ET Consultant (Digital Specialist) – Digital Transformation, Dili

About the role

The Digital and AI EAP Unit of the World Bank is seeking an ET Consultant (Digital Specialist) based in Dili, Timor-Leste, to support its work program on digital transformation. The consultant leads and contributes to advisory, analytical and operational engagements covering digital identity, digital public infrastructure, broadband networks and data centers, digital government and the digital economy, and supports ongoing technical assistance and policy dialogue with government counterparts.

Key responsibilities

• Support technical assistance and policy dialogue with government counterparts, including coordination of meetings, workshops, consultations, missions and follow-up
• Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, development partners, the private sector, academia and civil society
• Carry out analytical work, research, data collection and assessments to support policy advice, technical assistance and project preparation
• Prepare technical notes, briefing materials, presentations, reports and other knowledge products
• Support digital transformation initiatives across land administration, health, social protection, financial inclusion, education, agriculture and public services
• Monitor implementation progress, identify risks and bottlenecks and support stakeholder coordination
• Contribute to internal planning such as work program updates, portfolio reviews and country strategy inputs

Required profile

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in economics, public policy, engineering, digital economy, telecommunications or a related field
• At least five years of relevant experience in public administration, consulting or development, ideally with international organization exposure
• At least three years of relevant experience and demonstrated knowledge in digital transformation
• Experience supporting or leading project preparation, coordination or advisory engagements for government or development partners
• Fluency in English and Tetum, with strong writing and communication skills

Required skills

• Knowledge of digital development policies and regulation, including digital public infrastructure
• Understanding of digital economy and governance frameworks
• Familiarity with policy and data analysis tools, including collecting, interpreting and visualizing data
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear briefs, presentations and knowledge materials
• Technical knowledge of digital identity, digital infrastructure (broadband, telecommunications, data centers), digital government and digital economy is highly advantageous

The appointment starts as a six-month term, renewable at the discretion of the World Bank Group and subject to satisfactory performance; the lifetime maximum is three years. The closing date is 11/10/2026.