Consultant – National Open‑Source Software Policy Development (Palestine)

About the role

The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) seeks a qualified consultant to develop a comprehensive national Open‑Source Software policy for Palestine. The assignment involves research, analysis, and the production of a detailed Arabic report and implementation roadmap.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare a comprehensive national Open‑Source Software policy for Palestine, including annexes and an implementation roadmap.
• Conduct a review of at least two international and two regional best‑practice Open‑Source policies and analyse existing digital policy frameworks in Palestine.
• Deliver a 30‑page Arabic report, an executive summary (2‑4 pages), and ensure all deliverables are submitted in MS‑Word format with proper citations and source documentation.

Required profile

• Proven experience in drafting national ICT or Open‑Source software policies and familiarity with UN‑ESCWA guidelines.
• Ability to produce high‑quality technical reports in Arabic and to manage confidentiality requirements.
• Understanding of Sustainable Development Goals related to digital transformation (SDG 9, 16, 17).

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Word (docx) for report preparation.
• Strong command of written Arabic for the final deliverable.