Data collection (country-specific, Oceania region) for the 2022 United Nations E-Government Survey
Contribute to data research for the UN E-Government Survey
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Overview
Contribute to data research for the UN E-Government Survey
You have:
- Demonstrated experience in knowledge of at least one of the specified countries is required.
- Research capabilities are required.
- Analytical skills are required.
- IT skills are required.
- Understanding of public policy and e-government is desirable.
Contract
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The main objective of this assignment is to contribute to data and case studies research for the 2022 United Nations E-Government Survey by conducting online assessment of national-level and/or city-level public sector portals and associated official websites in a specific number of United Nations Member States to be assigned. Successful candidates will each be assigned between 2 to 4 countries and/or cities for review, according to his/her language skills. Timeline and tasks: - July 2021 - training and pilot assessment (approx. 2 days total) - August - September 2021 - on-line data gathering and assessment (approx. 3 days per country assigned) Support to Online Volunteers: Coordination, monitoring and task related advisory and administrative support. We recognize the volunteers’ contribution in the publication.
- Research
Policy, regulation, planning and education and capacity building
One of the primary activities of the Division for Public Institutions and Digital Government (DPIDG) in the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs is the assessment of the use and potential of ICTs to transform the public sector in all 193 Member States in their official languages through its flagship publication entitled the United Nations E-Government Survey. Based on a questionnaire provided by DPIDG, the volunteer is expected to participate in data research and assessment of Member States’ national portals and associated official website(s) to collect data on the provision of e-services for the 2022 UN E-government Survey. The Survey presents the ranking of e-government development across all 193 Member States, enabling decision makers to identify the areas of strengths and challenges and to define appropriate policies, strategies and solutions.
Volunteers: 11 needed
6-10 hours per week / 6 weeks
Demonstrated experience in/knowledge of at least one of the following countries is required: Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu Research capabilities, analytical skills and IT skills are required. Understanding of public policy and e-government is desirable.
Oceania
- English
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you successfully collected data for a research project? | This question gauges your practical experience in data collection and your problem-solving skills. | Highlight a specific example, focusing on the methods you used and the outcomes of your research. |
| How do you ensure accuracy and reliability in your data analysis? | The interviewer wants to assess your attention to detail and analytical methods. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use for managing multiple tasks or projects simultaneously? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience working in a team setting on research projects. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why do you want to be involved in the UN E-Government Survey specifically? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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