United States of America: Strategic Information Adviser
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 13 Sep 2013
We are pleased to announce the following vacancy:
JOB ID NO.: 2306
CLOSING DATE: 13 September 2013 (5:00 p.m. New York time)
POST TITLE: Strategic Information Adviser
CATEGORY: ICS- 12 (P-5)
POST NUMBER: 26717
POST TYPE: Non-Rotational
DUTY STATION: New York
DURATION: One year (renewable) *
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Strategic Information and Knowledge Management Branch (SIKMB), Programme Division
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT
This post is located in the Strategic Information and Knowledge Management Branch (SI&KMB) of Programme Division (PD). It is under the direct supervision of the Chief, SI&KMB.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of the Chief, SIKMB, the incumbent performs tasks in the following areas:
- Management of organization-wide Strategic Information policies and systems
Ensures that: - A Strategic Information policy is developed and regularly updated;- Plans for strategic information activities are developed, implemented, reported on and updated regularly;- Strategic Information approaches and methodologies are adopted, developed and updated frequently;- Strategic information is tailored to the needs of the different users in the organization- Strategic information is regularly collected, analyzed, and displayed conveniently for decision makers to use and make decisions. - Quality assurance measures and systems are in place to ensure availability of high quality strategic information organization-wide- Strategic Information is effectively used to inform decision-making in the organization. - The strategic information function is regularly reviewed, including benchmarking with other similar development agencies, to gather lessons learned and build on successes so as to improve the function - The strategic information function complies with all relevant UNFPA policies as well as with the UN and internationally accepted standards.
Development of strategic information systems, • Leads the design and implementation of strategic information systems;• Ensures that guidelines and procedures for using the strategic information system are available to all staff. • Ensures that information systems in the organization are compatible and can interface with the strategic information systems.• Ensure that the strategic information system comprehensively covers the strategic information needs of the decision makers at the different level in the organization.
Promotion of organizational capacity of managing and using strategic information systems. • Supervises and mentors junior staff working on strategic information in the organization• Raises awareness and leads capacity building of staff in management and use of strategic information systems• Facilitates and manages strategic information networks• Ensures the maintenance of institutional memory of strategic information systems • Ensures that the strategic information systems apply the information technology that is latest, and appropriate and affordable to UNFPA.
Provision of advice and support• Provides technical advice in the development of strategic information sub-systems at the different levels of the organization;• Assists in the selection of consultants for support strategic information systems ;
Networking and participation in UN System• Networks with other UN organizations, bilateral donors, development cooperation organizations,• professional institutions/associations on strategic information management, policies and practices;• Contributes to simplification and harmonization of strategic Information systems across the organization. • Supports joint strategic Information activities and initiatives with other organizations (UN organizations and bilateral donors).
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Advanced degree in social sciences, public health, economics, demography or management.• 10 years of professional experience of strategic information management, of which at least 7 years in of results-based management and performance measurement systems. 5 out of 10 years should be at the international level, in the areas of development work and/or related social sector areas.• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of another UN language is an asset.
Required Competencies:
Core Competencies
• Values/Guiding Principles;• Performance Management; • Developing People/Coaching and Mentoring & Fostering Innovation and Empowerment;• Working in Teams; • Self-Management/Emotional Intelligence; • Communication; • Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making; • Analytical and Strategic Thinking and Results Orientation/Commitment to Excellence; • Knowledge Sharing/Continuous Learning
Functional Competencies
• Promoting accountability and results-based management• Impact and influence• Organizational awareness• Promoting organizational learning and knowledge sharing• Job knowledge/Technical expertise
UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.
We offer an attractive remuneration package commensurate with the level of the position.
*No expectancy of renewal in accordance with UN Staff Regulation 4.5
How to apply:
UNFPA has established an electronic application management system. This allows applicants to create a candidate profile, which can be updated regularly and submitted for more than one vacancy. Download the Step by Step Guide to Applying in the E-Recruit System of UNFPA at http://www.unfpa.org/employment
Please print out the Guide for your reference during the registration and application process.
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Notice to applicants: In accordance with the rules of the United Nations, persons applying to posts in the international Professional category, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, are required to renounce such status upon their appointment. Exceptions to this rule are very limited and can be made only for: (a) stateless persons; (b) newly appointed staff members who have applied for citizenship by naturalization, when such citizenship will be granted imminently; (c) acting staff members in the General Service and related categories with permanent residency status, on promotion to the Professional category; (d) staff members appointed under a temporary appointment. Please understand that UNFPA is not in a position to provide advice on or assistance in applying for any citizenship.
