Background Information – PSC

 

Peace and Security Cluster

The UNOPS Peace and Security Cluster (PSC) is a principal service provider in the field of mine action with the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), UNDP, UNICEF, Governments of mine-affected countries and other mine action partners.

It is led by the Director, who has overall authority and accountability for the performance PSC on behalf of its clients.

The Director is responsible for administering and providing oversight of the day-to-day management of the Project Field offices, both according to the client requirements and in line with UNOPS rules and regulations.

United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS)

United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) is a division of the Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI) in the Department of Peace Operations (DPKO).

UNMAS is mandated by the United Nations General Assembly (RES/68/72) to ensure an effective, proactive, and coordinated response to the problem posed by a wide range of explosive hazards.

Legislative mandates also recognize UNMAS technical expertise in responding to threats posed by unsecured and unsafe conventional weapons and ammunition stockpiles. As an office within DPKO, UNMAS supports peacekeeping and special political missions in accordance with Security Council mandates.

 

Functional Responsibilities

 

The Information Management Specialist will support data collection and reporting for the UNMAS opt programme.

Under the supervision of the Head of Project Unit, the Information Management Specialist will:

• Translate business requirements into functional and technical requirements, working with stakeholders to achieve consensus when needed;
• Manage and maintain the programme’s IM systems and information architecture using platforms and services such as Google Cloud Platform (including Cloud SQL, BigQuery, and Data Studio in particular), ArcGIS Enterprise (ArcGIS Pro, Operations Dashboard, Survey123, Webapps, Geocortex, etc.), and manage Google G Suite and Google Drive (users, content sharing, and overseeing the Google Drive structure), among others, to facilitate sustainable and insightful information management solutions;
• Ensure efficient implementation of assigned programmes and activities, focused on system design, planning, and delivery of the UNMAS programmes global IMS, which is based on ArcGIS Enterprise, to facilitate digitized processes supporting the collection, storage and analysis of data.

Coordination and Training

• Support in in the context of partnership building and consensual decision-making;
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of technical documentation, guidance, templates and training materials;
• Present IM products and processes to external audiences and engage in liaison and coordination with external partners;
• Conduct training and other capacity building activities for PSC personnel and relevant stakeholders on the use of information management, knowledge management and analytics tools.

Analysis and Data Responsibilities

• Collect data requirements and identify data sources that can be used within tools to support decision making processes;
• Ensure high data quality standards, data verification procedures implementation and updates, development of relevant guidelines and documentation;
• Facilitate the integration and use of key data sources across PSC’s systems landscape;
• Develop various types of information and analytical products used within dashboards and ArcGIS web applications;
• Provide advice to senior management and help to create special IM projects for use by the Programme or Operations unit;
• Ensure that the management of IMS content, users, and groups aligns with data security and safety SOPs (protocols), and recommend adapting protocols if data security is found to be insufficient or at risk;
• Search for innovative remote-sensing and AI data analysis solutions to meet the program’s data product needs.

Team Management

• Facilitate the engagement and provision of high quality results and services of the Information Management team supervised through effective work planning, performance management, coaching, and promotion of learning and development;
• Support the oversight, ensuring compliance by team members with existing policies and best practices.

 

Education/Experience/Language requirements

 

Education:

• Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in Computer Science, GIS, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Analysis, or another relevant field with 5 years of relevant experience; OR
• First level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in Computer Science, GIS, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Analysis, or another relevant field with 7 years of relevant experience.

Experience:

• Relevant experience is defined as experience in design and implementation of complex IM systems (data architecture, enterprise architecture, processes and workflows).
• Experience in data management (data modelling, database design, migrations, etc.) is required.
• Python or any relevant scripting experience (JavaScript, etc.) is desired.

 

Competencies

 

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

 

Contract type, level and duration

 

• Contract type: International Individual Contractor Agreement (IICA)
• Contract level: IICA-2 (ICS-10)
• Contract duration: 4 months (with possibility of extension, subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance)

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Information

 

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity.

  Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities.

  UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.

• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.

  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.

• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.

  For more information on a retainer contract here.

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks.

  In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.

• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel.

  Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.