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.