COORDINADOR DE PROYECTOS DE APRENDIZAJE Y TRANSFORMACIÓN DIGITAL DE LA EDUCACIÓN PARA PROMOVER LAS COMPETENCIAS PARA EL TRABAJO Y LA VIDA

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Position Title: COORDINADOR DE PROYECTOS DE APRENDIZAJE Y TRANSFORMACIÓN DIGITAL DE LA EDUCACIÓN PARA PROMOVER LAS COMPETENCIAS PARA EL TRABAJO Y LA VIDA
Location: Santiago
Country: Chile
Deadline Date: 07-MAR-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 presence in over 190 countries, UNESCO works to build peace through education, the sciences, culture, communication, and information. The organization emphasizes the importance of education as a fundamental human right and a key driver for sustainable development. UNESCO's core values include commitment to the organization, integrity, respect for diversity, and professionalism, which guide its operations and interactions with member states and partners.

Job Overview:
The position of Coordinator for Learning Projects and Digital Transformation in Education aims to support the coordination and development of educational projects designed by UNESCO Santiago. This role is crucial in promoting competencies for work and life, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4, which focuses on ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all. The coordinator will be responsible for establishing governance mechanisms, adapting methodologies to local contexts, designing capacity-building models, and preparing terms of reference for necessary services. The role also involves organizing events for knowledge exchange, supporting project design and planning, and monitoring project performance through established indicators. The coordinator will work closely with various stakeholders, including educational ministries and civil society organizations, to ensure the effective implementation of projects that enhance digital competencies and promote educational innovation.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Coordinator will undertake a variety of tasks, including: establishing governance mechanisms and operational plans for managing learning and digital transformation projects; adapting project methodologies to specific national or regional contexts; designing and managing capacity-building models in digital talent for educational leaders and teachers; preparing terms of reference for necessary services and coordinating the selection of service providers; promoting the development of digital talent communities of practice; organizing meetings, conferences, and seminars for knowledge exchange; supporting the design and planning of new projects; developing baseline indicators for monitoring project performance; coordinating relationships with strategic partners; assisting in budget execution and compliance with administrative processes; supporting communication activities among stakeholders; and maintaining an updated digital repository related to the projects.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in education, social sciences, political science, public policy, business administration, economics, international relations, or a related field. A higher university degree (master's or equivalent) in project management, digital education, or technologies applied to education is also required. Additionally, candidates should have a minimum of five years of professional experience in designing, managing, monitoring, and evaluating educational projects, with at least two years specifically in managing learning and digital transformation projects. Experience in teacher training, innovative teaching methodologies, and drafting reports in international contexts is essential. Candidates should also have experience coordinating with governmental entities, international organizations, and civil society actors.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields such as education, social sciences, or public policy, complemented by a Master's degree in project management or digital education. This combination of education ensures that the candidate has both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for effective project coordination and management in the educational sector.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least five years of relevant professional experience, including a minimum of two years specifically in managing projects focused on learning and digital transformation. This experience should encompass the design, implementation, and evaluation of educational projects, particularly in contexts related to international cooperation and development. Additionally, candidates should have experience in teacher training and innovative educational methodologies, as well as in drafting reports and coordinating with various stakeholders in the education sector.

Languages:
Fluency in both English and Spanish, both written and spoken, is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of Portuguese is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate in a multilingual environment and engage with diverse stakeholders in the region.

Additional Notes:
The contract duration is set for 11 months, starting in March 2025 and concluding in February 202

• Compensation will be based on the submission of monthly reports detailing the progress and outcomes of the coordination activities related to the learning and digital transformation projects. The position is open to external candidates, and UNESCO emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in its recruitment process, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups and individuals with disabilities.