Consultant for Education Rights of Migrants

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Position Title: Consultant for Education Rights of Migrants
Location: Mexico City
Country: Mexico
Deadline Date: 23-FEB-2025

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, was established in 1945 with the mission to contribute to peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security by promoting international collaboration through educational, scientific, and cultural reforms. With a workforce of over 2,000 employees, UNESCO operates in more than 190 countries, focusing on building peace in the minds of men and women. The organization aims to foster inclusive and equitable quality education for all and promote lifelong learning opportunities, particularly for marginalized groups, including migrants and refugees.

Job Overview:
The position involves designing a strategic work plan to support the right to education for individuals in mobility situations in Mexico. The consultant will work under the coordination of UNESCO's office in Mexico, contributing to the United Nations' response to the increasingly complex dynamics of mixed migration movements. The consultant will analyze existing reports and policies, identify barriers to education access for migrants, and develop a comprehensive five-year plan to enhance educational support and integration strategies within the National Educational System. This role is crucial in ensuring that the educational rights of migrants are recognized and upheld, aligning with UNESCO's mission and the broader goals of the United Nations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze and map existing reports, guidelines, and policies that support access to education for individuals in mobility situations in Mexico.
• Identify key challenges and barriers that hinder the fulfillment of educational rights for migrants.
• Conduct interviews with key stakeholders, including policymakers, educational institution representatives, and migrant students.
• Develop a strategic work plan for the next five years aimed at improving educational support and integration strategies for migrants within the National Educational System.
• Participate in meetings of the Inter-Agency Group on Human Mobility (GIMH) and other relevant gatherings organized by UNESCO's Education Sector in Mexico to strengthen and disseminate the developed work plan.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree in pedagogy, education sciences, teaching, sociology, humanities, or social sciences. They should have at least three years of recent experience in developing educational studies or policies focused on individuals in mobility situations. Knowledge of the National Educational System of Mexico and the challenges it faces in achieving equity, inclusion, and access to education for migrants is essential. Familiarity with the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration, the Global Compact on Refugees, and other United Nations guidelines related to human mobility is also required. Candidates should demonstrate advanced academic writing skills, efficient use of information and communication technologies, and strong socio-emotional skills for teamwork.

Educational Background:
A university degree in relevant fields such as pedagogy, education sciences, sociology, or social sciences is required. Advanced degrees or specialized training in education policy or migration studies would be advantageous.

Experience:
A minimum of three years of relevant experience in educational policy development or research, particularly concerning the rights of migrants and refugees, is required. Experience working with governmental and non-governmental organizations in the education sector is preferred.

Languages:
Fluency in Spanish is mandatory, as the position requires extensive communication and documentation in this language. Proficiency in English or other languages relevant to the region would be considered an asset, enhancing the consultant's ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The contract duration is flexible, ranging from 1 to 6 months, depending on the project needs and consultant availability. This position is open to both internal and external candidates, and it is essential to note that the results produced during the consultancy will be the property of UNESCO. The consultant is responsible for providing their own equipment, including a computer and internet service. The role emphasizes confidentiality, and the consultant must adhere to UNESCO's core values of commitment, integrity, respect for diversity, and professionalism.