Consultant - Reasoning, Problem-Solving and Inclusive Team Building Training

About the role

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking a consultant to deliver two cohorts of virtual learning sessions on reasoning, problem-solving, ideation and building an inclusive team for agility and adaptability. The result of service is to strengthen critical thinking and creative problem-solving among UNEP staff so they can generate innovative solutions, and to equip managers with the skills to foster an inclusive workplace culture. The work is home-based and virtual, based in the HR Section of the Corporate Services Division at the Nairobi duty station, reporting to the Training Officer under the Chief of the HR Section. The expected duration is 12 days.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct a pre-learning needs assessment and produce an analytical report to inform the design and development of learning resources and activities.
• Design and develop diverse learning resources, including presentations, learning guides, case studies and practical exercises or projects aligned with learning needs and objectives.
• Facilitate and deliver engaging virtual learning sessions using appropriate adult learning methodologies.
• Administer post-learning assessments and prepare a report summarizing participant feedback, learning outcomes, key observations and lessons learned.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in Learning and Development, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development or a related field; a first-level degree plus relevant experience may be accepted instead.
• At least 15 years of progressively responsible experience in learning design, facilitation, coaching and organizational development.
• Experience with UN or international organizations in change management or HR development contexts is desirable.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat.

Required skills

• Strong facilitation skills and the ability to engage and motivate participants.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• A commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is desirable.
• Deep understanding of problem-solving, ideation and inclusive team building is desirable.