Research and Programme Individual Contractor

Result of ServiceOutput 1: Policy Dialogue Support Prepare background materials, talking points, and documentation to support discussions. Deliverable 1: Draft programme and background document for the policy dialogue Output 2: Event Coordination • Support the logistical and administrative organization of workshops, roundtables, and virtual consultations. • Coordinate with stakeholders and service providers to ensure smooth execution of events. Deliverable 2: • Information note for participants for the policy dialogues/workshops. • Invitation letters and registration list • Session guides Output 3: Stakeholder Engagement • Participate in virtual consultations with ESCAP and relevant stakeholders. • Provide written inputs, feedback, and follow-up documentation as required. Deliverable 3: Summary of the virtual consultations Output 4: Research Support • Contribute to the development of the ASEAN–EAEU digital economy study. • Assist with annexes, data collection, and identification of relevant sources and references. Deliverable 4: • Background research paper on digital transformation initiatives in ASEAN • Consolidated inputs from Stakeholders Output 5: Final Report Contributions • Assist in compiling data and reviewing the final study, integrating inputs from dialogues, research, and stakeholder consultations. • Ensure coherence, accuracy, and relevance of content across all sections. Deliverable 5: Final report Output 6: Project Management • Support the monitoring and evaluation of project activities. • Track progress, ensure timely delivery of outputs, and maintain alignment with work plans. Deliverable 6: Project completion report Work LocationRemote working Expected duration1 Mar 26-31 Aug 26 Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Individual Contractor (IC) will support Subregional Office for South-East Asia (SROSEA) in implementing the ASEAN–Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) digital economy initiative and will be under the guidance of the Head of the SROSEA. Specific responsibilities include: • Policy Dialogue Support: Prepare background materials and documentation. • Event Coordination: Support the logistical and administrative organization of workshops, roundtables, and virtual consultations. • Stakeholder Engagement: Participate in virtual consultations with ESCAP and stakeholders, and provide written inputs and feedback as required. • Research Support: Contribute to the development of the ASEAN–EAEU digital economy study, including annexes, data collection, and identification of relevant sources. • Project Management: Assist in monitoring and evaluating project activities, ensuring timely delivery of outputs and adherence to work plans. Qualifications/special skillsAdvanced university degree in international economics or development or related fields. • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in economic research, international development, or regional cooperation. • Conducting policy research and supporting preparation of analytical reports. • Organizing and coordinating events, including workshops, roundtables, and virtual consultations. • Project management, including monitoring and evaluation of development projects or initiatives. • Familiarity with ASEAN and/or EAEU regional frameworks, institutions, and economic integration processes is highly desirable. • Experience working with international organizations, government agencies, or regional bodies is an asset. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in stakeholder engagement and consultation processes. LanguagesFluency in English is required Additional InformationNot available. No FeeTHE 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.