National Consultant for school connectivity model implementation support.

UN Children's Fund - UNICEF | Consultant |
Closing: 17 Mar 2026 12 days remaining
Location: Thimphu

Overview

This consultancy will support the MoESD, in collaboration with GovTech Agency and other stakeholders, to institutionalise and operationalise connectivity models through development of SOPs and SLAs, structured stakeholder mapping and coordination frameworks, and the establishment of sustainable PPP mechanisms.

Tasks Summary
  • Review and analyse existing policies, frameworks, and implementation documents related to school connectivity and digitalisation in Bhutan.
  • Develop stakeholder mapping and a coordination framework for school connectivity implementation.
  • Develop a comprehensive Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Service Level Agreement (SLA) framework for implementation of school connectivity models.
  • Structure and facilitate Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) to support sustainable school connectivity and digital literacy initiatives.
  • Submit and present comprehensive outputs and recommendations for national scale-up.
Experience Requirements
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in ICT infrastructure, connectivity projects, or digital transformation initiatives, preferably within the education or public sector.
  • Experience in developing operational frameworks such as SOPs, SLAs, governance, or coordination mechanisms related to ICT systems.
  • Demonstrated experience in stakeholder coordination and facilitating multi-sector consultations, including government and private sector partners.
  • Experience in supporting or structuring public-private partnerships (PPPs) and drafting MoUs or service agreements.
  • Strong knowledge of connectivity technologies (fibre, satellite, LTE/4G/5G, wireless networks) and their application in institutional settings.
  • Strong analytical and report writing skills. Experience with UN or development partner projects is an asset.
Qualification Requirements

Master’s degree in a relevant field (Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Network Engineering, Digital Transformation, Education Technology, Engineering), combined with demonstrated experience in connectivity systems, institutional coordination, and operational framework development.

Other Details

Languages Required:

Languages Preferred:

Contract Duration: 50 working days spread over 8 months

Work Modality:

Remuneration: A lump sum fee structure, indicating a breakdown of professional fee for the anticipated number of working days, including travel.

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