Consultant for E-Learning Course Development

Job Posting Organization:
The organization responsible for this job posting is the United Nations, which was established in 194

• The UN's mission is to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among countries. It operates in over 190 countries and employs thousands of staff members worldwide, focusing on various global issues including sustainable development, human rights, and humanitarian assistance. The UN aims to foster international collaboration to address pressing global challenges, such as poverty, inequality, and climate change.

Job Overview:
The consultant will develop a self-paced and partly interactive e-learning course aimed at transitioning from National Transfer Accounts (NTAs) to National Inclusion Accounts (NIAs). This course is designed to support the creation of evidence-based, intergenerational policies that promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, particularly in the context of population ageing in the Asia-Pacific and Latin America and the Caribbean regions. The course will consist of three modules, each taking approximately 45-60 minutes to complete, with quizzes and wrap-ups at the end of each module. The first module will focus on estimating NIAs based on NTA work, the second will present country case studies to illustrate the results of NIAs, and the third will explore how NIAs can inform public policies, particularly in relation to demographic changes, climate change, and technological advancements. The consultant will also present the course and gather feedback during a hybrid meeting to ensure its effectiveness before final rollout.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant's responsibilities include developing the e-learning course content, ensuring it aligns with the goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and addressing the challenges posed by population ageing. The consultant will assess gaps across population groups and ensure that the course promotes inclusion and sustainability. They will work closely with technical consultants to transfer the course into an online format and will be responsible for testing the course with participants to gather feedback. The consultant will also need to ensure that the course incorporates key messages from the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing and other relevant documents, while also addressing mainstream topics such as gender and intergenerational issues. The consultant will be expected to deliver high-quality educational materials that enhance the capacity of governments in the targeted regions to develop evidence-based policies.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree in social sciences, demography, statistics, community development, or a related field. A minimum of 6 years of established work experience related to NTAs and NIAs is required. Experience in developing e-learning courses is desirable, as is a strong background in conducting research on NTAs, NIAs, and sociodemographic issues. Candidates should have excellent experience in population and development issues, particularly in drafting papers related to social demography, population ageing, health, or gender. Familiarity with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Madrid International Plan of Action is also desirable.

Educational Background:
A university degree in social sciences, demography, statistics, community development, or a similar field is required for this position. This educational background is essential to ensure that the consultant has the necessary theoretical knowledge and analytical skills to develop the e-learning course effectively.

Experience:
The position requires at least 6 years of established work experience related to National Transfer Accounts (NTAs) and National Inclusion Accounts (NIAs). This level of experience is crucial for understanding the complexities of demographic and economic data and for developing effective educational materials that can inform policy-making. Experience in developing e-learning courses is also desirable, as it indicates familiarity with instructional design and online education methodologies.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required for this assignment, as the course content and communication will primarily be conducted in English. Proficiency in additional languages may be beneficial but is not mandatory for this position.

Additional Notes:
The expected duration of the consultancy is from October 12, 2025, to August 31, 202

• The position is remote, allowing for flexibility in work location. It is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring that applicants are not required to pay for application, interview, or training processes.