Senior Advisor

The Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) is responsible for the organization and coordination of the work of the Telecommunication Development Sector of the Union. BDT deals mainly with development policies, strategies, programming, projects, as well as technical cooperation activities to enable and foster universal access to affordable, high-quality and secure telecommunications/ICTs and Foster equitable and inclusive use of telecommunications/ICTs to empower people and societies for sustainable development. To effectively and efficiently serve the needs of Member States, BDT is organized into four functional areas:

• Operations Coordination Department (Office of the Deputy to the Director) (DDR)
• Projects, Partnerships & Digital Skills Department (PPS)
• Digital Networks & Environment Department (DNE)
• Digital Knowledge Society Department (DKS)

The regional offices provide assistance to the ITU Member States of the Region, ensuring a close relationship and collaboration. To implement the agreed programs and projects, in accordance with the ITU Strategy Plan and the BDT Action Plan, with the active support of all Departments, providing timely information about their development. To provide proper line management and support, the Regional Directors report to the Director of the BDT.

This position is vital for the Regional Office and must be filled promptly to ensure the effective implementation and follow-up of regional initiatives and the strategic plan. The incumbent will report hierarchically to the Regional Director and will have a coordination role with other professional staff and General Service (G) staff.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Excellent research skills and very good knowledge of global trends in the relevant field of work.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks in the area/region.
• Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
• Experience and knowledge of prevailing conditions in the region, with a strong understanding of the challenges, needs and aspirations of the countries and members concerned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education:

Advanced university degree in telecommunications engineering or a related field science/engineering, electrical/electronic engineering), with some specialization in telecommunications or in social sciences, international relations, development studies, public administration, or business administration OR education in a reputed college of advanced education with a diploma of equivalent standard to that of an advanced university degree in one of the technical fields above.

Experience:

At least ten years of progressively responsible experience in the above-mentioned fields, preferably acquired in a telecommunications/ICT administration/organization, an international or regional organization, or a recognized private agency, including at least five years of experience at the international level. A doctorate in a related field can be considered as a substitute for three years of work experience.

You can see the full vacancy notice here: Senior Advisor