About the opportunity
The Horizontes Amazonía Program (2025–2027) is a joint initiative by UNESCO and the Porticus Foundation designed to transform secondary education in the Peruvian Amazon. The program aims to provide adolescents in Amazonas, Loreto, Madre de Dios, and Ucayali with an integral educational proposal that fosters socio-emotional, intercultural, and environmental skills. As the Territorial Management Specialist for Condorcanqui, the successful candidate will manage the local implementation, provide technical assistance to local education offices (UGEL), and ensure inter-institutional coordination. The role involves direct accompaniment of four secondary schools in El Cenepa and Nieva to promote school retention and intercultural citizenship.
Salary and benefits
- Monthly remuneration based on the delivery of 11 specific products, each valued at 9% of the total contract.
- Coverage of travel costs for frequent field visits to districts and communities within the Amazonas region.
- Opportunity to work with a leading international organization in the education sector.
- Professional engagement in high-impact territorial management and indigenous education projects.
Who can apply?
- University degree in Education, Social Sciences (Sociology, Anthropology, Social Work), or Psychology.
- At least 5 years of general professional experience in development or educational projects with vulnerable populations.
- Minimum 4 years of experience specifically in educational programs or projects in the Amazon region.
- Minimum 3 years of experience working with indigenous communities; experience with Awajún or Wampis populations is a distinct advantage.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in interculturality or Bilingual Intercultural Education (EIB).
- Proven experience in team coordination and inter-institutional articulation.
- Native-level proficiency in Spanish.
- Must be entitled to work in Peru and not hold a current contract with the State.
- Must reside in or be willing to relocate to Condorcanqui, Amazonas.
Required documents
- Personal Curriculum Vitae.
- UNESCO Employment History Form.
- Technical and Economic Proposal.
When to apply
- The application deadline is September 24, 2026, at midnight (UTC-5).
How to apply
- Download the official application format from the link provided in the vacancy notice.
- Prepare a single PDF document containing your CV, Employment History Form, and Technical/Economic Proposal.
- Submit the application through the UNESCO careers portal (careers.unesco.org).
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo a selection process that may include tests and competency-based interviews.
Additional information
- The contract duration is 11 months, subject to performance and budget availability.
- This is a consultancy contract (Level 2 – Middle) and does not include health insurance coverage or expectations of renewal.
- The role requires frequent travel to remote districts and communities in the Amazonas region.
- UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment and encourages applications from indigenous groups and persons with disabilities.
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 professionals with deep roots or extensive field experience in the Peruvian Amazon, particularly those familiar with Awajún and Wampis cultural contexts.
- Strong fit for candidates with a robust background in Bilingual Intercultural Education (EIB) and territorial management.
- Excellent for individuals who excel at navigating complex institutional relationships between government agencies (UGEL/DREA) and local community leaders.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires living in or relocating to the remote province of Condorcanqui, which may involve challenging living conditions.
- As a consultancy, the position does not provide health insurance, requiring the consultant to manage their own coverage.
- The 11-month term is fixed with no guarantee of extension, making it a temporary commitment.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This opportunity is perfectly suited for an education specialist looking to apply territorial management skills in a high-stakes, culturally diverse environment. It allows a professional to directly influence the educational outcomes of indigenous adolescents while gaining prestigious experience within the UN system. The role provides a platform to implement sustainable pedagogical models that bridge the gap between national standards and local indigenous realities.
Our take
Serious consideration should be given by those with a strong commitment to indigenous rights and Amazonian development who are ready for a field-heavy, on-site role in a remote region. It is less suitable for candidates seeking a traditional office-based role in Lima or those requiring long-term job security with full benefits.
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