National Consultant: Technical Consultant- EdTech for Learning, 12 months, Kathmandu, Nepal Country Office

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Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. 

And we never give up. 

For every child, education

Digital learning is an important priority under the School Education Sector Plan (SESP) aimed at improving learning outcomes for children and a key intervention under the new country programme for UNICEF. One of the key objectives in the SESP states the “proper management of ICT tools and digital learning resources and capacity building of teachers on embedding ICT as an integral part of teaching and learning”. The SESP also aims to set up data centres and digital laboratories to expand the use of ICT in learning. This includes the training for teachers and staff through blended modes and developing interactive digital resources for different grades, interactive digital materials for people with different forms of disabilities and ensuring the provision of digital copies of curriculum and textbooks. As part of its support to the government, UNICEF will provide technical assistance to support the implementation of different Ed Tech digital learning initiatives including the capacity building of teachers on blended learning pedagogies to support improved learning outcomes and skills acquisition for older adolescents supporting learning to earning opportunities.

Purpose of the Assignment:

The consultant will provide technical assistance to support the implementation of different digital EdTech learning initiatives including supporting the design of capacity building resources for teachers on the use of blended learning pedagogies utilizing EdTech solutions.

Scope of Work:

Under the supervision of the Education Specialist (NoC) and overall guidance of the Section Chief, the consultant will conduct the following activities:

1. Device Configuration and Deployment

• Oversee the preparation, configuration, and deployment of devices (tablets, laptops, etc.), ensuring they meet accessibility standards and child safeguarding (i.e., content access restrictions) and are integrated with project content.
• Facilitate the set up Mobile Device Management (MDM) systems and train local stakeholders, including municipal-level ICT focal persons, on its operation and maintenance.
• Ensure devices are equipped with project-specific applications (For e.g. Akelius, Learning Passport etc.), providing seamless classroom integration to support teaching and learning.

2. Training and Capacity Building

• Design and deliver technical training for teachers, trainers, and ICT focal persons on using devices and applications and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Adapt training materials for local contexts and diverse learner needs, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility.
• Train educators to design and implement digital EdTech content in classroom settings effectively.

3. Accessibility of Content

• Work closely with the HQ technical team to support the Accessible Digital Textbooks (ADT) initiative.
• Ensure the digital content developed is up to standard and in compliance with international accessibility guidelines, including Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
• Ensure digital content is compatible with assistive technologies (e.g., screen readers, text-to-speech software) and includes features like alt text, adaptive fonts, and audio descriptions.

4. Monitoring and Reporting

• Track device usage, collect data on application engagement, and provide regular updates and reports to project stakeholders.
• Support Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) and evidence generation activities in collaboration with other team members.

5. Collaboration and Coordination

• Work with the UNICEF team to finalize and implement the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Support government during the development and testing phases of accessible digital content.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including the Centre for Education and Human Resource Development (CEHRD) and Curriculum Development Centre (CDC), to ensure alignment with national educational goals and integration to government tools/ platforms/ strategies.
• Facilitate feedback sessions and incorporate user insights into content and device configurations.

Duration of the Contract: The total duration of the assignment is 12 months

Deliverables for the Assignment:

Tasks/Milestone Deliverables/Outputs Timeline Proposed Fee

• Supervise the preparation, configuration, and deployment of devices (tablets, laptops, etc.), ensuring accessibility standards are met.
• Implement Mobile Device Management (MDM) systems and conduct training for municipal-level ICT focal persons.
• Install and project-specific applications for seamless classroom integration.
• Develop a quarterly progress report.
• Submission of configuration plan
• Completed configuration checklist for all devices.
• Finalized training content
• Submission of training completion report.
• Deployment report documenting device distribution and integration status.
• Submission of Quarterly progress report

End May 2025

• Finalise training plans in collaboration with schools and learning centres.
• Develop training materials to suit local contexts and diverse learner needs.
• Deliver technical training sessions for teachers, trainers, and ICT focal persons on devices, and other application usage.
• Coordinate with CDC, CEHRD and partners to for timely development of the accessible digital textbook.
• Quality assure digital content following international accessibility guidelines (e.g., WCAG).
• Test content compatibility with assistive technologies like screen readers and text-to-speech software, ensuring features such as alt text and adaptive fonts are included.
• Develop at least one Human Interest Story/case study.
• Develop quarterly progress report.
• Finalized training resources
• Submission of training schedule, materials, and session completion reports.
• Feedback summaries from training participants.
• Final draft of the accessible digital textbook
• Testing and validation report for the Accessible Digital Textbook
• Submission of Quarterly progress report

End of August 2025

• Assist in finalizing and implementing the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Work with different stakeholders on testing accessible digital content in schools.
• Facilitate feedback sessions to gather user insights and integrate improvements into content and configurations.
• Engage with CEHRD, CDC, and other stakeholders to ensure optimum technical support.
• Develop at least one Human Interest Story/case study.
• Quarterly progress report
• Submission of event completion reports
• Submission of visit reports
• Submission of LMS implementation plan and progress report.
• Submission of feedback session summaries and actionable recommendations.
• Submission of minimum one HIS
• Submission of quarterly progress report
• Submission of event completion reports
• Submission of training/visit reports
• Submission of minimum one HIS
• Submission of quarterly progress report

End of Nov 2025

• Observe and monitor the use of digital devices in classrooms and non-formal centres.
• Co-facilitate refresher training sessions for teachers and facilitators.
• Conduct regular follow-ups with Palikas and ICT focal persons to ensure effective implementation.
• Provide follow up support to teachers and facilitators on implementing blended learning in classrooms.
• Monitor device usage and application engagement, and compile data for analysis.
• Develop at least one Human Interest Story/case study.
• Develop progress report.
• Submission of periodic follow-up and monitoring reports.
• Submission of device usage and engagement data analytics report.
• Submission of minimum one HIS
• Submission of quarterly progress report

Mid- Feb 2026

Note: Please submit financial proposal based on the above deliverables.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… 

Education:

Advanced university degree in Education or social sciences or discipline relevant to equity and inclusion.

Work experience: 

• At least 5 years of professional experience in digital content design, educational technology, and project management.
• Proven expertise in Java, Python programming, content design, Artificial Intelligence and managing technical systems like MDM.
• Experience with assistive technologies, such as screen readers and text-to-speech software, and a strong knowledge of accessibility standards in educational content.
• Experience working with accessibility guidelines (e.g., WCAG) and assistive technologies.
• Proven expertise in designing accessible digital content, including EPUB3 and HTML formatting for educational materials.
• Demonstrated success in designing inclusive digital tools for learners, especially those with disabilities.
• Familiarity with Nepal’s education system and previous work with government or educational institutions preferred.

Skills:

• Advanced technical skills in coding, multimedia production, and LMS implementation.
• Strong analytical and data management capabilities, including experience in M&E.
• Familiarity with various forms of disability, as well as universal design principles and practices that support accessibility in digital learning environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Nepali.
• Ability to collaborate across teams and organizations, including with international and regional offices.

For every Child, you demonstrate… 

UNICEF’s values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS). 

To view our competency framework, please visit here. 

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.

According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility jobs-near-me.org UNICEF.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

Remarks: 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. 

Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws. 

The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts. 

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