Service contract in ethics of Artificial Intelligence (Montevideo, Uruguay)

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Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert Apply now » Service contract in ethics of Artificial Intelligence JOB DETAILS Type of contract : Service Contract Level : SB2 Hiring Unit : Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS) Duty Station : Montevideo Work location : On site Duration of contract : 6 months Hiring open to : External candidates Application deadline (Midnight UTC−3 Time) : 08/11/2026 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT The UNESCO Regional Office in Montevideo leads the Organization’s work in Social and Human Sciences for Latin America and the Caribbean in the area of Ethics of Artificial Intelligence. Within this mandate, it supports Member States in implementing the UNESCO Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence (2021), the first global standard in this field, and more recently the Recommendation on the Ethics of Neurotechnology (2025). In the region, UNESCO accompanies the ministerial process on AI ethics — including the Third Ministerial and High-Level Authorities Summit held in Santo Domingo in June 2026 and its 2026–2027 Regional Roadmap — and works with governments on Readiness Assessments (RAM) and training for public servants, with the private sector through the Business Council for the Ethics of AI, and with young people through a regional youth network. This work is carried out in partnership with CAF – Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean, the European Union and other partners. Under the overall authority of the Director of the UNESCO Regional Office in Montevideo and the direct supervision of the Regional Specialist of SHS for LAC, the incumbent will support the coordination, implementation and follow-up of UNESCO’s AI ethics programme in the region. Long Description MAIN TASKS AND SERVICES 1. Support the follow-up of the 2026–2027 Regional Roadmap on AI ethics with the pro tempore presidency and CAF, including tracking working group progress and the finalization of products under UNESCO’s responsibility. 2. Support the implementation of Readiness Assessment (RAM) processes in the region, including coordination with consultants and national counterparts, organization of consultations and follow-up of deliverables. 3. Support the implementation and follow-up of AI ethics training programmes for national and subnational public servants. Long Description 4. Support UNESCO’s role in the Executive Secretariat of the Business Council for the Ethics of AI – Uruguay Chapter, including peer-learning sessions, training activities and uptake of the Ethical Impact Assessment (EIA). 5. Support the activities of the Youth Network for the Ethics of AI in Latin America and the Caribbean. 6. Contribute to partner relations and reporting (including CAF and the European Union), and to the drafting of terms of reference for new consultancies. 7. Contribute to knowledge products and communication materials (policy notes, blog posts, presentations, talking points) on AI ethics and, as relevant, neurotechnology. 8. Support the organization of workshops, meetings with authorities and experts, and public events, and provide administrative follow-up (contracts, budget tracking, progress reports). 9. Liaise with UNESCO Headquarters, field offices and category 1 institutes, as relevant. EXPECTED RESULTS 1. Timely and quality support provided to the Regional Specialist of SHS in the implementation of the AI ethics programme in LAC. 2. UNESCO’s commitments under the 2026–2027 Regional Roadmap followed up, and pending 2024–2025 products finalized and disseminated. 3. RAM processes (including Bolivia) supported and delivered according to agreed workplans. 4. Training programmes for public servants (including Uruguay’s departmental governments) implemented, followed up and reported on. 5. Business Council (Uruguay Chapter) and Youth Network activities organized as planned. 6. Partner reports, knowledge products and event materials prepared to a high standard and on time. Long Description Long Description DURATION OF THE CONTRACT The contract is offered for an initial period of 6 months, with the possibility of extension subject to satisfactory performance and the availability of funds. Long Description COMPETENCIES - Core (C) & Managerial (M) Communication (C) Accountability (C) Innovation (C) Knowlegde sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework . REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - 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. WORK EXPERIENCE - 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 t

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