Consultant - Analytical Report on Trends in Digital Learning Platforms (Home-Based)

Consultant

Overview

Review digital learning platforms and develop analytical reports.

You have:

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in pedagogics, digital humanities, social sciences or a related field.
• A minimum of five years of work experience in research on e-learning, digital technology use in education, digital pedagogy or related fields.
• Proven conceptual and analytical skills
• Excellent research skills
• Capacity to work independently and in a timely manner
• Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English
• PhD in pedagogics, digital humanities, social sciences or a related field

Contract

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED) Duty Station: Moscow Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[filter13\]\] Job Family: Education Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 7 to 11 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Duty Station Time) : 28-MAR-2025 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- The UNESCO Institute for Information Technologies in Education (UNESCO IITE) invites applications for a home-based individual consultant position to review cases and digital technologies/tools related to digital learning platforms (national and international), to analyze trends in digital learning platforms, and to develop an analytical report and guidelines/recommendations. Long Description ---------------- **Background** The contract will be established within the project “Promoting ICT Capacity Building and Open Education in the Era of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies” jointly implemented by UNESCO IITE and Shanghai Open University. The project aims to promote open education and community learning through digital technologies, sharpen teachers’ digital literacy to align with the latest developments in artificial intelligence, enhance digital inclusion and advance digital transformation of education. Long Description ---------------- **Work assignment** Under the supervision of the Chief of the Unit of Digital Pedagogy and Learning Materials (UNESCO IITE), the individual consultant will undertake the following assignments: 1\. Conduct desk research to explore the emerging trends in digital learning platforms (DLP) and digital technologies and tools related to DPL on global and regional levels. 2\. Compile, review, and synthesize cases on the application of learning analytics and personalization of learning tools within digital learning platforms. 3\. Develop an analytical report on trends in digital learning platforms including guidelines on the application of learning analytics and personalization of learning in DPL targeted on different higher education stakeholders. Long Description ---------------- **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Professionalism (C) **-** ----- For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- ***Education*** • Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in pedagogics, digital humanities, social sciences or a related field. ***Work experience*** • A minimum of five years of work experience in research on e-learning, digital technology use in education, digital pedagogy or related fields. ***Skills and competencies*** • Proven conceptual and analytical skills • Excellent research skills • Capacity to work independently and in a timely manner • Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- ***Education*** • PhD in pedagogics, digital humanities, social sciences or a related field. **APPLICATION PROCESS** ----------------------- Interested candidates should complete the online application and submit as a single PDF document in the “Employment History Form” section the following documents: • UNESCO Employment History Form, accompanied by a list of past works such as articles, reports or publications authored or co-authored, with hyperlinks to access such works if they are available online. • A Technical Proposal comprising: (1) Statement indicating how the candidate’s qualifications and experience make them suitable for the assignment and (2) Approach (methodology and detailed workplan) the candidate would adopt to carry out the assignment (maximum 4 pages). • A Financial Proposal indicating the amount to be charge for the assignment, which should be quoted in USD. **Applications submitted without all the requested documents will not be considered.** **SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS** ------------------------------------- Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the [UNESCO careers website.](https://careers.unesco.org/careersection/2/joblist.ftl) No modifications can be made to the application submitted. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as an interview. UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. **Footer** ---------- UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution, as well as gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore, UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States ([last update here](https://www.unesco.org/en/geo-distribution)) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts. UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking Organization.

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