About the opportunity
As part of its work to strengthen science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education in Africa, the UNESCO Regional Multisectoral Office for West Africa and UNESCO-IISTEM are launching a regional mapping initiative covering 15 West African countries. The Gambia engagement involves recruiting a National Consultant under the technical coordination of a Regional Consultant to disseminate an adapted global questionnaire, mobilize key education stakeholders, monitor response rates, and provide contextual analysis.
Salary and benefits
- Professional engagement with UNESCO on a key regional education initiative
- Remuneration paid in instalments based on successful deliverable validation
- Opportunity to collaborate with national and international education sector stakeholders
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree (bachelor's degree at minimum) in education sciences, statistics, social sciences, STEM, or a related field
- Prior experience in data collection, surveys, or studies in the education sector or related fields in The Gambia
- Good knowledge of the education system and key STEM ecosystem stakeholders in The Gambia
- Strong communication skills and ability to mobilize institutional partners
- Proficiency in English; knowledge of French or Portuguese is an asset
- Prior experience working with international organizations is an advantage
Required documents
- Duly completed History of Employment Form
- Brief technical note (1-2 pages) outlining the proposed approach for identifying and mobilizing respondents in The Gambia
- Financial proposal (monthly fee)
- References from relevant prior work where applicable
When to apply
- Application deadline is 15 November 2026 at midnight UTC
- Deliverable D1 (national outreach and mobilization plan) due 15 December 2026
- Deliverable D2 (data collection and distribution) due 15 January 2027
- Deliverable D3 (final data collection report) due 31 January 2027
How to apply
- Visit the UNESCO Careers platform
- Access the job vacancy page and complete the online application
- Upload the single required document package combining the employment form, technical note, financial proposal, and references
Additional information
- The contract duration is two months
- Work will be carried out mainly remotely with occasional in-country travel as needed
- Payment schedule: 30 percent upon validation of D1, 40 percent upon validation of D2, and 30 percent upon validation of D3
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Strong fit for education researchers, statisticians, or consultants with established networks across Gambian educational institutions and ministries
- Ideal for professionals experienced in survey deployment, data collection, and stakeholder mobilization within West Africa
- Well-suited for individuals seeking short-term consultancy assignments with United Nations specialized agencies
What should you think carefully about?
- The assignment is strictly time-bound to a duration of two months with concrete deliverables tied to tight deadlines
- Requires demonstrated pre-existing knowledge of the Gambian education system and active local stakeholder networks
- Applicants must submit a competitive financial proposal alongside their technical approach
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This consultancy provides a high-visibility opportunity to contribute directly to international education policy and regional STEM development frameworks in West Africa while expanding professional credentials with UNESCO.
Our take
Consultants and researchers with deep familiarity with The Gambia's education sector and proven survey experience should seriously consider applying before the November deadline.
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