Consultoría en Juventudes y Gobernanza de la IA en Educación en América Latina y el Caribe
Organizational Context
UNESCO is committed to ensuring that the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education respects human rights and promotes inclusive and equitable learning environments. The organization recognizes the significant impact of AI on youth, both as students and users of educational technologies. This consultancy aligns with UNESCO's efforts to foster ethical AI governance and ensure that youth perspectives are central to policy development and implementation in this critical domain.
Job Purpose
The purpose of this consultancy is to analyze how youth perspectives can be effectively integrated into decision-making processes concerning the development, adoption, and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education across Latin America and the Caribbean. The consultant will identify relevant decision-making areas, suitable participation modalities, and necessary institutional conditions to ensure youth contributions are considered. The ultimate goal is to formulate policy recommendations and practical guidance that promote more systematic and meaningful youth participation in AI governance within the education sector, drawing on international best practices and adapting them to the regional context.
Responsibilities
The consultant will be responsible for reviewing international precedents and experiences in youth participation in AI governance, with a specific focus on education. This includes examining existing advancements in youth engagement in educational decision-making. The consultant will analyze key decision-making areas and levels related to AI in education, identifying where youth perspectives are most pertinent and the specific contributions youth can offer. Furthermore, the consultant will explore various participation modalities suitable for different decision-making stages, considering their characteristics, stakeholders, and how youth input can be incorporated. Crucially, the consultant will identify institutional conditions necessary for inclusive, accessible, and meaningful youth participation, including feedback mechanisms and transparency. The role also involves identifying criteria and conditions to ensure participation mechanisms are inclusive and accessible, addressing specific barriers faced by diverse youth groups in Latin America and the Caribbean. Finally, the consultant will formulate policy recommendations and practical guidance for educational institutions, public authorities, and other relevant actors.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of proven professional experience in research, analysis, or advisory roles related to public policy, education, governance, or youth participation is necessary. Demonstrated experience in document review, policy analysis, information systematization, and the preparation of technical reports, policy papers, and recommendations is essential for this role.
Skills
Required skills include a strong understanding of citizen and youth participation approaches, participatory governance, and inclusion in public policy formulation. The consultant must possess excellent analytical, synthesis, communication, and technical writing skills in Spanish. Desirable skills include experience with international organizations, public institutions, universities, or civil society organizations, and knowledge of UNESCO's Recommendation on the Ethics of AI.