Consultant for Digital Transformation in Education

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Position Title: Consultant for Digital Transformation in Education
Location: Phnom Penh
Country: Cambodia
Deadline Date: 19 December 2024

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is UNESCO, which stands for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. Established in 1945, UNESCO aims to promote peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security through international cooperation in education, the sciences, and culture. The organization operates in over 190 countries and has a mission to contribute to the building of peace, the eradication of poverty, sustainable development, and intercultural dialogue through education, the sciences, culture, communication, and information. The UNESCO Phnom Penh Office specifically focuses on educational initiatives in Cambodia, working closely with the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS) to enhance the quality of education in the country.

Job Overview:
The position of Consultant for Digital Transformation in Education is centered around providing technical support to the second phase of the Strengthening Teacher Education Programmes in Cambodia (STEPCam II). This consultancy will focus on the effective adoption of digital strategies for education delivery, particularly in the context of the Cambodian education system. The consultant will work under the supervision of the UNESCO Representative to Cambodia and the Chief of the Education Unit, directly reporting to the STEPCam Programme Manager. The role involves establishing monitoring and evaluation mechanisms, developing sound methodologies and tools, and coordinating closely with MoEYS technical departments. The consultant will also be responsible for conceptualizing and planning a specialized institute on educational technology and digital transformation, leading capacity-building efforts, and providing technical support to advance EdTech initiatives in the Cambodian education sector.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will undertake a variety of specific tasks, including:

• Conceptualizing, planning, and establishing a specialized institute on educational technology and digital transformation within a teacher education institution (TEI). This includes providing technical oversight, conducting a desk review, and leading discussions with stakeholders.
• Developing technical documents for the establishment of the institute, including a concept note, roadmap, budget, and operational guidelines.
• Leading capacity-building initiatives at the specialized institute, focusing on management, research, and pedagogy. This involves developing training programs and materials, as well as providing technical support for the development of continuous professional development (CPD) courses.
• Offering technical support to STEPCam on EdTech and digital transformation, including addressing new tasks that may arise during the consultancy.
• Delivering a series of reports and documents that outline the progress and outcomes of the consultancy, including situational analyses, capacity-building plans, and training materials.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess at least a Master’s degree in education, educational technology, information technology, or a related field. Additionally, they should have a minimum of 10 years of demonstrated international experience in education policy and strategy development, research, and educational technology. Experience working with governments on education policy and strategy development is essential, with at least three examples of such work required. Candidates should also have experience in providing technical support for advancing educational technology and teacher development, as well as familiarity with educational technology in low-resource contexts. Strong conceptual, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills are also necessary for this role.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master’s degree in fields related to education, educational technology, or information technology. This advanced degree is crucial for understanding the complexities of educational systems and the integration of technology in teaching and learning processes.

Experience:
The position requires a significant level of experience, specifically at least 10 years in relevant fields such as education policy, educational technology, and teacher development. Candidates should have a proven track record of working internationally, particularly in contexts that involve digital transformation in education. Experience with UN agencies or international NGOs is desirable, especially in roles that focus on educational technology and teacher development.

Languages:
Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory for this position. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills to effectively engage with various stakeholders in the education sector. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not specified as mandatory.

Additional Notes:
The contract duration for this consultancy is set for 10 months, tentatively from February 2025 to December 202

• The consultant is expected to provide 100 days of technical support during this period. The role may require at least two missions to Cambodia, with arrangements coordinated through the UNESCO Phnom Penh Office. The consultant will need to provide their own tools and equipment necessary for the assignment. Compensation details and benefits are not specified in the job posting.