Posting Title: ASSISTANT DATA ANALYST, P1 (Temporary Job Opening)
Job Code Title: ASSISTANT DATA ANALYST
Department/Office: Office of the Special Representative to the Secretary-General on Violence Against Children
Duty Station: NEW YORK
Posting Period: 14 March 2023 – 20 March 2023
Job Opening Number: 23-Data Analytics and Management-OSRSG/VAC-204390-J-New York (R)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organisational Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Violence against Children. Under the overall supervision of the Special Assistant, the Assistant Data Analyst will report to the Special Assistant and to the Special Representative. The Assistant Data Analyst will support the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Violence against Children in ensuring its advocacy is evidence-based and data-driven, as well as through supporting the maintenance of internal and external data and information resources.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Assistant Data Analyst will be responsible for the following duties:
- Support team members with data cleaning from primary or secondary sources and maintaining databases/data systems;
- Create simple data visualizations for internal or external use independently;
- Perform ongoing monitoring and refinement of reports;
- Provide technical support for existing reports, dashboards, or other tools;
- Identifies and analyzes errors and inconsistencies in data and provides timely resolutions;
- Translates data results into written reports, or presentations to convey information to management;
- Provides electronic record keeping support by advising on electronic record keeping system standards and compliance, and by providing training in the use of metadata standards.
CompetenciesProfessionalism: Excellent analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, manage, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy. The ability to analyze, model and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey information succinctly to management. Adept at queries, report writing and presenting findings. Takes pride in the work for the organization and understands the impact that can be brought into the organization by allowing data-driven and evidence-based decisions. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
EducationAdvanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in computer science, data science, analytics, statistics, information management, public administration, management or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work ExperienceApplicants to positions at this level who have an advanced university degree in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience. For applicants who have a first level university degree, two additional years of qualifying work experience is required. Experience in using data to advance decisions, strategies and execution is required. Experience with self-service analytics and data visualization applications (MS PowerBI, Qlik, Tableau or similar), or business intelligence tools (SAP Business Objects, etc.) is required. Experience with database or programming languages (SQL, Python, R) is desirable. Experience with data analysis in the context of the promotion and protection of human rights or child protection is desirable.
LanguagesEnglish and French are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.
AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
Special NoticeAppointment or assignment against this position is for an initial period of six months. The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate.
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