UNV Research Assistant

Contract

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 Sub-regional Office for North Africa (SRO-NA) of the ECA is located in Rabat, Morocco. It is headed by a Director who reports to the Deputy Executive Secretary (Programme). Its main objective is to enhance the employment creation environment in North Africa through strengthened economic diversification and regional integration and a better recognition of migrant workers' qualifications and skills. The incumbent will work under the overall guidance of the Director of the Office and the direct supervision of the Chief of the Employment and Skills for Balanced Development Section of the Office

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Employment and Skills for Balanced Development Section and the overall guidance of the Director, the UNV Research Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: • Independently identifies and monitors substantive aspects of the work of the Office in various regions/countries. • Selects and evaluates a variety of documents, summarizes pertinent material, collects and analyses data, and prepares background materials for assessment papers, studies, briefs, and reports. • Systematically follows through and retrieves, highlights and compiles information from a wide variety of information sources; prepares input for the electronic database and the internet and co-operates with research institutes and organizations in the collection of data. • Prepares charts, graphs and other outputs for reporting and presentation of various data. • Assists in formulating project proposals and co-ordinates day-to-day monitoring and implementation of these projects. • Produces analytical, quantitative and qualitative elements required for the elaboration of documents and reports contained in the regular work programme and extraordinary work assigned to the Office. • Builds special data sets for specific research needs or for reports. • Designs and updates databases and completes programme regarding procedures, sources and final presentations. • Carries out preparatory work for and assists in organizing Committee/Task Force meetings and workshops. Drafts agenda and procedural notes for meetings of various committees. • Establishes internal databases; sets up, files, stores and manages data and information relevant to the scope of programme/project activities. • Participates in technical meetings, conferences, and seminars. Serves as Secretary to committees, ad hoc task forces, etc.; takes notes, draft summary reports, minutes, notes for the files or assessment reports for presentation to the Office; monitors follow-up actions, etc. • Liaises with relevant parties both outside (delegates, NGOs) and inside the Organization. • Drafts and edits complicated, complex, and often technical texts. • Prepares newsletters on programme/project-related activities; drafts inputs for a wide range of documents/reports, briefings/debriefings, correspondence, etc. • Processes information gathered (background, data, statistics, etc.) using various computer programmes and periodically updates the information to allow its distribution and easy access by multiple and potential users. • Tracks resolutions and other legislative decisions that affect programme/project content and oversees the preparation of the relevant databases to ensure the incorporation of programmatic and other changes enacted by legislations. • May undertake mission/field work in support of the above activities. • May provide guidance and support to more junior staff and review work assignments, provide training and inputs to performance evaluation. • Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for publication and/or information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. • Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. • Performs other duties as assigned.

Work implies frequent interaction with the following: • Establish and maintain relationships with various ECA offices as well as counterparts, senior officers and technical staff in relevant Secretariat units and in UN funds, programs and other UN specialized agencies; Representatives and officials in national governments, international organizations, consultants

Results/expected outputs:

As an active UNECA team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support rendered to UNECA and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including: • Provides reliable research and data on specifically defined aspects of thematic areas defined • Processes work and follows-up, under some supervision, seeking advice and/or reporting to supervisor as needed • Consistently applies appropriate policies, guidelines and procedures • Effectively and in a timely manner, liaises and interacts with colleagues and concerned parties internally and externally

• Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment • A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed

• Professionalism – Knowledge and understanding of the functions and organization of the work unit and of the United Nations system and organizational structure and respective roles of related units. Knowledge of internal policies, processes, procedures and protocol generally and in particular those related to the area of responsibility. Ability to identify, extract interpret, analyse and format a wide range of data. Ability to research and gather information from a wide variety of standard and non-standard sources. Demonstrates ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Able to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. • Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. • Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

collecting and researching data across various areas of social and economic development or related areas is required • At least Three (3) years of experience in data collection analytics and presentations or related areas is desirable • Experience in databank management and softwares such as Eviews is also desirable

Rabat, the capital, is a peaceful city. People are friendly to visitors. Services in terms of banking, transportation, health, and communications are easily available. Road network is good both in terms of spread and quality of the roads. Public transportation in is limited. Taxis are relatively cheap and easily available. There are a number of shopping malls, restaurants, gyms, and cinemas although COVID19 sanitary measures are in application. A large variety of accommodation options can be found. There are no specific security threats. As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. National UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan. https://www.unv.org/