Position: Director of Educational Projects (full-time)
Organization: Artificial Intelligence Council of Tajikistan under the Ministry of Industry and New Technologies of the Republic of Tajikistan
Location: Dushanbe
Remuneration: 10000 TJS (net after all taxes)
About us:
The Artificial Intelligence Council of Tajikistan under the Ministry of Industry and New Technologies of the Republic of Tajikistan is a recently established organization with the goal to develop artificial intelligence in Tajikistan according to the National Strategy on AI, which was approved by the President of Tajikistan on September 30, 2022. AI Council focuses on the implementation of projects and initiatives in four major directions including education, deployment, data, and ethics. Leading companies in the finance and telecom sectors are members of the AI Council (Babilon, Megafon, ZET Mobile, Spitamen Bank, Eskhata Bank). The funding of the AI Council comes primarily from members’ contributions and other international organizations. Currently, the Council is implementing Upskill 1.0 project on capacity building among teachers and students of universities in Tajikistan on AI. Furthermore, several nationwide projects on AI are planned.
Key responsibilities:
- Defining key concepts and skills in the field of artificial intelligence for integration into the school curriculum;
- Creating educational materials, teaching aids, and programs to ensure a high standard of education in AI;
- Ensuring alignment of the curriculum with modern technological requirements and teaching methodologies;
- Analyzing existing programs and curricula related to artificial intelligence in universities;
- Developing strategies to enhance academic courses, implement innovative teaching methodologies, and incorporate modern technologies into the educational process;
- Establishing partnerships with industry and academic institutions to update the content of educational programs;
- Leading AI academy;
- Continuously updating the curriculum content in line with innovations and labor market demands;
- Building and managing a team, including teachers, trainers, and administrative staff;
- Developing long-term strategies for the development of educational projects in the field of artificial intelligence;
- Establishing partnerships with organizations, industries, and governmental institutions to support and collaboratively implement educational and research projects;
- Systematically monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of educational projects, making adjustments to strategies based on results.
Qualification:
- Minimum 3 years experience in a leadership position in an educational settings;