DATA ANALYSIS ASSISTANT

Senior Information Management

Overview

Assist in data preparation and reporting within the unit.

You have:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A 1st level Degree in computer science or technology, data science, data analytics, information management or a related field is required.
• Five years of experience in data science, data analytics, applied mathematics, information management, or related area is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to 3 for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher.
• Experience in administrative support duties within the context of the UN Secretariat, especially in management of ICT projects is desirable.
• Experience managing public sector data in a cloud environment is desirable.
• Fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Contract

This is a G-6 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 6 years of experience, depending on education. More about G-6 contracts.

Org. Setting and Reporting The position is located in the DPPA-DPO Information Management Unit. Under the overall supervision of the Chief of the Unit and under the direct supervision of the Information Management Officer/Data Specialist, the Data Analysis Assistant contributes to the work of the Unit, which manages the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA)/Department of Peace Operations (DPO)'s core set of business data, information and historical information assets.

Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Data Analysis Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: - Contribute to the preparation of reports based on organizational needs and requirements for reporting and analysis - Support more senior staff in their work on process improvement mechanisms - Contributes to the preparation of data sets, being responsible for the acquisition and initial cleaning of data from primary and secondary data systems and documents data sets used. - Contribute to the creation and maintenance of databases, contributes to data collection projects, products, tools and processes to extend the capabilities of client offices. - Contributes to the identification and analysis of patterns in data sets using various methods - Prepare data sets upon request; responds to queries/requests and maintains/updates web pages. - Perform other duties as assigned.

Work implies frequent interaction with the following: Staff at various levels throughout the Organization.

Results Expected: Under supervision/guidance of an Information Management Officer/Data Specialist, provides effective data analysis assistance to an essential function of the unit in an efficient and timely manner.

Competencies - Professionalism: Uses analytical skills and experience to assist in organizing, managing, and disseminating of information with attention to detail and accuracy. Assists with analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Writes queries, assists with report drafting and prepares findings for presentations and other products. Knowledge of data management, information management, electronic record keeping and relevant information systems and networks. Takes pride in the work for the organization and understands the impact that can be brought into the organization by allowing data-driven and evidence-based decisions. Demonstrates ability to plan their work and adjust to changing priorities. 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.

• Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.

• Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

  Education High school diploma or equivalent is required.

  Job - Specific Qualification A 1st level Degree in computer science or technology, data science, data analytics, information management or a related field is required.

  Work Experience Five years of experience in in data science, data analytics, applied mathematics, information management, or related area is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to 3 for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher.

  Experience in administrative support duties within the context of the UN Secretariat, especially in management of ICT projects is desirable.

  Experience managing public sector data in a cloud environment is desirable.

  Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations 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 subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.

Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Applicants who have not passed the GGST at the time of application may be invited for the test after submitting an application.Staff members who were granted a fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment as a result of having passed a predecessor test recognized by the Office of Human Resources Management, and who have continuously held such appointments, are not required to take the new test.

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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