Data collection for the 2024 United Nations E-Government Survey (Maltese)

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

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UN DESA - Department of Economic and Social Affairs

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Application deadline 3 years ago: Saturday 17 Jun 2023 at 00:00 UTC

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Overview

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

You have:

Fluency in English and Maltese is required for effective communication and assessment.
Research capabilities are essential to conduct effective online assessments of public sector portals.
Strong analytical skills are necessary for data evaluation and assessment results.
IT skills are required to navigate online public sector portals and gather data.
Understanding of public policy and public administration is desirable for context in assessment.
Candidates currently employed by government or affiliated agencies cannot be accepted for this role.

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Details

This assignment is in the context of the 2024 United Nations E-Government Survey.

The main objective of this assignment is to contribute to data and case studies research for the 2024 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 2023 - training and pilot assessment (approx. 2 days total) - Between 28 July–30 September 2023 - 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.

Candidates must be fluent in English and Maltese. 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.

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to conduct online research and how you approached it?	The interviewer wants to assess your research skills and methods of gathering information online.	Highlight your process, tools used, and any challenges you overcame during the research.
What strategies do you use to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the data you collect?	This evaluates your analytical skills and attention to detail in data collection.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do your language skills contribute to your ability to evaluate e-government services in different contexts?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a situation where you collaborated with others remotely on a project.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What motivates you to volunteer for projects related to public sector improvements?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.