About the opportunity
The UNESCO Regional Office in Montevideo leads work in Social and Human Sciences for Latin America and the Caribbean concerning the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence. Within this mandate, the office supports Member States in implementing the UNESCO Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence and the Recommendation on the Ethics of Neurotechnology. The incumbent will support the coordination, implementation, and follow-up of regional AI ethics initiatives, working closely with governments, the private sector, and youth networks under the supervision of the Regional Specialist of SHS for LAC.
Salary and benefits
- Initial 6-month service contract offering professional engagement with a United Nations agency
- Opportunity to lead and support high-level regional dialogues, policy rollouts, and multi-stakeholder initiatives
- Collaboration with regional partners such as CAF – Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean and the European Union
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in public policy, law, political or social sciences, economics, computer science, science and technology studies, or a related field
- A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in digital policy, technology governance, ethics of AI or related fields, including in Latin America and the Caribbean
- Experience supporting the coordination of projects in multi-stakeholder settings involving governments, international organizations, the private sector, academia, or civil society
- Excellent written and spoken Spanish
- Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Uruguay
Required documents
- An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae
- A letter of interest (cover letter)
- A sample of written work in Spanish or English (such as a policy brief, report, or article)
When to apply
- Application deadline is 08/11/2026 (Midnight UTC−3 Time)
How to apply
- Prepare an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae, a cover letter, and a written work sample
- Submit your application through the UNESCO careers portal quoting the post title in the subject line by the stated deadline
Additional information
- Contract is offered for an initial period of 6 months, with the possibility of extension subject to satisfactory performance and the availability of funds
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview and may be asked to complete a written assessment
- UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment and does not charge a fee at any stage of the hiring 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…
- You have at least five years of professional experience in digital policy, technology governance, or AI ethics, particularly within Latin America and the Caribbean
- You possess an advanced university degree in a relevant social science, law, public policy, or technology field
- You demonstrate strong project coordination experience in complex multi-stakeholder environments involving governments and international bodies
- You have native or excellent professional proficiency in written and spoken Spanish
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is offered as a 6-month service contract with extension dependent on performance and funding availability
- Applicants must already be entitled to work in Uruguay
- The role requires physical presence at the duty station in Montevideo, meaning relocation is necessary if you are not currently based locally
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers a high-impact opportunity for mid-to-senior professionals looking to advance their careers in international public policy, digital governance, and multilateral diplomacy. Working directly with regional governments and international partners like CAF and the European Union allows you to build substantial operational expertise in technology ethics.
Our take
Professionals with a robust background in Latin American digital policy, fluent Spanish, and existing work authorization in Uruguay should seriously consider applying. Those lacking regional experience or the required background in AI governance and public policy will find this role less suitable.
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