Information Technology Specialist

Volunteering Finance & Economy

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This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

The Information Management Specialist will provide technical support in the creation of dashboards and data collection from existing surveys and administrative systems and be able to track progress on child rights in Rwanda. This support will be necessary considering that Rwanda has many data scattered around and not fully used. Using PowerBI tool and other mapping tools, the UN Volunteer will support Planning Monitoring and Evaluation to visualize, map and demonstrate trends in all child rights indicators.

Special Notice: This assignment is under Youth Advocate Programme. The UN volunteer must be a Rwandan National, aged between 18-35 years old, and it is only reserved for persons with disabilities.

Under the direct supervision of the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, the UNV/Information Management Specialist will perform the following specific tasks: • Data Collection for child rights under five frameworks: Health and Nutrition; Family environment and protection; Poverty and adequate standards of living; Participation and civil rights; Education • Creating and maintaining a comprehensive database containing key information related to child rights and associated data • Design and manage a dashboard specifically tailored for monitoring child rights. The dashboard will serve as a tool for tracking and visualizing child rights relevant data. • Provide support for the implementation of the CRC (Convention on the Rights of the Child) monitoring and ensure the regular updating of the status of its recommendations • Support HAC (Humanitarian Action for Children) in updating the indicators. • Ensure all data-related documents (brief, 2-pagers, dashboard) are disseminated and made accessible to all staff on the Collaboration site (or Knowledge Management website). • Undertake any other tasks within the scope of this position as requested by the supervisor.

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• Development, public policy, development programme, education and information technology • Specific skills in mapping (ArcGIs or else) and infographics (Publisher, etc) and dashboard creation (use of PowerBI or other similar software) • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, to meet deadlines, and to take initiative to troubleshoot and solve problems before they arise, • Have an affinity with or interest in child rights and volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development and the UN System. • Strong organizational skills. • Excellent interpersonal skills. • Ability to interact with multidisciplinary teams. • Flexibility • Ability to interact with multidisciplinary teams. • Have affinity with or interest in Statistics and data, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN system

Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, has experienced remarkable rejuvenation and stability, evident upon arrival in the city. While motorcycle taxis are the fastest mode of transport, they're not recommended without your own helmet, though some provide helmets. Standard taxis, marked with yellow stripes, are another option, with many operated by Kigali Taxi Service or Kigali Airport Taxis. Public transportation is affordable and efficient, with new and well-maintained buses available, and prepaid cards can be purchased at bus stations. Rental cars are also available due to significant investment in infrastructure, leading to minimal congestion. Accommodations in Kigali are readily available and meet relevant standards, with recreational facilities like swimming pools also accessible. Shopping options include various shops and markets offering essential items, imported goods, home furnishings, electrical appliances, and vehicle spare parts. The city boasts both public and private health facilities, such as King Faisal Hospital and Legacy Clinic, equipped to handle emergencies and affiliated with CIGNA insurance. Kigali is considered exceptionally safe, with emergency numbers like 999 for police, 111 for fire fighters, and 112 for general emergencies, and 113 for traffic accidents. For volunteers, the UNV Programme offers monthly living allowance to cover basic needs like housing, utilities, transportation, and communication. The purpose of the allowances and entitlements paid to UN Volunteers is to enable UN Volunteers to sustain a secure standard of living at the duty stations in line with United Nations standards without incurring personal costs. The allowances are in no way to be understood as compensation, reward, or salary in exchange for the UN Volunteer’s service.

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