Thematic Section: Digitalization and ALE - GRALE 6 - Consultancy

OVERVIEW

Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED)

Duty Station: remote

Classification of duty station:

Standard Duration of Assignment:

Job Family: Education

Type of contract : Affiliated personnel

Duration of contract : From 7 to 11 months

Recruitment open to : External candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 13-MAR-2026

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

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

Background

Published every three to four years, UNESCO’s Global Reports on Adult Learning and Education (GRALEs) take stock of adult learning and education (ALE) progress at national, regional and global levels, identify challenges and provide actionable recommendations for policymakers, practitioners and researchers and other relevant ALE stakeholders. The reports are expected to present evidence to inform policies, to advocate for a stronger policy focus and increased funding for ALE, to promote quality provision and inclusive participation, and to share examples of best practice.

The Sixth Global Report on Adult Learning and Education (GRALE 6), to be published in 2027, is structured around two sections: a monitoring section and a thematic section. Focusing on the overarching theme of “ALE in times of rapid change”, the report will explore how adult learning and education can both respond to and shape global transformations. By examining key drivers of change – digitalization, economic shifts, climate change, and conflicts – GRALE 6 aims to showcase how ALE serves as a catalyst for empowerment, adaptability, resilience, and positive social transformation.

Long Description

Thematic Chapter A: Digitalization and ALE

The thematic section of GRALE 6 addresses four interconnected global themes[1], one of which is the relationship between digitalization and adult learning and education. The