Job Vacancies Department of Field Support, October 2011

Job Vacancies Department of Field Support
Position Statistician, P3
Department/ Office DEPARTMENT OF FIELD SUPPORT
Duty Station NEW YORK
Closing Date: Saturday, 26 November 2011
Job Opening number 11-STT-DEPARTMENT OF FIELD SUPPORT-21009-R-NEW YORK
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Job Vacancies Org. Setting and Reporting
The position is located in the Information Management Unit (lMU), Quality Assurance and Information Management Section, FPSSS/FPD/DFS . The incumbent will directly report to the Chief, Information Management Unit (lMU).

Job Vacancies Responsibilities
The incumbent will be responsible for the collection, compilation, analysis and dissemination of statistical data used in human resource management in UN peace operations. These statistics will be used by senior managers of the Field Personnel Division (FPD), and as required by other clients, including DFS senior management, OHRM, legislative bodies and external clients.
Organizes, designs, plans and carries out the collection, evaluation, analysis, compilation and dissemination of statistical data by selecting methods of data collection, selecting and implementing methods for checking collected data, and selecting and implementing appropriate methods for data processing for incorporation into databases;
Participates in the development, implementation and management of statistical data base(s);
Participates in small projects for enhancements to existing human resource management reporting systems;
Maintains statistical standards related to human resource management;
Participates in the development or revision of standards on statistical concepts, definitions and classifications by performing methodological research;
Designs business intelligence and reporting solutions for strategic planning and performance evaluation, and for operational monitoring by developing statistical models for strategic and operational business intelligence solutions, including multi-variate forecasting and solutions analysis;
Assists management in applying suitable statistical definitions and methodologies; proposing alternative methods by which information can be processed more efficiently, effectively, reliably, and responsibly;
Provides training and technical support on data collection programmes, country practices and other related information;
Supports end-users of human resource management system reporting tools in DFS management, FPD, and the field;
Organizes and participates in seminars, working groups and expert meetings as a technical resource person;
Guides trains and supervises general service staff ;
Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Vacancies Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM:
Knowledge of statistical principles and practices. Ability to conduct independent research and analysis. Ability to identify issues, formulate options and make conclusions and recommendations. 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 perspective s and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

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.

CLIENT ORIENTATION:
Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Job Vacancies Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in statistics, mathematics, economics, sociology or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job Vacancies Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in the collection, compilation, analysis and dissemination of statistical data .
Experience in designing statistical models is highly desirable.

Job Vacancies Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

Job Vacancies Assessment Method
A competency-based-interview

Job Vacancies Special Notice
- Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers In accordance with established rules and procedures.
- These posts are financed by the Support Account for Peacekeeping Operations. Extension of appointment will be subject to budgetary approval. The appointment of staff will also be limited to service on posts financed by the Support Account.

Job Vacancies United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations – Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.




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