Chief, Geospatial, Information and Telecommunications Technologies

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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the United Nations Global Geodetic Centre of Excellence (UN-GGCE), Statistics Division (SD), Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA), based in Bonn, Germany. The Senior Geospatial Information Officer as the Head of the Centre, reports to the Director of the Statistics Division, DESA.

The Centre’s overarching goal is to assist Member States and geodetic organizations to coordinate and collaborate to sustain, enhance, access and utilize an accurate, accessible and sustainable Global Geodetic Reference Frame (GGRF) to support science, society and global development. The objective is to support, within available resources, the implementation of General Assembly resolution 69/266 entitled ‘A Global Geodetic Reference Frame for Sustainable Development’.

Responsibilities Within delegated authority and under the direct supervision of the Director, the Senior Geospatial Information Officer is responsible for the following: - Plans and directs the substantive geodesy work programme of the Centre, in accordance with the agreed Framework Plan of the Centre, on geospatial data, analysis, and technology providing both methodical and managerial supervision of all activities, including technical and capacity development projects; Plans, organizes and manages staff and evaluates their performance. - Plans and directs technical advisory activities for national capacity building on aspects of global geospatial information management through missions, consultations and training workshops. - Provides substantive input in the preparation of position papers and reports for presentation to intergovernmental bodies, including budget/programme performance and programmatic/substantive issues, as appropriate. - Collaborates with management to prioritize organization and geospatial information needs. - Oversees and prepares plans, methods, timelines and quality assurances for the development of geospatial databases, geospatial data collection systems, geospatial data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality. - Guides team members to identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns, using machine learning techniques, statistical methods to identify relevant features and variables in structured and unstructured sources of information and data. - Ensures appropriate processes and techniques for each project are used by team members. - Develops and oversees data management, analysis, reporting, quality control and standards, including their implementation by geospatial staff. - Oversees full lifecycle data and analysis including requirements, design, activities and progress monitoring. - Elaborates and manages geospatial information management strategies, plans and technical models that respond to the strategic objectives and institutional mission within the organization. - Provides overall guidance and inputs on technical aspects aimed at customizing geospatial information tools and resources, development of new products to respond to organization needs. - Directs and establishes processes, selection, best practices, tools and installation of geospatial technology resources so that geospatial information assets are managed in a secured and efficient way for users and stakeholders. - Co-ordinates and consults with users, management, vendors and technicians to develop, strategies, policies, analytical models and innovative technology implementation Ensures adequate partnerships are signed and appropriately used. - Oversees, manages and leads geospatial information management staff, including selection, training and performance; fosters teamwork and communication among staff. - Participates in international, regional or national meetings and provides programmatic/substantive expertise on an issue or hold programmatic/substantive and organizational discussions with representatives of other institutions including to the United Nations Committee of Experts of Global Geospatial Information Management (UN-GGIM) and the United Nations Geospatial Network.

Competencies - Professionalism: Knowledge of the technical and substantive field of work in general and of specific areas related to geodesy, data collection and dissemination, methodological work, and capacity development programmes. Ability to produce reports and papers on technical issues and to review and edit the work of others. Ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations. Shows pride in work and in achievements; 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. - Planning & 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. - Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. - Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing. - Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.

Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in geodesy, geography, geoinformatics (geomatics), geospatial information, geospatial science, earth sciences, or other related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in geospatial information management, geodesy, applied spatial analytics, earth observations, mapping, data visualization, stakeholder management or related area is required.

Experience in using geospatial data and information to guide decisions, develop strategic direction and oversee execution is required.

Experience in managing geodesy programmes at the national and regional or international level is required.

Experience in national and regional geodesy campaigns including data collection and analysis is required.

Experience in regional or international geodetic infrastructure and capacity development initiatives are desirable.

Languages English and French are the official languages of the Secretariat. For this post, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

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

Special Notice - This position is on a Fixed Term for one year. The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate.

Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfil the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover letter.

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.

This is a project post.

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.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.

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.

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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.

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