Project Coordinator Consultant - MERIAN Project

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Project Coordinator Consultant – MERIAN Project

Vacancy notice no: 1901
Sector: BDT
Department: Regional Offices
Country of contract: Remote
Duty station: Home Based

Position number: ((positionNumber))
Grade: ((PositionGrade))
Type of contract: Consultant
Duration of contract: 100 working days – 10 months
Recruitment open to: External
Application deadline (Midnight Geneva Time): 30 January 2025

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.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

The MERIAN project (2024-2027) is a collaboration between the European Union, FAO, and the International Telecommunication Union. The project will improve the technical assistance coverage of the National Centre for Agricultural and Forestry Technology (CENTA), promote digital education for CENTA extension workers and researchers, students of the National School of Agriculture (ENA), and generate new environmentally friendly technologies in order to improve productivity in the agricultural sector.

TERMS OF REFERENCE

Under the guidance of the ITU Project Manager for the MERIAN project, the Consultant will ensure the development and implementation of the MERIAN project, in compliance with the ITU Project Management Manual, as well as with ITU internal rules and procedures. To this extent, the consultant will:

• Lead the development and the implementation of the project activities at the country level under the responsibility of ITU, in close collaboration with identified partners.
• Draft speeches, opinion pieces, and briefings for senior management.
• Produce digital assets; organize in-person workshops and produce statistical guidelines.
• Provide guidance to other consultants and collaborate with the project’s score team.
• Ensure that the project advances against the workplan.
• Ensure participation of the project target beneficiaries in the project activities through appropriate communication strategies.
• Ensure the implementation and delivery of all project outputs according to the established workplan and the results framework.
• Regularly review project status, evaluate performance criteria, document issues, and manage risks.
• Prepare necessary documents such as progress reports, annual reports, and financial reports.
• Develop project documents and implementation plans, with clear goals, deliverables, KPIs, and timelines.
• Assess the results of the project activities and evaluate their impact.

COMPETENCIES

• Outstanding communication skills and ability to interact with senior policymakers.
• Proven project management skills, including budget, activity, and data management.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious working relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education:
University degree in telecommunication/ICT, economics, international development, business administration, management, engineering, or a related field. An advanced degree would be an advantage.

Experience:
At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of the Special Service Agreement (SSA).

Languages:
Knowledge of Spanish and English at advanced level.

REMUNERATION INFORMATION

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 career 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 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.

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 to apply to become a part of the organization.

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