Support in Needs Assessment and IT Solution Developments for UNODC
Support PCCP in strengthening training and data management systems via research and analysis.
Overview
Support PCCP in strengthening training and data management systems via research and analysis.
You have:
- Degree or ongoing studies in law, social sciences, information systems, data science, computer science, or related fields.
- Experience or academic background in research, data analysis, or systems analysis.
- Understanding of data management, digital systems, or IT solutions is an asset.
- Strong analytical and writing skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources into structured reports.
Contract
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This assignment supports PCCP’s efforts to strengthen its internal data systems and training infrastructure. The work contributes to improving evidence-based decision-making, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting better data governance and digital transformation within UNODC-supported programmes.
The Online Volunteers will support PCCP in strengthening its training and data management systems through research, analysis, and documentation. The assignment will focus on two complementary areas: IT solution development support and data management analysis.
The Online Volunteers will work under the supervision of PCCP staff and will contribute in an advisory and supportive capacity only. Tasks will include:
- Conduct a desk-based needs assessment (2 pages) for a potential IT platform supporting PCCP’s training and capacity-building functions.
- Review existing materials on training curricula, planning processes, evaluation systems, and expert/trainer management.
- Identify gaps, requirements, and key considerations for system development.
- Support analysis of technical and functional requirements, including interoperability considerations with UNODC systems.
- Develop high-level recommendations for system improvement based on desk review.
Deliverables: - A two-pages-long needs assessment document for the establishment of an IT platform solution to the PCCP’s training and capacity building approach, including the training curriculum, training planning and organization, assessments, evaluations, trainers/experts pool, and reports. - A five-pages-long report with recommendations advising PCCP management on an IT platform solution for PCCP’s training and capacity building approach, including the training curriculum, training planning and organization, assessments, evaluations, trainers/experts pool, and reports.
Coordination and logistics
Work will be conducted remotely with periodic virtual check-ins with PCCP focal points.
- Degree or ongoing studies in law, social sciences, information systems, data science, computer science, or related fields.
- Experience or academic background in research, data analysis, or systems analysis.
- Understanding of data management, digital systems, or IT solutions is an asset.
- Strong analytical and writing skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources into structured reports.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a past experience where you successfully conducted a needs assessment? | This question assesses your ability to perform thorough assessments and identify gaps. | Provide a specific example, outlining your approach and the outcomes. |
| How would you approach the analysis of technical and functional requirements for an IT solution? | This question evaluates your understanding of system analysis and requirement gathering. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to synthesize information from different sources? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you ensured attention to detail in a previous project? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with data management systems and their best practices. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when working on multiple deliverables? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What key factors would you consider in developing recommendations for an IT platform? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you evaluate the success of a training program or system you've analyzed? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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