International Consultants for the Training of Teachers in Andragogy and Pedagogy
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
Full-time Internationallly Recruited Close on 21 Nov 2025
Parent Sector : Field Office
Duty Station: Tashkent
Job Family: Education
Type of contract : Non Staff
Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months
Recruitment open to : External candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Duty Station Time) : 21-NOV-2025
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
1. Background
Within the framework of the UNESCO-UNICEF Joint project "Empowering Education in Uzbekistan: Leveraging ICT and Digital Learning for High-Quality and Inclusive Education Results” funded by the Uzbekistan Vision 2030 Fund, UNESCO is working with the Ministry of Pre-school and School Education to improve education for vulnerable children across Uzbekistan, especially in rural areas and for girls. By introducing school-based models, the program focuses on modernizing classrooms, integrating digital learning tools, and enhancing support for children with disabilities. A part of this effort is building the capacity of teachers. Through targeted training and updated teaching resources, educators are better equipped to deliver inclusive and high-quality education that meets the needs of all students. This approach strengthens learning outcomes and ensures that more children, regardless of their background, have access to quality education.
The Output 2 of the project focused on strengthening teacher professional development through:
• Renovation and operationalization of Centres of Pedagogical Excellence (CPEs);
• Development and validation of a National ICT and AI Teacher Competency Framework;
• Capacity development of 300 mentors in ICT, pedagogy, and andragogy, who will cascade training to 3000 teachers nationwide.
The Project supports the professional development of teachers in Uzbekistan by strengthening the national mentor training system — from Master Trainers to Mentors and onward to Teachers through the Uzbekistan’s existing Professional Development Days (PDD) and Professional Development Hours (PDH) structure.
Within this framework, 300 mentors will be trained to deliver high-quality, practice-oriented sessions that promote inclusive, learner-centred, and gender-sensitive teaching. To ensure international quality standards, the project seeks to engage experienced international experts to design, deliver, and refine training modules in cooperation with local partners and national institutions.
2. Objectives
The international consultants will work under the overall supervision of the Head of UNESCO Tashkent Office, direct supervision of the Senior Project Officer, and in close coordination with the National Programme Officer for Education, Lead International Expert and the Avloni Institute.
The primary objective of this consultancy is to review and deliver training modules in andragogy and pedagogy, based on the Competency Framework for Teachers in Uzbekistan and targeting selected mentor teachers. These modules will equip mentors with the knowledge and practical skills in teaching and learning, in line with the national framework and international best practices As part of a collaborative team, the consultantss will jointly review and deliver on site integrated training modules to groups of mentors (approximately 20 participants per group).
The training of trainers will be conducted prior to the mentor training sessions. International consultants will work closely with national trainers, providing guidance and support throughout the process.
The specific objectives of this consultancy are:
3. Scope of Work
4. Deliverables
A. Revised training modules including pre and post training monitoring tools .Each module consists of a 3-day training programme designed under the technical guidance of the Lead International Expert, and based on the Competencies framework for teachers.
B. Deliver three training modules for three mentor groups in person and online
C. Training report including feedback after each module delivered.
D. Final consolidated contribution to the project’s training evaluation and recommendations
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. 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.
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