[Hiring] Consultant - GNLC and Capacity Building Workshops @UNESCO

Role Description

The consultant will provide technical support to countries in francophone Africa as part of a new three-year programme aimed at strengthening national systems for lifelong learning (LLL) through sustained multi-level and multi-sectoral engagement.

• Strengthen lifelong learning systems in francophone Africa.
• Contribute to core operations of the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities (GNLC).
• Promote education for sustainable development (ESD) at the local level.
• Promote health and well-being at the local level.
• Promote technical and vocational education at the local level.
• Promote healthy ageing at the local level.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in development studies, education, political sciences, international relations, social sciences, or any other related fields.
• At least 4 years of relevant work experience in project coordination or management, ideally within the field of education, lifelong learning, or international cooperation.
• Previous experience in planning and implementing multi-stakeholder activities, including event organisation, data coordination, and communications.
• Experience supporting or managing international projects, particularly in collaboration with local governments, city networks, or public institutions.
• Proven experience in capacity building at the local and national level.
• Familiarity with lifelong learning, urban development, or education systems across different regions, especially in UNESCO Member States.
• Prior experience in the UNESCO system would be an advantage.

Requirements

• Excellent drafting and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to collect, structure, and summarize data to inform decision-making.
• Excellent computer skills for MS Office package processing, presentation, online collaboration and data visualization, as well as knowledge of Power BI.
• Excellent independent working skills.
• Fluency in English and French.

Benefits

• Consultant Contract for approximately 8 months.
• Remote work location.
• Total payment of EUR 24,000, distributed across multiple milestones.

Company Description

The UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL) aims to strengthen lifelong learning policy in francophone African countries through multilevel and multisectoral engagement.