Roster - Senior ICT/Digital Consultant

We are seeking experienced ICT and digital policy professionals to contribute to digital transformation initiatives across the Americas region. This consultancy roster offers opportunities to support governments, regulators, and other stakeholders in developing effective policies, regulatory frameworks, and strategies for the digital economy. Depending on your expertise, you may work on telecommunications policy, market analysis, spectrum management, cybersecurity, digital applications, or emergency telecommunications. You will contribute research, strategic insights, technical documentation, and capacity-building activities that help strengthen the digital ecosystem and expand inclusive access to ICT services. Working with regional and international stakeholders, you will support evidence-based decision-making and the development of sustainable digital environments. Selected consultants may be contacted for assignments that match their specialist knowledge, experience, and the evolving needs of regional programmes.

• Education: A university degree in Telecommunications, Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), Law, Economics, Public Affairs, International Relations, International Development, Management, Engineering, Political Science, Social Sciences, or a related field. An advanced degree is an advantage.

• Professional Experience: At least five years of progressively responsible professional experience in a relevant field, with substantial expertise in ICT policy, regulatory frameworks, and market analysis.

• Regional Expertise: Strong knowledge of the telecommunications and ICT landscape, digital ecosystem, policy environment, and market developments in the Americas region.

• ICT and Digital Policy Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of telecommunications regulation, digital transformation, economic and market trends, and the policy frameworks that support inclusive and sustainable digital development.

• Research and Analytical Skills: Ability to conduct specialized research, assess complex policy and market developments, interpret information, and produce clear, evidence-based recommendations.

• Training and Capacity Building: Experience designing learning materials, developing training content, facilitating workshops, and delivering training to professionals or institutional stakeholders.

• Communication and Documentation: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and technical documents in either English or Spanish.

• Coordination and Collaboration: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate activities, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders across different professional and cultural environments.

• Presentation Skills: Confidence in presenting technical information, communicating research findings, and explaining complex policy or regulatory issues to different audiences.

• Language Requirements: Advanced proficiency in either Spanish or English.

• Professional Attributes: A proactive, adaptable, and results-oriented approach, with the ability to work independently on consultancy assignments while maintaining effective communication with project teams and stakeholders.

• Additional Expertise: Experience in spectrum management, cybersecurity, digital applications, emergency telecommunications, economic analysis, or related areas of digital development is valuable, depending on the assignment.