Salary :
fr280 - 650 daily
INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATION UNION
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 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.
Roster - Internal AI Strategy, Automation and Agentic AI Enablement Consultant
Vacancy notice no: 2379
Sector: SG
Department: ISD
Country of contract: Remote
Duty station: Home Based
Position number: [[positionNumber]]
Grade: [[PositionGrade]]
Type of contract: Consultant
Duration of contract: 3 months with possible 3 month extension
Recruitment open to: External
Application deadline (Midnight Geneva Time): 31 December 2026
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT
The General Secretariat directs administrative, human and financial resources and activities of the Union, including the implementation of the provisions of the administrative regulations on operational questions, the dissemination of information on telecommunication/ICT matters for operational and other purposes, and the provision of legal advice to the whole of the Union. The General Secretariat coordinates the implementation of the Strategic Plan, monitors the telecommunication/ICT environment and recommends as needed action relating to the Union’s future policies and strategy. The General Secretariat ensures inter-sectoral coordination and cooperation to advance a whole of ITU approach (One-ITU) in headquarters and the field. The General Secretariat provides logistical and information technology support to the Union’s activities including conferences and global forums; the coordination of the work of the Union with the United Nations system, and other international organizations; and the engagement of the Member States, Sector Members, and Academia. The General Secretariat manages corporate governance, and strategic communications and relations with the media, different stakeholder groups as well as the general public.
Within the General Secretariat, the Information Services Department (IS) is the focal point for the ITU information technology services, managing ERP, CRM, documents, information systems and infrastructure, service-desk, library, archives and information management services, safety and security (both physical and logical), to support staff both at Headquarters and in the Field, as well as delegates attending conferences, meetings and events world-wide. It also promotes ICT collaboration, partnerships and information-sharing and represents ITU in inter-organization meetings and committees related to information technology and security management.
The ITU is accelerating its institutional digital transformation agenda to strengthen operational excellence, modernize workflows, improve productivity, and establish stronger enterprise AI readiness across the organization. As part of this effort, ITU is launching a focused initiative on Internal AI Strategy, Automation, and Agentic AI Enablement to accelerate practical AI adoption and operational transformation across internal business functions and institutional workflows. The initiative aims to:
To accelerate delivery, ITU seeks highly experienced senior consultants with strong hands-on expertise in enterprise AI implementation, workflow automation, agentic AI solutions, and rapid delivery of operational AI capabilities in complex organizations.
Under the direction of the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the consultant will work in close collaboration with the Information Services Department (ISD), the Transformation and Digital Innovation Accelerator team, Sectors, and business divisions across ITU and will support the following activities:
Desirable expertise in:
Education:
Advanced university degree in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Digital Transformation, or related field OR education from a reputed college of advanced education with a diploma of equivalent standard to that of an advanced university degree in one of the fields above.
Experience:
At least eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in enterprise digital transformation, AI implementation, automation, or innovation delivery.
Demonstrated hands-on experience implementing enterprise AI and/or agentic AI solutions.
Strong practical experience developing workflow automations and productivity solutions.
Experience working with enterprise AI platforms, copilots, automation tools, APIs, and orchestration frameworks.
Proven ability to combine strategic advisory support with technical implementation and operational delivery.
Experience working in large international organizations, governments, UN agencies, or similarly complex environments are highly desirable.
Languages:
Knowledge of English at advanced level. Knowledge of another official language of the Union (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) would be an advantage.
Between USD 280 and USD 650 per working day to be defined according to the work experience of the consultant.
INFORMATION ON RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the ITU Careers website. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. ITU uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. Messages originating from a non ITU e-mail account - @itu.int - should be disregarded. ITU does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
Itu Co., Ltd.
The United Nations agency for digital technologies
Read more about the company
GrabJobs is the no1 job portal in Switzerland, connecting you to thousands of jobs fast! Find the best jobs in Switzerland, apply in 1 click and get a job today!
Copyright © 2026 Grabjobs Pte.Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Your email job alert is now active!