African Development Bank Technical Assistant for Policy and Regulatory Reforms – Nigeria 2026
The African Development Bank (AfDB) is seeking an Individual Consultant for the position of Technical Assistant for Policy and Regulatory Reforms for Project D-VIBE, based in Abuja, Nigeria.
The consultancy will support policy, legal, regulatory and institutional reforms linked to Nigeria’s ambitious digital infrastructure expansion programme. The opportunity was published on 6 October 2026, with applications closing on 21 October 2026. African Development Bank
About the D-VIBE Project
The Digital Value Chain Infrastructure for Boosting Employment (D-VIBE) Project, also referred to as Project BRIDGE, is being financed by the African Development Bank at the request of the Federal Government of Nigeria.
The project aims to expand Nigeria’s fibre-optic backbone from approximately 35,000 km to at least 125,000 km. This would make Nigeria’s terrestrial fibre network one of the longest in Africa and extend connectivity to underserved and unserved areas. African Development Bank
However, infrastructure development alone is not enough. The project also requires an effective policy, legal, regulatory and institutional framework to support investment, infrastructure deployment and the growth of Nigeria’s digital economy.
Role of the Technical Assistant
The successful consultant will provide technical assistance to advance reforms that support the implementation of D-VIBE.
The role will focus on helping to:
- Remove policy and regulatory barriers to digital infrastructure investment
- Strengthen enabling policies and regulatory frameworks
- Support the adoption and scaling of digital platforms
- Promote development of Nigeria’s digital economy
- Support policy, legal and institutional reforms
- Facilitate regional digital integration
- Contribute to implementation of the Digital Public Services, Innovation and Enabling Policy Component
- Ensure activities provide direct benefits to AfDB-related financing
The regional dimension is also important, with the project seeking to support integration with neighbouring countries including Benin, Niger, Chad and Cameroon. African Development Bank
Job Details
Position: Technical Assistant for Policy and Regulatory Reforms for Project D-VIBE
Consultant Type: Individual Consultant
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Department: PITD
Project: D-VIBE / Project BRIDGE
Job Family: Information Technology
Publication Date: 6 October 2026
Closing Date: 21 October 2026
Who Should Consider This Opportunity?
This consultancy could be particularly relevant to professionals with backgrounds in digital policy, regulatory reform, telecommunications, information technology, digital infrastructure, public-sector reform, legal and regulatory affairs, institutional development or digital transformation.
Professionals who understand the relationship between technology infrastructure and enabling policy and regulatory environments may find this opportunity especially relevant.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should review the complete African Development Bank announcement, including the terms of reference and application requirements, before submitting an expression of interest.
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This opportunity is worth considering for professionals looking for African Development Bank jobs, digital transformation jobs in Africa, technology policy jobs, telecommunications consulting opportunities, regulatory reform positions and international development consulting roles.
Applicants should use the official AfDB vacancy page for the latest requirements and application instructions.
The Digital Value Chain Infrastructure for Boosting Employment (D-VIBE) Project, also referred to as Project BRIDGE, is being financed by the African Development Bank at the request of the Federal Government of Nigeria.
The project aims to expand Nigeria’s fibre-optic backbone from approximately 35,000 km to at least 125,000 km. This would make Nigeria’s terrestrial fibre network one of the longest in Africa and extend connectivity to underserved and unserved areas. he consultancy will support policy, legal, regulatory and institutional reforms linked to Nigeria’s ambitious digital infrastructure expansion programme. The .opportunity was published on 6 October 2026, with applications closing on 21 October 2026. Applicants should use the official AfDB vacancy page for the latest requirements and application instructions.
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