Roster - Emerging Technology Consultant

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

The International Telecommunication Union's Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) plays a critical role in building a secure and prosperous digital future. As the secretariat of the ITU Development Sector (ITU-D), the BDT prioritizes the adoption of new technologies within its mission to foster global ICT development. This aligns perfectly with the mandates set by the World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC-25) and the Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-22).

Both emphasize the need for a resilient digital environment.

ITU PP Resolution 214 on "Artificial intelligence technologies and telecommunications/information and communication technologies" guides the Union to foster information and advice-sharing to enhance understanding, particularly for developing countries, regarding the deployment of AI technologies in support of telecommunications/ICTs and their associated opportunities and challenges.

Under the direction of the Future Networks and Spectrum Management (ACCESS) Division (FNS) within the Digital Networks and Environment Department (DNE), the Consultant on Emerging Technology will support implementation in developing countries in leveraging innovative technologies. This initiative is part of the partnership between the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), in collaboration with the Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) of Korea (project 9

GLO
23134).

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Blockchain
• Metaverse
• Cloud
• 5G and 6G mobile networks
• LEO constellations

Under the direction of the specific area lead officer, the Consultant will collaborate with various stakeholders across the division supporting implementation on developing countries in leveraging innovative technologies. The primary objective of engaging Emerging Technology and AI consultants is to support global capacity building needs in line with ITU's strategic goals, and depending on the needs of the role, the selected consultant may be engaged for their expertise in the areas below:

• Support and contribute to activities related to the work of the division on Emerging Technologies.
• Review, assess and facilitate the development of Emerging Technologies policy and strategy documents.
• Conduct emerging technologies capacity development workshops and trainings on key topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Cloud, IoT, Metaverse, 5G, addressing the…