Programme Officer
Quick answer
ITU is hiring a mid-level Programme Officer in Panama City, Panama, with a total annual salary of $71,335 + post adjustment $22,185, to support regional activities and improve connectivity and use of ICT services in the Americas Region.
- Role
- Programme Officer
- Organization
- International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
- Location
- Panama City, Panama
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- 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). Annual salary from $ 71,335 + post adjustment $ 22,185
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Programme Officer position at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in Panama City involves supporting regional activities, managing projects, and providing technical assistance to improve connectivity and use of ICT services in the Americas Region.
What you'll do
- Participate in regional activities, organizing digital inclusion workshops and advisory missions
- Identify and analyze the needs of developing countries for ITU’s assistance
- Provide support to field colleagues in designing joint projects
- Participate in the mobilization of resources and identification of potential sources of funding
- Liaise with regional bodies, institutions, and banks to secure financial and other resources
- Contribute to the preparation of the draft Operational Plan
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in telecommunications engineering, ICTs or economics/management or a related field
- At least five years of progressively responsible experience in the field
- Knowledge of one of the six official languages of the Union at advanced level and a second official language at intermediate level
- Experience within the telecommunication sector in the Americas Region
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Salary, post adjustment, other allowances and benefits subject to specific terms of appointment
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Panama City, Panama.
What is the compensation package?
The 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). Annual salary from $ 71,335 + post adjustment $ 22,185.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in telecommunications engineering, ICTs or economics/management or a related field, at least five years of progressively responsible experience in the field, and knowledge of one of the six official languages of the Union at advanced level and a second official language at intermediate level.
How do I apply?
To apply, please visit the ITU career website.
Is the job remote?
The work schedule is not specified, but the job is based in Panama City, Panama.
How to apply
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