Consultant for Knowledge Management

Job Posting Organization:
Computadores para Educar (CPE) is a non-profit organization established in the year 2000, following the guidelines set forth in the CONPES Document 3063 dated December 23, 1999, and in Decree 2324 dated November 9, 200

• Its partners include the Fund for Information and Communication Technologies, the Unique Fund for Information and Communication Technologies, the Ministry of National Education, and the National Learning Service (SENA). The mission of Computadores para Educar is to promote educational innovation through the use of digital technologies, contributing to the well-being and sustainable development of society, promoting equitable access and the generation of knowledge. Its vision projects that by 2026, Colombia will consolidate as a leading country in education supported by digital technologies, ensuring that every student has access to world-class, relevant, and future-oriented training. These goals are developed within the framework of the National Development Plan and sectoral policies regarding Information and Communication Technologies and education, led by the Ministry of Information and Communication Technologies and the Ministry of National Education. To achieve its objectives, Computadores para Educar directs its management through four strategic lines: i) Access to digital technologies, ii) Pedagogical appropriation, iii) Environmental sustainability, and iv) Monitoring, evaluation, and knowledge management. Currently, Computadores para Educar is implementing a significant strategic shift in its approach, moving away from viewing the delivery of technology as an end in itself and focusing on a conception of technology as a means to mobilize learning. This change recognizes that technological devices alone do not guarantee improvements in educational quality or equitable access to knowledge. This new strategy will position teachers and students as protagonists of change, strengthening their capacities for a pedagogical, contextualized, and transformative use of digital tools. To support this transformation process, while also considering the importance of analyzing, systematizing, and evaluating the initiatives carried out, Computadores para Educar is creating and managing alliances with key actors such as the United Nations Development Programme and UNESCO.

Job Overview:
The consultant will contribute to the proofreading and stylistic correction of final publication products related to the Knowledge Management project. This includes adapting content for various formats, such as transforming and synthesizing sections of the main report and technical notes for adaptation to specific formats not originally planned (e.g., scripts for videos, texts for infographics, or presentation minutes). The consultant will ensure that the documents meet high standards of quality and coherence, which is essential for the successful dissemination of the project's findings and recommendations. The consultant will work closely with the editorial committee and will be expected to deliver monthly reports detailing progress on the proofreading and stylistic corrections of the assigned documents. The work will be primarily virtual, with in-person meetings as required. The consultant is expected to dedicate full-time hours to this consultancy for the duration of the contract, which is set for six months.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be responsible for the following activities:

• Proofreading and correcting the first version of the documents to ensure orthographic and stylistic accuracy.
• Reviewing the final version of the documents after layout and design have been completed.
• Collaborating with the editorial committee to ensure that the documents meet the required standards.
• Adapting content for various formats as needed, including creating scripts for videos and texts for infographics.
• Delivering monthly progress reports detailing the status of the proofreading and corrections.
• Participating in meetings with the editorial committee and other stakeholders as necessary.
• Ensuring that all documents adhere to established style guides and standards.

Required Qualifications:
The consultant must possess a professional degree at the doctoral or master's level in fields such as Literature, Philology, Linguistics, Social Communication, Journalism, Design, or related areas in the humanities. Additionally, professionals in editing and publishing, as well as pedagogy and teaching, are also eligible. The consultant should have a proven track record of at least 15 years in editorial work, translation agencies, media, or freelance projects, specializing in improving coherence, syntax, and orthography of books, theses, websites, or strategic documents. Previous experience working with national government and the United Nations system at both international and national levels is required. The consultant should also have demonstrable bibliographic knowledge and experience with referenced publications of articles and policy reports (evaluation, systematization, etc.). Experience in participating in or coordinating editorial processes, including contributions to layout and design of virtual and printed texts, is essential. Furthermore, the consultant should have experience in adapting texts for different formats as required from the reviewed products.

Educational Background:
A professional degree at the doctoral or master's level in relevant fields such as Literature, Philology, Linguistics, Social Communication, Journalism, Design, or related areas in the humanities is required. Professionals in editing and publishing, as well as pedagogy and teaching, are also considered qualified for this position.

Experience:
The position requires at least 15 years of proven experience in editorial work, translation agencies, media, or freelance projects, with a specialization in enhancing coherence, syntax, and orthography of various types of documents. Experience working with national government and the United Nations system at both international and national levels is also necessary. Candidates with 20 years of experience are preferred, particularly those with a strong background in editorial processes and document adaptation.

Languages:
The consultant must have excellent written and oral proficiency in Spanish, or be a native speaker. A very good command of written and oral English is also required, as the role may involve working with English-language documents and stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The consultancy will last for six months and will be primarily virtual, with in-person meetings as required. The consultant is expected to dedicate full-time hours to the project. Compensation will be determined based on experience and the time allocated to complete the deliverables according to the work plan presented by the consultant. The application process requires candidates to complete an online application, upload an updated CV including three references, and submit a motivation letter. Failure to meet these requirements will disqualify the application. The selection process may include tests and assessments, as well as interviews, and only selected candidates will be contacted for further steps.