National Consultant on Technical Support to the Pilot for Centres of Pedagogical Excellence (CPE)

JOB DETAILS

Type of contract : Consultant Contract

Level : Level 2 - Middle

Hiring Unit : Education Sector (ED)

Duty Station : Tashkent

Work location : On site

Duration of contract : 6 months

Hiring open to : External candidates

Application deadline (Midnight UTC+5 Time) : 31/03/2026

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

OVERVIEW

Note: This is the vacancy announcement for the 3 Positions based in Bukhara, Termez, Fergana (1 consultant per each region)

1. Background

Within the framework of the UNESCO-UNICEF Joint project "Empowering Education in Uzbekistan: Leveraging ICT and Digital Learning for High-Quality and Inclusive Education Results” funded by the Uzbekistan Vision 2030 Fund, UNESCO is working with the Ministry of Pre-school and School Education to improve education for vulnerable children across Uzbekistan, especially in rural areas and for girls. By introducing school-based models, the program focuses on modernizing classrooms, integrating digital learning tools, and enhancing support for children with disabilities. A part of this effort is building the capacity of teachers. Through targeted training and updated teaching resources, educators are better equipped to deliver inclusive and high-quality education that meets the needs of all students. This approach strengthens learning outcomes and ensures that more children, regardless of their background, have access to quality education.

The Joint Project’s Theory of Change identifies the establishment of Model Centres for Pedagogical Excellence as a critical precondition for achieving long‑term outcomes for children. These centres are envisioned as demonstration hubs for best practices in teacher training and professional development. Their success relies on close collaboration between the Ministry of Preschool and School Education (MoPSE), local education