Disaster Preparedness Consultant - National Emergency Telecom Plans and Mobile Early Warning
Category | Grade:Professional | CONDeadline:31 Dec 2026Job ID:941800455Posted on:10 Jun 2026
Overview
ITU seeks consultants to support member states in developing National Emergency Telecommunication Plans (NETP) and implementing mobile early warning systems under the UN Early Warnings for All (EW4All) initiative. The role involves coordinating with governments, GSMA and mobile network operators on cell broadcast and location-based SMS alerting.
Department: Digital Networks & Society Department (DNE)
Languages
Required: English
Job Functions
- Policy, Economics and International Affairs
- Engineering, Infrastructure and Technical Services
Minimum Experience
Not listed
Estimated Salary
Not available
Responsibilities
- Support development of National Emergency Telecommunication Plans
- Support implementation of mobile early warning systems using cell broadcast and SMS
- Coordinate with GSMA and mobile network operators
- Support country workshops and technical assistance under EW4All
- Prepare reports and documentation on disaster preparedness projects
Requirements
- University degree relevant to emergency telecommunications, disaster management or related field
- Progressively responsible experience in emergency telecommunications, disaster risk reduction and management, or early warning systems
- Advanced English required
Skills
National Emergency Telecommunication Plans (NETP)Mobile early warning systemsCell broadcast and location-based SMS alerting
Additional info
- Daily rate range varies by experience
- Contract duration varies from 15 to 80 working days