National Research Consultant, Tech4Ed Initiative

Provides research and analytical support to UNICEF’s Tech4Ed Initiative, developing evidence for a cluster-school digitalisation investment case and evaluating mobile and satellite connectivity options to inform affordable, scalable internet and intranet access for schools in Tajikistan.

Department: Education

• Design and conduct research for the Tech4Ed investment case
• Develop a cost model for digitalising schools through a cluster-school approach
• Assess mobile and satellite connectivity options for schools
• Analyse affordability, scalability, policy constraints and implementation risks
• Engage government, telecommunications and development partners to validate findings
• Produce evidence-based recommendations and policy reports for national decision-makers

• Advanced university degree in a relevant field
• At least five years of experience in digital learning, education technology, education research, connectivity or policy
• Demonstrated research, data analysis and policy-reporting experience
• Fluency in English and Tajik
• Working knowledge of Russian

• Home-based consultancy with travel in Tajikistan