Project Support Assistant
Support implementation of the TiSSTAT project in the CARICOM region.
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Overview
Support implementation of the TiSSTAT project in the CARICOM region.
You have:
- An advanced university degree, Master, in finance, economics, statistics, international relations, development studies, public administration or a related field is required.
- At least 1 year of relevant professional experience in financial analysis, data analysis, and project monitoring or follow-up, preferably in an international or regional development context is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual collaboration tools, Zoom Teams, is required.
- Work experience with financial reporting, budget tracking, or data entry is desirable.
- Familiarity with organizing meetings, preparing minutes, and supporting workshops or training sessions is desirable.
- Fluency written and oral in English is required.
Contract
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Result of Service
Contribute to the effective implementation of the TiSSTAT project in the CARICOM region by supporting budget automation, country assessments, database development, technical coordination with national counterparts, and operational support to project implementation, training and decision-making processes.
Work Location
Home-Based
Expected duration
Starting as soon as possible for one month
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the project manager, the individual contractor will complete the following tasks: 1. Technical Support, Training and April data cleaning workshop organisation: • Provide hands-on support to TiSSTAT technical experts during project implementation • Support the design and delivery of TiSSTAT country trainings • Support experts during TiSSTAT installation and deployment in partner countries, In particular for Saint Lucia and Saint Kitts and Nevis • Coordinate with national statistical offices and target countries • Support in the organization of the data cleaning workshop to be held in Geneva on last week of April and participate in technical and coordination meetings; prepare meeting agendas, minutes, and follow-up notes. 2. Internal Project Coordination and Team Support: • Support project management and monitoring of ongoing TiSSTAT-related activities within the STAT team • Track progress across multiple workstreams and contribute to internal coordination • Organize internal meetings, planning sessions, and team activities • Support the manager in the preparation of visual materials (presentations, dashboards, summary slides) for meetings and briefings • Contribute to the drafting of meeting reports and analytical summaries aligned with discussions and decisions
Qualifications/special skills
An advanced university degree, Master, in finance, economics, statistics, international relations, development studies, public administration or a related field is required. At least 1 year of relevant professional experience in financial analysis, data analysis, and project monitoring or follow-up, preferably in an international or regional development context is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual collaboration tools, Zoom Teams, is required. Work experience with financial reporting, budget tracking, or data entry is desirable. Familiarity with organizing meetings, preparing minutes, and supporting workshops or training sessions is desirable.
Languages
Fluency written and oral in English is required.
Additional Information
Not available.
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.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a challenging project you managed and how you ensured its successful implementation. | This assesses your project management skills and ability to navigate challenges. | Focus on a specific project, highlight your role, the challenges faced, and the successful outcome. |
| Can you give an example of a time when you supported a training session or workshop? | The interviewer is looking to evaluate your experience in organizing and facilitating training. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you approach data cleaning and analysis? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use for effective communication with team members? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to track multiple project activities. How did you manage your time? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure that you stay proficient in using Microsoft Office tools? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you explain your experience with budget tracking in your previous roles? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps would you take to prepare for a meeting and ensure it runs smoothly? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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