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Individual Contractor - Digital Economy Development and Transformation
United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP)
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
CON Consultancy
Closing soon: 4 May 2026
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Job Description
Result of Service
• Timely Delivery: All deliverables are submitted within the agreed timeline. • Quality: Comprehensive, accurate, and well-structured documentation.
Work Location
Bangkok, Thailand
Expected duration
11 May-10 Aug 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Head of SROSEA, the responsibilities are: • Review the full draft of the ASEAN–EAEU digital economy study/report, including annexes and data sources. • Assess the structure, coherence, and clarity of the narrative. • Evaluate the relevance, accuracy, and robustness of data, analysis, and policy recommendations. • Ensure balanced representation of ASEAN and EAEU contexts. • Provide written feedback and suggested revisions. • Participate in virtual consultations with ESCAP and stakeholders, as required.
Qualifications/special skills
Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in economics, international development, environmental policy, sustainable finance, or a related field. A PhD is an asset. At least 7 years of experience in digital economy development, economic policy analysis, sustainable development, or regional cooperation. Proven experience in reviewing and editing policy reports or technical studies, with a focus on analytical rigor, clarity, and policy relevance. Demonstrated ability to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and areas for improvement in complex policy documents. Familiarity with ASEAN and/or EAEU institutional frameworks, regional priorities, and cooperation mechanisms. Experience working with or for international organizations, government agencies, or regional bodies on development-related initiatives. Knowledge of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its application in regional contexts. Strong written communication skills, with the ability to provide constructive feedback and synthesize diverse inputs into coherent recommendations.
Languages
Fluency of English is required.
Additional Information
Not available.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
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