Consultant for Policy Research Support for AI Ready Flemish Public Administration Project

UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization - UNESCO

Consultant Closes 05 May 2026 2 days left

Overview

Provide junior-level policy research support to the AI-Ready Flemish Public Administration project, contributing to the revision and publication of the UNESCO Readiness Assessment Methodology, event management, and research activities.


Key Responsibilities
  • Support the revision and publication of the UNESCO Readiness Assessment Methodology, including reviewing documentation, drafting and editing sections, coordinating feedback, and preparing for publication.
  • Support project events through planning, coordination, preparation of background documents, on-site or virtual support, and drafting post-event summaries.
  • Provide research support on AI governance and ethical AI implementation, including literature reviews, drafting background notes, stakeholder mapping, and monitoring policy developments.
Required Experience

Minimum two years of professional or academic experience in policy research, digital governance, or a related field. Recent graduates with strong academic research experience are encouraged to apply. Prior experience in an international or multilateral organisation, supporting EU-funded projects, or working within a European public administration context is desirable. Familiarity with UNESCO’s Readiness Assessment Methodology or the Recommendation on the Ethics of AI is desirable. Experience conducting research and analysis on AI ethical, legal, social, and governance issues is strongly desirable. Prior experience producing policy-oriented publications is desirable. Experience with asynchronous communication and remote-first teams is desirable.

Qualifications

University degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in governance of artificial intelligence, ethical and social implications of artificial intelligence or digital technologies, science and technology studies, law and technology, public administration, political science, or other related fields. Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field is desirable.

Other Details
Languages Required
Excellent knowledge (spoken and written) of English.
Languages Preferred
Excellent knowledge of Dutch (spoken and written) is considered highly desirable.
Contract Duration
3 months
Work Modality
Remote with occasional missions to Brussels
Remuneration
Not specified
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