INFORMATION SYSTEMS OFFICER

Contract

This is a FS-6 contract. This kind of contract is known as Field Service. It usually requires 10 years of experience, depending on education. More about FS-6 contracts and their salaries.

Org. Setting and Reporting

The position is within the Liquidation Team of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), at Bamako. The incumbent develops recommendations on systems design and applications to meet business requirements and implements projects in a timely and efficient manner. She/he develops creative approaches to problem resolution and interacts effectively with colleagues and users to persuade to accept systems recommendation, modifications, etc. The Information Systems Officer may also oversee the management of the Information Systems Unit within the Liquidation Entity.

Responsibilities

Within The incumbent is responsible for the following duties: Plans and directs all major information systems projects within the liquidation entity, monitoring the progress of the systems analysis, design, development, testing and implementation of new, moderately complex systems, and/or, participates as a member of a team with responsibility for major components of the more complex systems. Manages the budget of the Information Systems unit, formulating and monitoring budget allocations and expenditures1 verifying funding and ensuring no overrun occurs. Develops technical specifications for the procurement of equipment and contractual services and coordinates the technical evaluation of offers and proposals received. Develops and recommends strategies to implement global information systems projects originating out of DICT/O5D and the liquidation entity. Develops, implements, and monitors information systems standards, guidelines and procedures. Develops detailed systems and other functional specifications and user documentation for system as required. Provides specialized advice to users, analysing users' requirements and translating these into new applications; determines application systems integration and linkage issues. Maintains, upgrades, or enhances existing user systems; troubleshoots and provides continuing support, to include resolving difficult problems, advising on the use of new techniques1 monitoring transactions to measure performance and continued effectiveness of assigned systems1 etc. Develops training materials, operating and user manuals; trains staff in assigned systems. Develops disaster recovery plans relating to information systems and ensures appropriate planning and training of those responsible. Research, analyses, and evaluates new technologies and makes recommendations for their deployment. Participates in writing reports and papers on systems-related topics, system requirements1 information strategy etc. Provides professional leadership and work direction for the Unit, develops the yearly work plan, mentors, and supervises personnel of the Unit. Maintains, upgrades, or enhances existing user systems; troubleshoots and provides continuing support, to include resolving difficult problems, advising on the use of new techniques1 monitoring transactions to measure performance and continued effectiveness of assigned systems1 etc. Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Ensures that requirements and background information used for data analysis are documented. Internetworking & Infrastructure: Develops plans for major IT systems projects within the liquidation entity, monitoring the progress of the design, installation, and commissioning of the various systems. Leads the team in the operation and maintenance of internetworking systems that includes routers and switches, operating systems platforms, database management systems, servers, workstations, and related equipment. Devises and administers disaster recovery plans; provides training for support staff to Implement these plans to ensure optimal readiness. Responsible for the proper implementation of backup and recovery procedures. Maintains a regular review of the network resources access control, data security, and server and data stores security systems. Ensures all information security systems are properly configured and maintained. Oversees the user access control for network resources and overall network security. Handles all aspects of contract administration including establishment of service level agreements with vendors and chargeback policy for users. Performs other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. Technological awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology. Understands applicability and limitations of technologyto the work of the office. Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks. Shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education

High school or equivalent diploma is required.

Job - Specific Qualification

• Technical training certifications in Information Systems is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of ten (10) years (five years' experience with a first level university degree) of progressively responsible experience in the planning, design, development, implementation and maintenance of computer information systems or related areas is required. Experience managing and overseeing large centralized and globally distributed institutional systems is required. A minimum of four (4) years of experience in ICT Security is required. Two years' experience providing services in the planning, design, development, implementation and maintenance of computer information systems or related areas to or in a field operation of the United Nations common system or comparable international organization, including areas in a conflict or post conflict, is desirable. Substantive knowledge in Information Systems including possession of good supervisory skills and extensive knowledge of IT policies, structure, and strategies; ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations and prepare reports or justification in respect to key administrative decisions. Conceptual and strategic analytical capacity to understand information systems and business operational issues is desirable Ability to develop and oversee large centralized or decentralized institutional systems is desirable 2 years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English, (both oral and written) is required. knowledge of French is desirable.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

• This Position is temporarily available within the UN Liquidation Entity (MINUSMA) until 30 November 2024, subject to budget approval. If the selected candidate is an internal staff member of the UN Secretariat, the selection will be recorded as a temporary assignment. • While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. • Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. • This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15. • Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply.Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. • Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.