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.
Project Manager
Vacancy notice no: 1007
Sector: BDT
Department: DDR
Country of contract: Thailand
Duty station: Bangkok
Position number: PROJ-5056
Grade: P4
Type of contract: Fixed-term
Duration of contract: 12 months
Recruitment open to: External
Application deadline (Midnight Geneva Time): 24 January 2023
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT
The Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) is responsible for the organization and coordination of the work of the Telecommunication Development Sector (ITU-D) of the Union which deals mainly with ICT-focused development policies, strategies and programmes, as well as technical cooperation activities, to promote digital inclusion and drive digital transformation at community, country and regional levels. To effectively and efficiently serve the needs of ITU members, BDT is organized into four functional areas:
- Office of the Deputy to the Director and Field Operations Coordination Department
- Partnerships for Digital Development Department
- Digital Networks & Society Department
- Digital Knowledge Hub Department
The office of the Deputy to the Director and Field Operations Coordination Department is responsible for advising and supporting the Director on the direction and management of the Bureau. It is also responsible for leading all matters related to personnel, strategic, financial and operational planning and reporting processes. The department oversees the work of the Regional Offices, ensuring proper delegation of authority and accountability of the Regional Offices. This department coordinates the holding of BDT conferences and events, monitors the implementation of decisions emanating from the World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC), the Telecommunication Development Advisory Group (TDAG) or Council, and cooperates closely with the other Sectors of the Union and the General Secretariat on matters of relevance to BDT and the overall work of the Union. BDT Regional Directors report to this department.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of the Regional Director, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
- Lead, implement and deliver all project outputs and outcomes on time, within budget and of high standards and quality.
- Provide specialized advice on critical technology, international standards and frameworks, especially in their gender and social implications.
- Identify, design, prepare, organize, and implement meetings, trainings, and workshops to regulators, policy and law makers, and other stakeholders concerning critical technologies, particularly AI, and their gender and social implications.
- Develop detailed project implementation plans for the implementation of all activities, including project sustainability arrangements, and promotion strategies as well as staffing (short term technical experts) for each phase of the project.
- Draft terms of reference, manage, monitor, supervise, and evaluate experts and team and ensure the timely provision of their outputs.
- Build and maintain relationships with those involved in project implementation (government focal points, DFAT, and other stakeholders) as well as ITU professionals in the Region and HQs, and coordinate the mobilization of the required regional resources.
- Provide support for the effective management of the ITU project budget and prepare revisions as required and upon annual receipt of funding allocations for the project.
- Identify, solicit, and create network of female policy makers, regulators and delegates in Southeast Asia and share good practices and lessons learned as well as coordination and cooperation.
- Prepare reports and status updates and maintain country related data for the target countries, including all grant agreement reporting requirements and monitoring and evaluation data collection.
- Perform other related duties as assigned. Competencies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (continuation)
CORE COMPETENCIES
Applying Expertise; Effective Communication; Learning and Knowledge Sharing; Organizational Commitment; Results-Focused, and; Teamwork and Collaboration.
FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Good knowledge of project cycle management. Excellent knowledge of Artificial Intelligence, Southeast Asia standardization ecosystem, gender, and social implications of Artificial Intelligence. Knowledge of the standardization ecosystem in the Southeast Asia region would be an advantage.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education:
Advanced university degree in engineering, information technology, information systems, economics, social sciences, project management, or a related 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 fields above. For internal candidates, a first university degree in one of the fields above in combination with ten years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree for promotion or rotation purposes.
Experience:
At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in managing projects/programmes in the context of international development, including at least three at the international level. A Doctorate in a related field can be considered as a substitute for three years of working experience. Proven experience in budget, scope and time management and risk management. Experience of gender and social implications of technologies, in the Southeast Asia region, would be an advantage. Experience creating a regional stakeholder network would be an advantage. Related work experience in Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, and/or Indonesia would be an advantage.
Languages:
Knowledge of one of the six official languages of the Union (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish) at advanced level and knowledge of a second official language at intermediate level. Knowledge of a third official language would be an advantage. (Under the provisions of Resolution No. 626 of the Council, a relaxation of the language requirements may be authorized in the case of candidates from developing countries: when candidates from such countries possess a thorough knowledge of one of the official languages of the Union, their applications may be taken into consideration.)
Knowledge of Thai, Bahasa Malay, Bahasa Indonesia, or Tagalog would be an advantage.
BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS
Total annual salary consists of a net annual salary (net of taxes and before medical insurance and pension fund deductions) in US dollars and a post adjustment (PA) (cost of living allowance). The PA is variable and subject to change without notice in accordance with the rates as set within the UN Common System for salaries and allowances.
Annual salary from $ 73,516 + post adjustment $ 30,215
Other allowances and benefits subject to specific terms of appointment, please refer to https://jobs.itu.int/content/What-we-offer/?locale=en_US
ADDITIONAL 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 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.
