About the opportunity
As part of its efforts to strengthen Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education in Africa, the UNESCO Multisectoral Regional Office for West Africa (Sahel) in Dakar, in cooperation with the UNESCO International Institute for STEM Education (UNESCO-IISTEM), is implementing a joint regional mapping initiative covering 15 West African countries. The national consultant for Guinea will ensure quality data collection, stakeholder mobilization, and contextual analysis at the country level under the technical coordination of a regional consultant.
Salary and benefits
- Paid short-term consultancy contract for two months.
- Stipend disbursed in installments tied to key deliverable approvals: 30% for Deliverable 1, 40% for Deliverable 2, and 30% for Deliverable 3.
- Professional international experience working directly with a United Nations specialized agency.
Who can apply?
- Hold an advanced degree (minimum Bachelor's degree) in educational sciences, statistics, social sciences, STEM, or a related field.
- Possess prior experience in data collection, surveys, or studies within the education sector or a related field in Guinea.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of the educational system and key STEM ecosystem actors in Guinea.
- Possess strong communication and institutional partner mobilization skills.
- Mandatory fluency in French; knowledge of English or Portuguese is an asset.
- Prior experience working with international organizations is an advantage.
Required documents
- Completed UNESCO History of Employment Form.
- A brief technical note (1 to 2 pages maximum) presenting the proposed approach for identifying and mobilizing respondents in Guinea.
- Financial offer (monthly rate).
- References of relevant previous work, if applicable.
When to apply
- Application deadline: November 15, 2026, at midnight UTC±0.
- Contract execution period: December 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027.
How to apply
- Prepare the required application documents into a single file in the specified order.
- Visit the UNESCO Careers platform via the official application link.
- Submit the application online through the SuccessFactors portal at the designated location for the History of Employment Form.
Additional information
- The mission is conducted primarily remotely with occasional domestic travel within Guinea as needed for stakeholder engagement.
- Evaluation criteria include mission understanding (20 pts), relevant experience (35 pts), knowledge of the national context (25 pts), and the financial offer (20 pts).
- UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of harassment and does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
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…
- Ideal for education professionals, researchers, or statisticians based in Guinea with established networks in local academic or governmental sectors.
- Strong fit for individuals experienced in conducting institutional surveys and managing stakeholder outreach across educational institutions.
- Excellent opportunity for consultants seeking short-term engagements with the United Nations system.
What should you think carefully about?
- The contract duration is strictly limited to two months, requiring rapid mobilization and efficient delivery of targets.
- Fluency in French is mandatory, and successful execution depends heavily on existing familiarity with Guinea's educational ecosystem.
- Applicants must prepare a detailed technical note and financial proposal as part of a competitive evaluation process.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This short-term consultancy allows education and research professionals to apply their local expertise to a high-profile regional UN initiative, strengthening institutional analysis skills and expanding professional networks within international development.
Our take
Consultants and researchers with data collection experience in Guinea and background in the education or STEM sectors should apply before the November 15, 2026 deadline. Those lacking familiarity with Guinea's educational landscape or French fluency will find this role unsuitable.
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