ASSISTANT INFORMATION ANALYST, POLITICAL AFFAIRS

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Salary

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Org. Setting and Reporting Under the direct supervision of the SDG Lab Chief of Section, the Assistant Information Analyst supports the Chief with overall team coordination and operations, providing direct assistance to the Chief in their leadership function.

Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Assistant Information Analyst will be responsible for the following duties:

Programmatic Tasks: - Contributes to the provision of political and policy support to the Chief of Section, including support in drafting talking points, reports, and correspondence on the activities of the SDG Lab; - Identifies and monitors major political developments impacting the SDGs at a local and global level and advise the SDG Lab Chief of Section and team on their impact on the overall work, messaging and mission of the SDG Lab; - Acts as programmatic and operational focal point for initiatives assigned within the workplan of the SDG Lab’s Geneva SDG Community; - Assists the Chief of Section during meetings with donors and potential collaborators and partners by providing background notes and profiles, taking minutes, monitoring follow-ups, setting up logistics and other tasks as needed; - Supports communications activities for internal and external partners by preparing presentations and other visual updates; - Assists in the monitoring of performance measurement tools.

Administrative Tasks: - Provides administrative support to the Chief of Section and team through calendar management; scheduling of online and in-person meetings; drafting of administrative documents (i.e., ToRs, travel forms, etc.); organization of team meetings (e.g., weekly, monthly, retreats); - Monitors the SDG Lab’s main email account, bringing relevant and urgent requests forward to the Chief of Section and/or Advisor and replying to standard requests for information and speaking engagements; - Serves as focal point for arranging access for visitors to the SDG Lab; booking of meeting spaces and conference venues and liaising with relevant units for practical arrangements (e.g., security, conference facilities, catering, etc.); - Serves as SDG Lab focal point within the Office of the Director General for administrative matters (e.g., leave reporting) and other duties as assigned by the Chief.

Competencies PROFESSIONALISM: Familiarity with UN editorial policies and practices. Familiarity with the UN Common System and with International Geneva. Broad knowledge of international political, human rights, economic and social affairs. Astute political awareness and judgement. Very good research and analytical skills. Ability to plan, execute and monitor public communication campaigns, e.g. campaign management, market research, message targeting, impact evaluation. Ability to research and analyze issues and topics related to current events. Ability to draft and compile a variety of written communication products in a clear and concise style. Ability to interact with the public to build and maintain effective business connections. Shows pride in work and in achievement. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.

TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise. Is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision. Even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in management, international relations, development studies, political science or related fields is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience Applicants to positions at this level who have an advanced university degree in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience. For applicants who have a first level university degree, two additional years of qualifying work experience is required.

Experience in providing administrative support to senior officials, including calendar management and organization of meetings is desirable.

Experience in preparing presentations, promotional flyers and pamphlets is desirable.

Experience working in the United Nations Common System and/or a similar international organization is desirable.

Experience in drafting talking points, reports and official correspondence on behalf of senior officials is desirable.

Experience in using contacts database software and producing reports is desirable.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable.

Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice The appointment against this position is limited to service in the United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG).

Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application

United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.