Plan and execute the study to generate actionable, evidence based recommendations and operational guidelines for more stackable micro credentials in Asia Pacific.
Conduct desk review & mapping to define the scope, research questions, methodology and work plan of the study in consultation with UNESCO Bangkok.
Implement surveys, Key informant interviews or focus group discussions with stakeholders including recognition authorities, NICs, QA agencies and networks, and experts.
Draft a report including case studies on micro-credential ecosystems covering different regions.
Co-facilitate consultation meetings to gather feedback and refine the report.
Prepare a policy brief for higher education policymakers based on the study report.

University degree at master’s level or equivalent in Education, Social Sciences, International Development or related field.
At least ten years of experience in conducting relevant research projects and/or programme planning and management in higher education and training;
At least three years of work experience acquired at the international level or in an international setting;
Experience with researching micro-credentials, and/or flexible learning, qualifications frameworks, recognition, quality assurance, digital credentials and interoperability in Asia-Pacific;
Understanding and knowledge of UNESCO’s mandate and its programming in relation to higher education.
Analytical skills to collect and review higher education policy documents, reports and diverse stakeholder perspectives in Asia and the Pacific;
Advanced research skills to plan, conduct, analyze and present findings from focus group discussions and stakeholder consultations;
Demonstrated expertise in collaborating with governmental bodies on related research and regional consultations;
Understands complex information and quickly identifies key issues;
Forms sound, evidence-based judgments and assesses risks to project delivery
Excellent report writing and oral presentation skills in English.

Individual Consultant – Study on Recognition and QA of Micro-credentials in Asia-Pacific

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