ITU Hiring Remote Cybersecurity Programme Consultants – Earn Up to $250 Per Day Supporting Women in Cybersecurity

The International Telecommunication Union is inviting applications for its Roster – Cybersecurity Programme Consultant, a remote consultancy opportunity within the Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT). This position offers professionals the chance to contribute to global cybersecurity capacity-building while supporting one of the United Nations’ flagship initiatives to increase women’s participation and leadership in cybersecurity.

Rather than recruiting for a single assignment, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is establishing a roster of qualified consultants who can be engaged for various projects throughout 2026. The opportunity is ideal for professionals with experience in project coordination, research, digital inclusion, and cybersecurity who are passionate about creating a safer and more inclusive digital future.

About the International Telecommunication Union

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is the United Nations agency responsible for information and communication technologies (ICTs). Since its establishment, the organization has played a leading role in connecting the world through global telecommunications standards, radio-frequency spectrum management, satellite orbit coordination, and digital development initiatives.

Through its Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT), ITU works with governments, development partners, and international organizations to improve digital connectivity, strengthen cybersecurity, expand digital skills, and promote equitable access to technology worldwide.

The organization also maintains a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and gender equality, encouraging professionals from all backgrounds to contribute to its mission.

Supporting the Her CyberTracks Initiative

The consultant will primarily support Her CyberTracks, one of ITU’s flagship programmes under its Women in Cyber portfolio.

The initiative aims to strengthen cybersecurity knowledge and technical skills among women from more than 100 countries by providing training, mentorship, networking opportunities, and leadership development.

By increasing women’s participation in cybersecurity, the programme contributes to closing gender gaps within one of the world’s fastest-growing technology sectors while strengthening global cyber resilience.

Role Overview

The Cybersecurity Programme Consultant will provide technical, operational, and programme management support for Her CyberTracks and other cybersecurity capacity-building initiatives.

Working closely with the Head of the Cybersecurity Division, project officers, and international partners, consultants may contribute to different assignments depending on organizational needs and individual expertise.

The role combines project coordination, research, communications, stakeholder engagement, and training support, making it suitable for professionals with interdisciplinary skills.

Key Responsibilities

Consultants may undertake a variety of activities across programme implementation.

Programme Coordination

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting implementation of the Her CyberTracks initiative.
• Coordinating programme activities and stakeholder engagement.
• Assisting mentorship and participant support.
• Supporting reporting and programme monitoring.

Strong organizational skills are essential to ensure activities are delivered on schedule and according to project objectives.

Research and Knowledge Development

Consultants will also contribute to research activities by:

• Conducting studies on women in cybersecurity.
• Analysing cybersecurity workforce trends.
• Producing policy briefs and analytical reports.
• Supporting research on digital inclusion and cyber resilience.

These knowledge products help inform future policy development and programme improvements.

Training and Capacity Building

A major component of the consultancy focuses on learning resources.

Consultants may:

• Develop cybersecurity training materials.
• Review technical curricula.
• Produce toolkits and learning resources.
• Support cyber hygiene awareness campaigns.
• Contribute to digital safety education.

These resources support participants from diverse countries and professional backgrounds.

Communications and Outreach

Programme visibility is another important responsibility.

Activities include:

• Developing communication materials.
• Preparing presentations and promotional content.
• Documenting success stories.
• Supporting knowledge-sharing activities.

Effective communication helps increase awareness of women’s contributions to cybersecurity and strengthens programme engagement.

Expected Deliverables

Assignments may vary, but consultants can expect to contribute to outputs such as:

• Programme coordination reports.
• Training materials and cybersecurity toolkits.
• Policy briefs and research papers.
• Case studies and analytical reports.
• Surveys and programme assessments.
• Meeting summaries and project documentation.

These deliverables support ITU’s global cybersecurity and digital development objectives.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should possess a university degree in:

• International Relations
• International Development
• Gender Studies
• Or another related discipline

Applicants should also have at least one year of relevant professional experience, although an advanced degree may substitute for this requirement.

Required experience includes:

• Project coordination.
• Research and data analysis.
• Monitoring and evaluation.
• Stakeholder engagement.
• Event and webinar coordination.

Experience supporting international development or technology-related initiatives will be particularly valuable.

Desirable Skills

Additional experience that strengthens an application includes:

• Cybersecurity policy and governance.
• Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies.
• ICT policy development.
• Digital skills initiatives.
• Gender and digital inclusion programmes.
• Working with United Nations agencies or international organizations.

Language skills are also important.

Applicants must demonstrate advanced English proficiency, while knowledge of another official UN language such as Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish is considered an advantage.

Compensation and Work Arrangement

This consultancy is fully home-based, offering flexibility for professionals located around the world.

Consultants will receive remuneration ranging from USD 150 to USD 250 per working day, depending on experience and the complexity of the assignment.

Because this is a roster recruitment, selected candidates may be engaged for multiple assignments throughout the recruitment period based on programme needs.

Why This Opportunity Matters

Cybersecurity has become one of the defining challenges of the digital age, yet women remain underrepresented across many areas of the field. By supporting Her CyberTracks and related initiatives, Cybersecurity Programme Consultants contribute to building a more diverse, resilient, and inclusive global cybersecurity workforce.

Through research, capacity building, programme coordination, and stakeholder engagement, consultants help equip women with the knowledge, skills, and leadership opportunities needed to thrive in cybersecurity careers while strengthening digital resilience in communities around the world.

For professionals passionate about technology, international development, and gender equality, this ITU consultancy offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to global digital transformation while advancing inclusive and secure digital ecosystems.

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