Information Management & Reporting Officer

Contract

This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

• Communication and publication strategies are implemented; • Communication tools are created and distributed; • S&R information documents are well developed: PowerPoint, infographics, fact-sheets, databases, reports, minutes, notes, briefings, etc.; • Awareness-raising activities are well organized; • Regular updates on stabilization and recovery achievements on the ground are disseminated;

Under the direct supervision and the overall guidance of the Director of Stabilization and Recovery section, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

Support data collection, analysis and visualization efforts of the Stabilization & Recovery section, focusing on the following results:

• Support national and international partners in the development and update of online and other tools dedicated to the coordination of assistance, stabilization and development programmes and projects in post-conflict areas; • Support content and knowledge management, as well as data collection regarding stabilization and recovery results on the ground; • Assist in the production and updating of information products such as reports, charts and infographics by turning data into graphical products to convey messages and a storyline; • Update stabilization & recovery content into the UN internet and MINUSMA website and provide overall quality control;

REPORTING

Support reporting and publication efforts of the Stabilization & Recovery section, focusing on the following results:

• Produce/disseminate regular reports/documents and updates for the section and other stakeholders; • Respond timely to internal reporting requests; • Produce and update the bimonthly S&R bulletin and collect relevant inputs accordingly; • Participate in the editing of the S&R publication tools, and in the development of new publication tools when needed;

COMMUNICATION

Support external communication strategies and approaches, focusing on the following:

• Participate in the preparation of communication activities, including briefing notes, presentations, visual materials and minutes, etc.; • Collaborate closely with the Strategic Communications and Public Information Division (SCPID, for the promotion of stabilization and recovery activities); • Participate in awareness-raising and outreach activities, organized by SCPID, in view of highlighting concrete initiatives managed by the section; • Perform any other related activity as deemed appropriate by the supervisor.

• Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in area of specialty and ability to apply good judgment; high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures in a politically sensitive environment, while exercising discretion, impartiality and neutrality; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented. • Accountability: mature and responsible; ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations. • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment. • Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priori-ties and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities. • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender; • Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; ability to maintain composure and remain helpful towards the staff, but objective, without showing personal interest; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups; • Flexibility, adaptability, and ability and willingness to operate independently in austere, re-mote and potentially hazardous environments for protracted periods, involving physical hardship and little comfort, and including possible extensive travel within the area of operations; willingness to transfer to other duty stations within area of operations as may be necessary;

• Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards the UN core values.

Progressively responsible professional experience in communication, reporting, and information management in international or national organizations. Computer skills: Experience with tools and software used for communication activities such as graphic design, and video editing (Adobe Creative Cloud – All Apps, etc).

This position is located in the Office of Stabilization and Recovery of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), Bamako. Bamako is a Non Family Duty Station, classified as “D” following an assessment of the overall quality of life, considering local conditions of safety and security, health care, housing, climate, isolation and level of amenities/conveniences of life.