Research Analyst
Assist in vetting accuracy of Machine Learning models for job descriptions and features.
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Overview
Assist in vetting accuracy of Machine Learning models for job descriptions and features.
You have:
- A High school diploma is required.
- Fluency in English and Arabic is required. Knowledge of French is required.
- No previous work experience is required.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office is required.
Contract
This is a Consultancy contract. More about Consultancy contracts.
Result of Service
The objective of this employment opportunity is to assist in vetting the accuracy of Machine Learning model’s quality of extracting job features in job descriptions.
Work Location
UN-House ESCWA
Expected duration
3.5 months
Duties and Responsibilities
The world is currently experiencing the Fourth Industrial Revolution, where Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and automation of activities are the key drivers of this revolution. This revolution will inevitably eliminate many current lines of work yet can bring in new lines of employment. ESCWA's Future of work initiative is expected to provide a forum for ESCWA countries to prepare for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (FIR) jobs while factoring in the number of jobs needed between now and the attainment of the 2030 Agenda. The key aim is to support member States for the upcoming change in employment and skills due to technological advancements. Ultimately, ESCWA will help member states harness job opportunities emerging from the advent of newer technologies while taming challenges. The individual contractor will be responsible for the following tasks: 1- Assist in checking accuracy of how Machine Learning is capturing Country and Cities classification. 2- Assist in checking accuracy of skills for ISCO jobs. 3- Assist in checking accuracy of how regular expression (Reg-X) models are capturing different features from text (eg. wages, gender, employment type). 4- Assist in conducting data analysis using data from the ESCWA Skills Monitor. 5- Assist in meeting, workshops and mission preparations including administrative activities. 6- Help in all Ad hoc activities related to labor market policies and private sector development.
Qualifications/special skills
A High school diploma is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. For this post, no previous work experience is required. Familiarity with Microsoft Office is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English and Arabic is required. Knowledge of French is required. Note: "Fluency" equals a rating of 'fluent' in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and "Knowledge of" equals a rating of 'confident' in two of the four areas.
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
| How would you ensure the accuracy of data analysis in this role? | This question evaluates your approach to data accuracy and attention to detail. | Describe your methods for verifying and validating data. |
| Can you describe your experience with machine learning or data related projects? | Understanding your familiarity with machine learning concepts is crucial for this position. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies would you employ to engage stakeholders in meeting preparations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when faced with multiple deadlines? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time you had to work with data in a team setting. What was your role? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you approach learning new software or tools for data analysis? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods would you use to capture accurate classifications in your work? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure clarity when communicating complex information? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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