INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATION UNION
ITU is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technologies, with the mission to connect the world. To achieve this, ITU manages the radio-frequency spectrum and satellite orbits at the international level, works to improve communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishes global standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communication systems.
Consultant for the Development of National Strategy on Digital Inclusion for Women &Girls in Lebanon
Vacancy notice no: 1753
Sector: BDT
Department: DDR
Country of contract: Remote
Duty station: Home Based
Position number: [[positionNumber]]
Grade: [[PositionGrade]]
Type of contract: Consultant
Duration of contract: 25 working days
Recruitment open to: External
Application deadline (Midnight Geneva Time): 18 November 2024
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT
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)
• Projects, Partnerships & Digital Skills Department (PPS)
• Digital Networks & Environment Department (DNE)
• Digital Knowledge Society Department (DKS)
The Office of the Deputy to the Director and Operations Coordination Department are responsible for ensuring operation readiness and providing support for the functioning of the regional offices and headquarters in Geneva, especially the implementation of projects and programmes. Functional areas, such as meetings, fellowship and IT support reports to this Department. The unit for special attention in all aspects related to LDCs, LLDCs and SIDs is the responsibility of this Department. The Deputy to the Director is responsible for assisting and advising the Director in the direction and management of the Bureau including on all questions related to personnel, financial and operational planning process. The Department is responsible for leading the operational planning and implementation support, within the framework of the Action Plan. The Department is also responsible for coordinating conferences and events, editorial works and documentation control, monitoring the implementation of decisions emanating from ITU and BDT governing bodies, including TDAG, Council, Conferences and Assemblies of the other Sectors on matters of relevance to BDT. The Department is responsible for coordination of the Bureau's cooperation with other Sectors and General Secretariat.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
ITU is looking for a consultant with expertise on digital economy and gender to perform a review of existing policies and regulations related to the digital economy in Lebanon, to assess its gender-responsiveness, to identify the gaps and the recommendations for interventions, and to provide a tailored draft of its national strategy.
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Under the direction of the ITU Regional Director, the overall guidance of the Senior Digital Inclusion Coordinator, and in close collaboration with the Policy and Regulation thematic priority of ITU-BDT, the consultant will:
- Review and analyze all suggested policies and regulations to develop country snapshot illustrating trends, changes and gaps in mainstreaming gender in digital economy related sectors and areas.
- Conduct 10 interviews/consultations as needed (with government representatives, policy makers and other stakeholders i.e. women’s associations, private sector) and have them validated by ITU.
- Develop a draft national strategy on digital inclusion of women and girls which includes a comprehensive assessment and analysis of gender components in policies and regulations related to digital economy in the country.
CONCRETE DELIVERABLES
- Validated key preliminary findings in an online validation workshop.
- Coordinated presentation of the final draft with policy makers explaining the rationality and ways to implement it.
- Participation in regular video meetings with the ITU team to plan and coordinate the assignment-related activities.
COMPETENCIES
Proficient knowledge of ICT, digital policy and regulations, national policies or strategies, and digital inclusion.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education: Advanced university degree in telecommunications law, business administration, gender, economics, political science or a relevant field, OR education from a reputed college of advanced education with a diploma of equivalent standard to that of an advanced university degree in one of the above-mentioned fields.
Experience: At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in the field relevant to the Special Service Agreement (SSA). Proven experience in developing country assessments in the area of ICT, digital policy and regulations, national policies or strategies, and digital inclusion.
Languages: Knowledge of English at advanced level. Advanced knowledge of Arabic is desirable.
INFORMATION ON RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the ITU Careers 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. 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.
ITU applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. ITU is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. Achieving gender balance is a high priority for ITU.
