest should be in English and should not exceed 7, A4 pages, including reference to relevant examples/reports of successfully carrying out similar or comparable assignments.

1. Technical Proposal (maximum 7 A4 pages)

The technical proposal must include the following information:

• A cover letter identifying relevant contact information (organizational name, telephone and email address) and why you are interested in the consultancy and the project theme.
• Description of the innovative approach that you will use to carry out the consultancy that will include the compulsory tasks of the Work Assignment (Item II. of these TORs): ie.
• Timeline for delivering the key activities and expected deliverables.
• Rationale as to why your organization is best suited to carry out this work with UNESCO’s support, together with relevant examples that demonstrate your experience carrying out similar initiatives (see Item VI.) of these TORs on Qualifications and Experience Requirements).
• CVs of the qualified lead consultant and junior consultant, along with information on their respective, complimentary role(s) in project tasks
• Brief profile of the Institution/Organization.

2. Financial Proposal

Interested organizations may submit a price proposal quoted in US dollars for all project expenses related to the maximum 9-month implementation period. 

The financial proposal should provide an itemized, detailed breakdown of all costs (quoted in US dollars) associated with carrying out the consultancy, including: coordination/ management or running costs; personnel hours for time on tasks delivered by relevant team members etc. 

UNESCO places great emphasis on ensuring that the objectives of the work assignment, as described in the Terms of Reference, are met. Accordingly, in evaluating the proposals for the assignment, attention will focus first and foremost on the technical elements. From those proposals deemed suitable in terms of the criteria in the Terms of Reference, UNESCO shall select the proposal that offers the Organization the best value for money. 

The Expression of Interest must be received by email at ed.bgk(at)unesco.org  no later than 1 June 2025, midnight Bangkok time (GMT+ 7:00) - deadline extended. Only complete applications submitted before the deadline will be considered. Any Expressions of Interest submitted after the deadline will automatically be disqualified from the process.

Due to the large number of applications UNESCO receives, we are able to inform only the successful candidate(s) about the outcome or status of the selection process.

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