ICT Associate (The UN Secretary-General’s Data Strategy)

Contract

This is a LICA-6 contract. This kind of contract is known as Local Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally only for nationals. It's an external contract. It usually requires 6 years of experience, depending on education. More about LICA-6 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.

The New York Service Cluster (NYSC) supports the United Nations Secretariat, as well as other New York-based United Nations organizations, bilateral and multilateral partners in the delivery of UNOPS mandate in project management, infrastructure management, and procurement management.

The Sustainable Development Cluster (SDC) supports diverse partners with their peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations. It was formed by combining the following portfolios: Grants Management Services (GMS), UN Technology Support Services (UNTSS), Development and Special Initiatives Portfolio (DSIP) It provides Services to partners; programmes that are designed, structured, and managed with a global perspective and primarily serving partners that are headquartered in New York. The SDC has a footprint of approximately 125 countries.

As the Secretary-General’s structural reforms take shape, the United Nations is focused on building the data, digital and innovation capabilities it needs to succeed in the 21st century. The Secretary General’s “Data Strategy for Action by Everyone, Everywhere” is our agenda for data-driven transformation – to deliver with more insight, impact and integrity. This position is part of a time-bound, cross-functional and inter-agency team – located in the Executive Office of the Secretary-General (EOSG) – that supports the implementation of the Data Strategy across the UN. Reporting to the Strategic Planning & Monitoring Unit in EOSG, the team collaborates with the Office of the Chief Information Technology Officer (OICT) to spread awareness, engage users, prioritize use cases, nurture partnerships and enhance governance.

UNOPS is expected to provide strategy and community support services to accelerate the implementation of the Secretary-General’s Data Strategy, in collaboration with Office of the Secretary-General (EOSG) and OICT.

The incumbent of this position will be a UNOPS personnel under its full responsibility.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the UNOPS Senior Programme Manager or designated individual, the incumbent will work in support of the Senior Planning Officer, Executive Office of the Secretary-General, and will be responsible for collaborating with the Strategic Planning Unit in EOSG and OICT to:

• Assist in developing and implementing change management initiatives for key concepts of the Data Strategy;
• Drive awareness of the Strategy across the UN Secretariat and broader UN family;
• Support user and focal points communities across the UN family with knowledge, in-person and online events;
• Assist data governance groups with development of agendas, recommendations and action trackers;
• Build online sites, training materials and guide to empower users in strategy implementation;
• Develop newsletters and other engaging material on data-driven change, challenges and solutions;
• Assist focal points in advancing concepts for better internal data sharing, global data hubs, joint approaches to training, recruitment and resource mobilization;
• Support the team with quantitative analytical products for senior UN decision-makers;

• Perform other duties as may be reasonably required and in line with the incumbent’s scope of services above.

  Monitoring and Progress Controls

The work of the ICT Associate (The UN Secretary-General’s Data Strategy) directly impacts delivery of services of EOSG and OICT, as well as the performance of services implemented in field missions and headquarters. EOSG and OICT will ensure that proper processes and methodologies are followed and implemented according to the latest industry standards. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring activities for all global locations are in line with the overall business targets and UN policies, rules and regulations.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

* Female Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply * Candidates with no United Nations or UNOPS experience are strongly encouraged to apply

a. Education

• High school diploma or equivalent;

• A university degree in Management, Business, Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Public Administration, International Relations or related field is an asset or advantage and may replace some of the required number of years of experience.

  b. Work Experience

Required:

• A minimum of six (6) years of post-high school experience in management consulting or similar, including strategy design, communication or change management; a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience is required with a first level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent);
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in applications for knowledge management, web design, surveys, presentations, quantitative analysis, or similar (e.g. MS PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, PowerBI, Tableau, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar);

• A minimum of one (1) year of experience with campaign/community management, or similar (e.g. MS Yammer, Mailchimp, WordPress, or similar);

  Desirable:

• Passion for the United Nations, incl. global agendas on sustainable development, climate, peace, human rights;

• Experience in interfacing with stakeholders, leading meetings, communicating complex concepts in compelling presentations, or promoting buy-in;
• Experience with data-driven change or digital transformation efforts;
• Ability to process high-level business problems and develop precise client-focused analytical solutions;
• Experience with workflow apps, incl. Microsoft Forms, PowerAutomate, PowerApps, or similar.

c. Language - Fluency in English (read, write, speak) is required for this post. - Knowledge of one or more official UN languages will be considered an asset.

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Contract type, level and duration

1. Contract type: Individual Contractor Agreement (ICA)
2. Contract level: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA 6)
3. Contract duration: Open-ended (renewable subject to funds availability and satisfactory performance)

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
• Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (around 4 hours) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.

Background Information - Sustainable Development Cluster

Based in New York, the Sustainable Development Cluster (SDC) supports diverse partners with their peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations.

The SDC’s services include grants management, development and special initiatives support, and technology support to the UN and UN agencies.

The SDC is part of the New York Service Cluster that supports the United Nations Secretariat, as well as a broadening community of other New York-based United Nations organizations, bilateral and multilateral partners in the delivery of UNOPS mandate in project management, infrastructure management, and procurement management.