Roster - EW4All Consultant on Inclusion and People-Centered Approach

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. ITU also organizes global Telecom events bringing together the most influential representatives of government and the private sector to exchange ideas and knowledge for the benefit of all.

 

Roster - EW4All Consultant on Inclusion and People-Centered Approach 

 

 Vacancy notice no: 2001 
Sector: BDT
Department: DNE
Country of contract: Remote
Duty station: Home Based

 

 Position number: [[positionNumber]] 
Grade: [[PositionGrade]] 
Type of contract: Consultant
Duration of contract: Various assignments (1 month to 12 months)
Recruitment open to: External
Application deadline (Midnight Geneva Time): 31 December 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. 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 Digital Networks & Environment Department (DNE) is responsible to assist the Member States, especially the G77 countries, in a wide range of ICT development challenges, as basic connectivity, spectrum management, evolution of current to future broadband networks and technologies, enabling universal and affordable access, and strengthening the security through the cybersecurity support. In addition, the DNE Department provides expertise and needed support for emergency telecommunications and the increasingly important and urgent aspects related to the environment and climate change.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Disasters have devastating impacts on lives, livelihoods and economies. Least developed countries (LDCs) and small island developing states (SIDS) are particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change and disasters. 
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) play an important role in strengthening resilience by ensuring the timely flow of vital information before, during and after disasters strike. Access to reliable information supports decision-making processes and enables life-saving emergency response. The rapid expansion of ICT networks and services including radio, satellite and mobile services have created new opportunities to reach more people quickly. However, ensuring the resilience of the systems themselves is equally important to maintain their functionality during catastrophic events. 
To be effective, early warning systems and crisis-time communication must prioritize last-mile connectivity and community-centred approaches. Reaching remote, vulnerable, and underserved populations requires innovative solutions, such as community radio, locally managed alert systems, and decentralised digital platforms. Strengthening local capacity through participatory approaches ensures that warnings are accessible, actionable, and culturally appropriate. Moreover, leveraging a mix of low-tech and high-tech solutions such as mobile-based alerts, social media, and traditional communication channels enhances in