Data collection for the 2022 United Nations E-Government Survey (Burmese)

Contribute to data and case studies research for the UN E-Government Survey.

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Application deadline 5 years ago: Saturday 1 May 2021 at 23:00 UTC

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Overview

Contribute to data and case studies research for the UN E-Government Survey.

You have:

  • Fluency in English and Burmese.
  • Research capabilities and analytical skills are required.
  • IT skills are required.
  • Understanding of public policy and public administration is desirable.
  • Candidates must not currently be Government employees or affiliated with government agencies related to e-government services.

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: - Between 28 June -28 July 2021 - training and pilot assessment (approx. 2 days total) - Between 28 July–30 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: 2 needed

  • 6-10 hours per week / 6 weeks

    Candidates must be fluent in English and Burmese. Research capabilities, analytical skills and IT skills are required. Understanding of public policy, public administration and e-government is desirable. *Please note that we cannot accept candidates who are currently Government employees or civil servants, or those working for government affiliated agencies connected to e-government services.

  • Myanmar

  • English, Burmese

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a research project you have previously worked on? This helps assess your research experience and capabilities. Provide a concise overview of the project, your specific role, and the outcomes.
How do you approach analyzing data? The interviewer wants to understand your analytical process. Pro members can see the explanation.
What challenges did you face when gathering data, and how did you overcome them? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Why is e-government important in today’s society? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How comfortable are you working with online tools for data collection? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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