National Programme Officer (Social and Human Sciences)

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Overview of the Functions of the Post Growing inequalities, accelerating climate change, changing demographics and the digital transformation underpin the focus of UNESCOs Social and Human Science Sector (SHS) in fostering inclusive societies, and ensuring the ethical development of emerging technologies, including of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Rapid advances in emerging technologies and the rise of Artificial Intelligence and other new technologies have made imperative the need for ethical safeguards and global standards, for AI governance, as well as for guidance of citizens who are empowered to shape these developments. The Recommendation on the Ethics of AI, adopted in November 2021 is a global standard that aims to leveraging the positive impact of AI, while addressing its inherent risks. Supporting capacity-building efforts towards the implementation of this recommendation is critical to getting AI governance right. Meaningful engagement with youth, reinforcing media and information literacy, leveraging the power of sports for social inclusion, promotion of intercultural dialogue and supporting youth and women, as well as partnering with government and other key stakeholders in this regard is key to advancing UNESCOs 2017 Recommendation on Science and Scientific Researchers, focusing on the protection of scientists and enhancing the science-policy nexus via the Management of Social Transformation (MOST) programme.