Roster – Consultants for BDT School Connectivity / Giga
Organization: International Telecommunication Union (ITU) – Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT)
Initiative: Giga (joint ITU–UNICEF initiative)
Contract type: Consultant (Roster)
Location: Remote / Home-based
Duration: On-demand assignments until 30 June 2026
Application deadline: 30 April 2026 (Geneva time)
This vacancy is not for one fixed job but for a consultant roster. Successful candidates may be called upon for short- or medium-term assignments as project needs arise.
Purpose of the Role
The consultant will support school connectivity projects under Giga, a global initiative aiming to connect every school in the world to the internet by 2030.
You will help ITU and UNICEF work with countries to plan, coordinate, and implement school connectivity activities—especially in developing and G77 countries.
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Where the Role Sits
You will work under ITU’s Digital Networks & Environment Department (DNE) within BDT, collaborating closely with:
- ITU technical and project teams
- UNICEF’s Giga teams
- Government and country stakeholders
Key Responsibilities
As a Country Engagement Consultant, you will mainly provide project coordination and operational support, including:
Project & Country Support
- Support country engagement activities for school connectivity
- Coordinate with ITU and UNICEF teams on ongoing project work
- Prepare materials for publication and internal updates
Meetings & Workshops
- Organize and support meetings and workshops
- Draft agendas, invitation letters, and documentation
- Coordinate with host countries and conference services
- Take minutes and review meeting contributions
Monitoring & Reporting
- Track project timelines, deliverables, and deadlines
- Identify risks or delays and propose solutions
- Maintain project management tools (e.g. Trello)
- Prepare weekly updates and progress reports
Documentation & Administration
- Draft speeches, talking points, financial reports, and highlights
- Support internal coordination and administrative tasks
- Contribute to weekly BDT and Giga updates
Deliverables (Examples)
Deliverables vary by assignment but may include:
- Process evaluations and improvement recommendations
- Meeting agendas, minutes, and workshop documentation
- Project reports, financial summaries, and updates
- Weekly coordination emails and Trello updates
- Communication materials for school connectivity initiatives
Who This Is For
This opportunity is ideal for someone who:
- Wants UN consulting experience in digital development
- Is interested in education, connectivity, and ICT for development
- Is comfortable working remotely with international teams
- Enjoys coordination, documentation, and project support roles
Required Profile
Education
- University degree in Telecommunications, International Development, Diplomacy, International Relations, or a related field
- Advanced degree is an advantage
Experience
- Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
- Project or programme management experience is a plus
- Familiarity with the UN system is an asset
Languages
- Fluent English required
- Knowledge of another UN language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian) is an advantage
Remuneration
- USD 185 – 360 per working day
- Rate depends on experience and assignment scope
Why This Opportunity Matters
- Contribute to a global UN-UNICEF flagship initiative
- Flexible, remote consulting assignments
- Strong exposure to international development, ICT policy, and education connectivity
- Valuable stepping stone for longer-term UN or international consultancy roles
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