Senior ICT/Digital Policy, Regulatory and Market Consultant Roster
<b><span id="cke_bm_858S" style="display:none"> </span>Vacancy notice no:</b> 1337 <br> <b>Sector:</b> BDT<br> <b>Department:</b> DKS<br> <b>Country of contract:</b> Remote<br> <b>Duty station:</b> Home Based
<b><span id="cke_bm_407S" style="display:none"> </span>Position number:</b> [[positionNumber]] <br> <b>Grade:</b> [[PositionGrade]] <br> <b>Type of contract:</b> Roster<br> <b>Duration of contract:</b> Various assignments<br> <b>Recruitment open to: </b>External<br> <b>Application deadline (Midnight Geneva Time):</b> 31 December 2026
<span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:16.5pt"><span><span style="color:black;vertical-align:middle">ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT</span></span></span></span></span>
<span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">The Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) is responsible for the organization and coordination of the work of the Telecommunication Development Sector (ITU-D) of the Union which deals mainly with ICT-focused development policies, strategies and programmes, as well as technical cooperation activities, to promote digital inclusion and drive digital transformation at community, country and regional levels. To effectively and efficiently serve the needs of ITU members, BDT is organized into four functional areas:</span>
<span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Office of the Deputy to the Director and Field Operations Coordination Department</span>
<span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Partnerships for Digital Development Department</span>
<span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Digital Networks & Society Department</span>
<span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Digital Knowledge Hub Department</span>
The Digital Knowledge Hub Department is responsible for providing best practices and information to support the public policy decisions of ITU Member States. This department provides a platform for the members, as well as for external entities such as researchers, the private sector and other development agencies, to obtain critical information on digital trends, information society developments and digital skills. In addition to consolidating ITU's position as the recognized global source for regulatory information and ICT data, this department is responsible for the work of ITU-D Study Groups. Finally, this department provides capacity and digital skills building programmes.
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Depending on the area of expertise, the consultant will:
Carry-out research (desktop and interviews) and detailed analysis on topical policy, regulatory and market trends covering all aspects of the digital economy and society.
Assess digital transformation readiness of countries and regions using ITU products and tools.
Prepare evidence-based digital policy, regulatory and economic high-level briefs.
Draft articles, country reviews and comprehensive reports with recommendations on thematic digital/ICT policy, market, and regulatory issues to foster universal meaningful connectivity and sustainable digital transformation.
Develop and review national and regional ICT/digital strategies, policies and regulatory frameworks providing practical guidance (checklist, roadmaps, and other tools) to policy makers and regulators.
Develop training materials for instructor-led and self-paced training sessions on digital policy and regulation issues (including a syllabus card, presentations (slides with notes), questions for quiz with answers/explanation).
CONCRETE DELIVERABLES
Concrete deliverables will depend on the area of intervention of the consultant (Digital policy, regulatory and market trends).
Develop detailed analysis on policy, regulatory and market trends.
Contribute to the creation of topical digital policy, regulatory and market content.
Contribute to the assessment and development of digital policy and regulatory country reviews.
Contribute to the creation of training materials on digital policy and regulation.
COMPETENCIES
Very good knowledge of the telecom/ICT environment and digital ecosystem.
Extensive experience in ICT policy, regulatory and market analysis.
Ability to develop training content and deliver training.
Excellent ability to coordinate activities and communicate.
Excellent editing skills and ability to produce high quality reports and documentation in English.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education: University degree in telecommunication/ICTs, law, economics, public affairs and international relations, international development, management, engineering, political or social sciences or a related field. An advanced degree would be an advantage.
Experience: At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the above fields.
Languages: Knowledge of English or French or Spanish at advanced level.
REMUNERATION INFORMATION
Salary to be defined according to the work experience of the consultant (5 to 6 years of experience: US$ 230 to 360 / above 7 years of experience: US$ 280 to 430).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This is a Generic Vacancy Notice - Candidates selected will be added in a Roster.
<span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:16.5pt"><span><span style="color:black;vertical-align:middle">INFORMATION ON RECRUITMENT PROCESS </span></span></span></span></span>
<span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the ITU <a href="https://ituinternat1.valhalla55.stage.jobs2web.com/">Careers</a> website. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. ITU uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. </span></span></span></span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. Messages originating from a non ITU e-mail account - @itu.int - should be disregarded. ITU does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. </span></span></span></span>
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