Individual Contractor - Digital Economy Development and Transformation

Review and assess ASEAN–EAEU digital economy study reports for clarity and relevance.

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UNESCAP - Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific

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Bangkok (Thailand)

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Application deadline 1 month ago: Tuesday 5 May 2026 at 03:59 UTC

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Overview

Review and assess ASEAN–EAEU digital economy study reports for clarity and relevance.

You have:

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.
Fluency of English is required.

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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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Potential interview questions

Describe a time when you had to provide detailed feedback on a complex document. What approach did you take?	This question assesses your analytical skills and attention to detail in reviewing documents.	Provide a specific example, focusing on the methods you used to analyze the document and how your feedback was structured.
Can you discuss an occasion when you identified gaps in a policy report? What were the gaps and how did you recommend improvements?	This question aims to evaluate your ability to critically assess policy documents and suggest enhancements.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your understanding of the ASEAN framework and its relevance to digital economy development?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Share an experience where you worked with a diverse group of stakeholders. How did you ensure effective communication among them?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Explain how the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development influences regional policies. Can you provide an example?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to synthesize diverse inputs into coherent recommendations?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Have you ever faced challenges when reviewing policy documents? How did you overcome them?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What tools or methods do you find most effective for analyzing economic policies?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.