Junior Non-Key Expert – Digital Connectivity Study for Agriculture & Education

About the role

NTU International is seeking three Junior Non‑Key Experts to support the PRIDA II Digital Connectivity Study, which aims to improve digital access for agriculture and education across African Union member states. The position is based at the AU Commission in Addis Ababa, with most work performed remotely or on short‑term missions.

Key responsibilities

• Assess bandwidth availability, quality and cost for rural agriculture and education (Work Stream 1).
• Evaluate affordable connectivity options and their technical, economic and regulatory feasibility (Work Stream 2).
• Review financing and service‑delivery models, develop pricing and discount‑rate methodologies (Work Stream 3).
• Develop policy and implementation strategies to promote sustainable digital connectivity, including stakeholder roles and investment frameworks (Work Stream 4).

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Communications, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science/ICT/IT, Economics or Law.
• Minimum three years of experience in connectivity market development, preferably in developing or emerging economies.
• Ability to produce analytical reports and regional connectivity profiles.

Required skills

• Knowledge of mobile, fixed and satellite connectivity technologies.
• Experience conducting cost‑benefit and feasibility assessments.
• Familiarity with pricing models and discount‑rate calculations.