Consultant in Youth Participation and Inclusive Social Transformations

Job Posting Organization:
The job is posted by UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, which was established in 194

• UNESCO's mission is to contribute to peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security by promoting international collaboration through educational, scientific, and cultural reforms. The organization operates in over 190 countries and has a workforce of more than 2,000 employees. UNESCO aims to foster inclusive and sustainable development through education, science, culture, and communication, addressing global challenges such as climate change, social inclusion, and the promotion of human rights.

Job Overview:
The position of Consultant in Youth Participation and Inclusive Social Transformations is designed to support UNESCO's Regional Office in Santiago, which coordinates with the United Nations in Latin America and the Caribbean. The consultant will play a crucial role in addressing emerging challenges in the region through interdisciplinary and intersectoral approaches. The role involves promoting collaboration among various sectors of UNESCO to develop comprehensive responses that enhance inclusion, sustainability, social participation, and cooperation among countries in the region. The consultant will be responsible for providing technical support in planning, implementing, and monitoring activities related to youth participation in science, technology, and sustainability. This includes conducting research, producing technical documents, and facilitating dialogue among stakeholders to ensure that youth voices are included in discussions about science, technology, and environmental sustainability.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will undertake a variety of tasks, including conducting research and analysis on youth participation in science and technology, the social implications of transformative technologies, climate change impacts, and the inclusion of marginalized groups. Specific responsibilities include supporting the design and implementation of activities that promote meaningful youth engagement in discussions about artificial intelligence and other transformative technologies, contributing to initiatives aimed at increasing the participation of girls and young women in STEM fields, and facilitating youth involvement in biodiversity conservation and environmental sustainability efforts. The consultant will also be expected to integrate accessibility and inclusion approaches into all activities, produce technical documents and reports, and coordinate with public institutions, academia, civil society organizations, and youth networks to foster collaboration and achieve program objectives.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree in Sociology, Anthropology, Political Science, Public Policy, International Relations, Development Studies, Education, Environmental Studies, or related fields. Additionally, candidates should have at least three years of relevant professional experience in research, program implementation, or technical support in areas such as youth participation, social inclusion, public policy, science and technology policy, climate change, biodiversity conservation, and accessibility for persons with disabilities. Proven experience in analyzing and synthesizing information, as well as in producing technical reports and policy documents, is essential. Experience in designing and facilitating workshops and consultations on public policy and capacity-building initiatives is also required.

Educational Background:
A university degree in relevant fields such as Sociology, Anthropology, Political Science, Public Policy, International Relations, Development Studies, Education, Environmental Studies, or other related disciplines is mandatory. Postgraduate studies in public policy, social sciences, international development, education, environmental policy, human rights, or science and technology policy are desirable and will enhance a candidate's profile.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of three years of professional experience in relevant areas, including youth engagement, social inclusion, public policy, and environmental sustainability. Experience working with the United Nations system or international organizations is an advantage. Familiarity with UNESCO's normative instruments and programs related to youth, science, technology, and social transformations is also beneficial.

Languages:
Fluency in Spanish is required, with excellent oral and written communication skills. Functional knowledge of English is also necessary, particularly for reviewing specialized literature and technical documents. Additional language skills may be considered an asset.

Additional Notes:
The contract is a consultant position at Level 2 - Middle, with a duration of five months. The position is open to external candidates and allows for remote work. The application deadline is set for midnight UTC−4 on November 20, 202

• UNESCO emphasizes the importance of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence, and integrity in its hiring process, and encourages applications from individuals belonging to minority and indigenous groups, as well as persons with disabilities. All applications will be treated confidentially, and UNESCO does not charge any fees during the hiring process.