Un(e) Associé (e) Principal (e) à l'Information, Communication et Technologie, GS7, Fixed-Term, Cotonou/Benin
Contract
This is a G-6 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 6 years of experience, depending on education.
Salary
The salary for this job should be more than 1,441 USD.
Salary for a G-6 contract in Cotonou
The salary of a G-6 depends on the duty station. The minimum salary there is 843,750 XOF (~1,441 USD) Please note that depending on the location, a higher post adjustment might still result in a lower purchasing power.Please keep in mind that the salary displayed here is an estimation by UN Talent based on the location and the type of contract. It may vary depending on the organization. The recruiter should be able to inform you about the exact salary range. In case the job description contains another salary information, please refer to this one.
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L' Associé (e) Principal (e) à l'Information, Communication et Technologie effectue des activités spécialisées relatives aux systèmes ICT de l'UNICEF, y compris l'administration des ordinateurs de bureau, les opérations de serveur, le matériel et les logiciels. Les activités spécialisées peuvent inclure un soutien technique dans le test et la mise en œuvre de nouvelles versions de systèmes d'application, de modules et de fonctionnalités, ainsi que des tâches d'administration de systèmes. Il s'agit d'un travail qualifié, qui peut inclure la fourniture d'une direction de procédure à du personnel plus junior ou servir de point focal pour un projet de système.
Résumé des principales fonctions/responsabilités :
- Soutien au service à la clientèle ICT du bureau;
- Administration ICT
Les détails sont dans le JD ci-joint: Senior ICT Associate G-7.docx
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
The following minimum requirements:
• Education: Un diplôme de l'enseignement secondaire est requis, complété par une formation universitaire en informatique, en systèmes d'information, en télécommunications ou en ingénierie.
Le certificat de l'ITIL Foundation ou une certification équivalente en matière d'assistance à la clientèle est un atout.
*Pour ce poste, une licence délivrée par un établissement universitaire reconnu dans un domaine pertinent peut remplacer trois années d'expérience professionnelle. Un master peut remplacer deux années supplémentaires.
• Work Experience: Une expérience professionnelle pratique d'au moins sept ans dans le domaine des technologies de l'information, nécessitant des méthodes systématiques de dépannage et de résolution des problèmes, est requise.
Une expérience de l'assistance aux utilisateurs de produits et services informatiques et de l'utilisation d'applications et d'outils de diagnostic est requise.
Une expérience pratique de la fourniture d'une assistance et de services techniques et commerciaux à la clientèle est requise.
Une expérience pratique et une connaissance pratique de diverses plates-formes et applications informatiques sont requises.
• Skills:
- Connaissance approfondie de la réglementation, des règles et des procédures des organisations en matière de TIC, ainsi que des systèmes et des applications.
- Connaissance approfondie des systèmes informatiques, y compris des logiciels des systèmes d'exploitation des micro-ordinateurs (par exemple Windows, Linux, autres applications), du matériel informatique et des logiciels d'application, ainsi que d'autres équipements de bureautique.
- Capacité à développer et à dispenser des formations.
- Capacité à identifier correctement et rapidement les problèmes, à élaborer des solutions et à résoudre les problèmes.
- Prendre la responsabilité de répondre rapidement et de manière proactive aux besoins en matière de services.
- Faire preuve d'un haut degré d'intégrité et de fiabilité et honorer les questions de confidentialité.
- Capacité à effectuer un travail rapide et précis dans des délais serrés.
- Faire preuve de courtoisie, de tact, de patience et d'une capacité à travailler efficacement avec des personnes d'origines nationales et culturelles différentes.
• Language Requirements: La maîtrise du français est requise
The following desirables:
• Expérience professionnelle dans les pays en développement et/ou connaissance des situations d'urgence. • Language: La connaissance de l'anglais opérationnel et d'une langue locale est un atout.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
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The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…
(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others [add the 8th competency (Nurtures, leads and manages people) for a supervisory role].
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We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.
UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.
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