Gardens for Health International
Terms of Reference
Job Title: Curriculum revision & design Consultant
Background
Gardens for Health International (GHI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to eradicating malnutrition and fostering healthy communities through equipping families and communities with vital education, skills, and knowledge on nutrition, health and agriculture to meet their nutritional needs. We empower families to grow and eat nutritious meals to achieve a world where no child suffers from malnutrition.
Gardens for Health International is seeking a qualified consultant to assist in the final touches of the revision of its agriculture, health and nutrition curriculum. The goal is to ensure that the curriculum is aligned with current research and best practices in the field, and is visually appealing and engaging for learners.
Scope of Work
The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:
Review and Analysis:
- Review the revised agriculture, health and nutrition curriculum materials.
- Identify areas for improvement and alignment with current research, protocols, national policies and best practices.
- Analyze the effectiveness and clarity of the curriculum content.
- Ensure the curriculum is culturally appropriate and sensitive to the needs of diverse learners and users.
Visual Design:
- Design or redesign posters, handouts and other visual aids to enhance the curriculum's friendly-usability and effectiveness.
- Develop appropriate visuals and images relevant to the curriculum content and potential audience.
- Ensure the visual design is consistent with Gardens for Health International’s branding.
Editing and Proofreading:
- Proofread and edit the curriculum materials for clarity, relevance and format.
- Ensure the curriculum is free of errors and inconsistencies.
Summarization and Simplification:
- Summarize complex concepts and information in a clear and concise manner.
- Use appropriate language and terminology that is easy to understand.
Consultation and Collaboration:
- Collaborate closely with the Gardens for Health International, health/nutrition and agriculture team throughout the process.
- Provide expert advice and guidance on the curriculum development and design.
- Provide feedback through regular meetings and discussions with the technical team at Gardens for Health International.
Deliverables
The consultant will deliver the following outputs:
- Revised agriculture, health and nutrition curriculum materials, including lesson plans, methodology, handouts, and assessments.
- Redesigned posters and other visual aids and materials.
- Final report summarizing the consultant's findings and recommendations.
Qualifications and Experience
The consultant should have the following qualifications and experience:
- Advanced degree in public health, agriculture, nutrition, education, or a related field.
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in curriculum development and design.
- Strong understanding of food systems at national and regional levels
- Deep comprehension in nutrition sensitive agriculture, health and nutrition concepts and best practices.
- Expertise in educational methodologies and instructional design.
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience working in international development or public health settings (preferred).
Timeline
The consultant will work within a 6-week timeframe.
Note: This ToR is a general outline and may be subject to modification based on the specific needs of Gardens for Health International.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Gardens for Health International is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage and welcome all interested potential applicants, regardless of background or prior experience volunteering with Gardens for Health International, to apply
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (Psea)
Gardens for Health International has zero – tolerance policy for exploitative and abusive relationships. Gardens for Health International will ensure the fulfillment of our moral obligation to protect minor children and other vulnerable members of society from abuse, exploitation, neglect, and other forms of violence.
Child Safeguarding:
Level 3: the post holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work country programs; or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff.
Health and Safety:
The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with GHI Health and Safety policies and procedures.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send an application letter plus updated Curriculum Vitae in English, Cover Letter and three (3) service certificates including 3 names of professional referees to careers@gardensforhealth.org. Deadline of application is the 23rd July 2025. Please mention Curriculum revision & design Consultantas the subject of your mail.
Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.