Computer Training Officer
Conduct IT training sessions and manage educational programs
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Overview
Conduct IT training sessions and manage educational programs
You have:
- A university degree in IT or a related field is required.
- At least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience as IT/ICT Trainer is required.
- Excellent knowledge of computer - Windows and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, MS Teams, etc.) is required.
- Fluency in oral and written English is required.
- Knowledge of French is an added advantage.
Contract
This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.
Description of task
Under the direct supervision of Chief of Integrated Mission Training Centre (CIMTC) the UN volunteer will undertake the following tasks:
- Conduct skills gap analyses
- Map out long-term training plans
- Prepare educational material
- Select educational methods, like on-the-job coaching, conferences, in-class training, workshops, and e-learning courses
- Assess the impact of training on staff members/personnels’ performance
- Assess the need of training and deliver computer training
- Liaise with external partners and outsource training, as needed
- Gather feedback from trainees and trainers after each session
- Prepare reports for each learning program
- Update curriculum database and training records
- Conducts research on new technologies as requested; keeps abreast of developments in the field; assist in testing and evaluating new products and technologies.
- Manage/update the IMTC portal and databases
- Performs other related duties as required.
Educational additional comments
A university degree in IT or a related field is required.
Experience remark
At least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience as IT/ICT Trainer is required with an excellent knowledge of computer - Windows and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, MS Teams, etc.). Experience in organizing training events in the UN field missions is desirable.
Language skills
- English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent
- French(Optional), Level - Working Knowledge
Area of expertise details
At least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience as IT/ICT Trainer is required with an excellent knowledge of computer - Windows and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, MS Teams, etc.). Experience in organizing training events in the UN field missions is desirable.
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second United Nations official language is an added advantage.
Competencies values
Client Orientation, Communication, Creativity, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Working in Teams
Application procedure
EN * Not yet registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first register your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup. Important: After creating your account, complete all sections of your profile and submit it. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink. Lastly, select the special call to which you would like to apply. * Already registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first update your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink to select the special call to which you would like to apply. Application deadline: 23-08-2021
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you had to adapt your training due to unexpected circumstances. | The interviewer wants to assess your flexibility and problem-solving skills during training. | Provide a specific example and detail how you adjusted your plan to meet training objectives. |
| What methods do you use to assess the effectiveness of training programs you conduct? | The interviewer is looking for your approach to evaluating training impact and outcomes. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you keep your training content up-to-date with current technology trends? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a successful training event you organized? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you handle a trainee who is struggling with the material? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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