Learning and Development Consultant (Environmental Sustainability) P3

UNRWA seeks a Consultant at the P3 level for 12 months to operationalize and deliver a six-module environmental sustainability training programme, lead rollout of the Environmental Sustainability Training Framework, and institutionalize sustainability learning within HR systems. The role supports capacity building across key functional areas including fleet management, procurement, infrastructure, travel, and human resources.

Responsibilities

• Operationalize and deliver a six-module training programme across relevant staff groups.
• Lead the rollout and implementation of the Environmental Sustainability Training Framework.
• Strengthen behavioral change and the practical application of sustainability practices.
• Expand eLearning and blended learning systems.
• Support the establishment of a comprehensive Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) system.
• Institutionalize sustainability learning within HR systems and organizational processes.
• Build a sustainable Training of Trainers (ToT) system.
• Support the development and delivery of technical and operational sustainability learning programmes across key functional areas such as fleet management, procurement, infrastructure management, travel, human resources, and other Agency functions as required.

Requirements

• Advanced university degree (Master or equivalent) from an accredited educational institution in: (i) engineering, environmental sustainability, renewable energy, energy management, or a related technical field; (ii) adult learning, instructional design, or related disciplines with demonstrated experience delivering technical training in engineering or environmental sustainability contexts.
• An initial degree (bachelor or equivalent) plus two additional years of experience may be accepted in lieu of a post-graduate degree.
• At least five years of progressively responsible experience in technical programme delivery incorporating training, capacity-building, or knowledge-transfer components, with a strong emphasis on practical training in engineering, energy, or environmental sustainability, including at least two years of experience related to environmental sustainability and renewable systems.
• At least two years of relevant international experience outside of the candidate’s home country, country of which the candidate has citizenship, or a country in which the candidate maintains permanent residence.
• Demonstrated experience delivering hands-on, field-oriented training for technical staff, including facilitation of practical exercises, on-site or applied learning sessions, and use of real-world case studies and operational scenarios.
• Sound knowledge of environmental sustainability and engineering concepts, including climate change, energy efficiency, natural resource management, circular economy, pollution prevention, waste minimization, sustainable procurement, and environmental reporting frameworks, with ability to link these concepts to practical field applications.
• Strong facilitation and communication skills, with ability to engage diverse audiences, particularly technical and field-based staff.
• Experience in delivering training linked to infrastructure projects, energy audits, or renewable energy installations is highly desirable.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in Arabic are highly desirable.

Skills

• Environmental Sustainability
• Renewable Energy
• Energy Management
• Technical Training Delivery
• Capacity Building
• Knowledge Transfer
• Field-Oriented Training
• Facilitation Skills
• Instructional Design
• Engineering Concepts
• Climate Change
• Energy Efficiency Measures
• Natural Resource Management
• Circular Economy Principles
• Pollution Prevention
• Waste Minimization
• Sustainable Procurement
• Environmental Reporting
• Training for Infrastructure Projects
• Energy Audit
• Environmental Sustainability Training Framework

Languages

Arabic