International Telecommunication Union ITU Vacancy Technical Officer – ICT Applications, ICT Applications and Cybersecurity Division, Policies and Stra

tVACANCY NOTICE No. P2-2009 Applications from women are encouraged;
Functions: Technical Officer – ICT Applications;
Posts numbers: TD32/P3/345;
Type of appointment: Fixed-Term for two years;
Grade: P.3;
Duty station: ITU Headquarters, Geneva, Switzerland:

Qualifications required

1. University degree in telecommunication or relevant field (computer science, engineering, etc.). Relevant training in ICT applications such as e-health, e-government, e-environment is required. A qualifying combination of education, university training and experience may be considered in lieu of a university degree in the case where no suitable candidate with a degree is identified

2. At least five years experience in ICT with at least two years at the international level.

3. Excellent knowledge of one of the six official languages of the Union (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish) and very good knowledge of a second, however English is essential. 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.)



Competencies

4. Practical knowledge of ICT Applications (e.g.: e-government, e-health and e-environment) and related issues and challenges associated with implementation in developing countries.

5. Excellent analysis and research skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with a range of partners and prepare a variety of reports.

6. Excellent organization skills to organize a variety of activities, plan various events and monitor and coordinate external contractors.

7. Ability to work with people from different regions of the world and from both public and private sectors.

8. Knowledge of development issues in developing countries would be an advantage.




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Closing date: March 19, 2009.