Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED)
Duty Station: Tashkent
Classification of duty station: [[filter12]]
Standard Duration of Assignement : [[filter13]]
Job Family: Education
Type of contract : Non Staff
Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months
Recruitment open to : External candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 30/10/2024
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
BACKGROUND
In today’s educational landscape, digital competencies are essential for preparing teachers to navigate the rapidly evolving technological world. In Uzbekistan, the need to integrate Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into teaching practices is a critical priority. As the country seeks to modernize its education system, there is a strong emphasis on equipping teachers with the necessary digital skills to deliver high-quality, innovative, and inclusive education. However, significant gaps remain in digital skills across the teaching workforce, particularly in leveraging technology for pedagogical innovation in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) subjects and beyond.
To address these challenges, UNESCO and UNICEF have launched the joint programme “Empowering Education in Uzbekistan: Leveraging ICT and Digital Learning for High-Quality and Inclusive Education Results,” which aims to equip teachers with digital competencies necessary to deliver high-quality education aligned with Uzbekistan’s national priorities and UNESCO’s global education standards.
The focus of this project is to improve teacher competencies in digital skills, with a particular emphasis on developing and implementing UNESCO’s ICT Competency Framework for teachers. The framework will guide the professional development of educators, ensuring they have the knowledge and skills to integrate digital tools effectively into their teaching practices. The project also aims to contextualize training modules, train master trainers, and upgrade the digital infrastructure at teacher training centers, ensuring educators are well-prepared to lead digital transformation in the classroom.
This initiative is teacher-focused, providing the necessary resources and training to enhance digital literacy and capacity among educators, enabling them to foster an innovative and digitally enabled learning environment. To this end UNESCO is seeking a Digital Learning/ICT in Education Expert who will work closely with the national expert team on the development the ICT competency framework, teacher training and support the assessment of digital tools in teacher training centers.
SCOPE OF WORK
Under the authority of the Head of the UNESCO Tashkent Office and direct supervision of the Senior Program Officer, the consultant will undertake the following tasks
DELIVERABLES
Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Education, Social Sciences, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Educational Technology, or a related field. A specialization in digital learning, or teacher training would be highly advantageous.
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The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview.
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Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.
UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution, as well as gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore, UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States (last update here) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts.
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