Data collection in Lithuanian - 2022 United Nations E-Government Survey
Assist in data assessment for the UN E-Government Survey
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Overview
Assist in data assessment for the UN E-Government Survey
You have:
- Fluency in English and Slovenian is required.
- Research capabilities are necessary for conducting assessments.
- Analytical skills are required for data assessment.
- IT skills are necessary for online data gathering.
- Understanding of public policy and public administration is desirable.
- Candidates must not currently be Government employees or connected with government agencies.
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: - Between now–30 September 2021 - training and pilot assessment (approx. 2 days total); on-line data gathering and assessment (approx. 3 days per country/city 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: 1 needed
6-10 hours per week / 6 weeks
Candidates must be fluent in English and Slovenian. 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.
Lithuania
- English, Lithuanian
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you conducted research on a public sector topic? | This question aims to assess the candidate's prior experience with research in the public sector. | Provide a specific example detailing the research process and outcomes. |
| How do your language skills enhance your ability to conduct research? | The interviewer seeks to understand how your language proficiency aids in effective data gathering and analysis. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to analyze and interpret data effectively? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why is understanding public policy important in your research? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you've applied IT skills in a research project? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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