JOB DESCRIPTION

Org. Setting and Reporting This temporary position is located in in the Global Innovation and Data Analytics Service, Office of the Under-Secretary General, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management in Vienna. The Data Specialist reports to the Chief of Data Analytics and Integration Section. The focus of this position is to generate and communicate data-driven analyses and insights in support of decision-making processes.

Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Data Specialist will be responsible for the following duties: · Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality. · Identify, analyse, and interpret trends or patterns, using statistical methods to identify relevant features and variables in structured and unstructured sources of information and data. · Develop and implement various analysis, reporting and quality control capabilities; identify appropriate data sources for analytics projects; locate and define new data analysis process improvement opportunities. · Develop reports, dashboards or other tools to effectively summarize findings and convey information to management. · Document requirements, background information and methodology and establish documentation practices and standards for other staff to follow. · Create interactive and static data visualizations and employ advanced features of data visualization tools to aid decision-making and communications of analysis outputs. · Lead production of data products such as reports or newsletters related to data analysis activities. · Drafts inputs for a wide range of documents/reports, briefings/debriefings, correspondence, etc. · Establish communication and cooperation with other parts of the organization to request data and express data needs. · Collaborate with data engineers and data scientists to improve data flows, data quality, etc. · Keep abreast of the current and emerging trends and developments in data analytics best practices, technologies and tools, and update management with findings and suggestions. · Support the assessment of model evaluation using appropriate validation metrics to ensure the model is comprehensive and supports the organizational objectives. · Conduct activities aimed at building capacity of staff on data analytics, including trainings for staff members and other personnel. · Deliver trainings and workshops on data analytics tailored to different audiences as appropriate. · Support projects execution by conducting robust data analysis and collaborate with other team members to ensure that projects adhere to work plan objectives. · Supervise and guide other colleagues in the data-centric roles. · Execute and oversee specific projects and activities, ensuring effective use of resources and alignment with planned objectives. · Utilize acquired resources to build analysis, reporting and quality control. · Support the development of materials for external and internal audits through data preparation, compliance tracking, and report generation. Work implies frequent interaction with the following: The Data Analyst interacts with counterparts, officers and technical staff in relevant organizational units in data engineering, data science and other data specialists, data owners and subject matter experts to develop and implement the databases, data collection systems and data analytics that optimize statistical efficiency and quality. It also interacts with external counterparts in the UN funds, programs and other UN specialized agencies, consultants, and NGOs to collaborate and exchange information and best practices. Results Expected: The Data Analyst turns data into information, information into insight and insight into business decisions. Through a range of data-driven products, the Data Analyst helps colleagues identify and communicate facts, trends, and patterns to support evidence-based decision-making. Within delegated authority, the Data Analyst will be responsible for the following duties: · Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality. · Identify, analyse, and interpret trends or patterns, using statistical methods to identify relevant features and variables in structured and unstructured sources of information and data. · Develop and implement various analysis, reporting and quality control capabilities; identify appropriate data sources for analytics projects; locate and define new data analysis process improvement opportunities. · Develop reports, dashboards or other tools to effectively summarize findings and convey information to management. · Document requirements, background information and methodology and establish documentation practices and standards for other staff to follow. · Create interactive and static data visualizations and employ advanced features of data visualization tools to aid decision-making and communications of analysis outputs. · Lead production of data products such as reports or newsletters related to data analysis activities. · Drafts inputs for a wide range of documents/reports, briefings/debriefings, correspondence, etc. · Establish communication and cooperation with other parts of the organization to request data and express data needs. · Collaborate with data engineers and data scientists to improve data flows, data quality, etc. · Keep abreast of the current and emerging trends and developments in data analytics best practices, technologies and tools, and update management with findings and suggestions. · Support the assessment of model evaluation using appropriate validation metrics to ensure the model is comprehensive and supports the organizational objectives. · Conduct activities aimed at building capacity of staff on data analytics, including trainings for staff members and other personnel. · Deliver trainings and workshops on data analytics tailored to different audiences as appropriate. · Support projects execution by conducting robust data analysis and collaborate with other team members to ensure that projects adhere to work plan objectives. · Supervise and guide other colleagues in the data-centric roles. · Execute and oversee specific projects and activities, ensuring effective use of resources and alignment with planned objectives. · Utilize acquired resources to build analysis, reporting and quality control. · Support the development of materials for external and internal audits through data preparation, compliance tracking, and report generation. Work implies frequent interaction with the following: The Data Analyst interacts with counterparts, officers and technical staff in relevant organizational units in data engineering, data science and other data specialists, data owners and subject matter experts to develop and implement the databases, data collection systems and data analytics that optimize statistical efficiency and quality. It also interacts with external counterparts in the UN funds, programs and other UN specialized agencies, consultants, and NGOs to collaborate and exchange information and best practices. Results Expected: The Data Analyst turns data into information, information into insight and insight into business decisions. Through a range of data-driven products, the Data Analyst helps colleagues identify and communicate facts, trends, and patterns to support evidence-based decision-making.

Competencies Professionalism: 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. Ability to quality-check work completed by other team members. 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. 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. 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.

Education Advanced 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 qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job – Specific Qualification Not available.

Work Experience A minimum of 5 years demonstrated knowledge of foundational concepts in data manipulation and data analysis such as data structures, statistical methods is required. A minimum of 5 years demonstrated knowledge of data life cycle including data collection, data wrangling, analysis, visualization, deployment, monitoring, and reporting is required. A minimum of 3 years demonstrated ability to use data to inform decisions, strategies and execution is required. A minimum of 3 years demonstrated ability to use self-service analytics and data visualization applications (MS PowerBI, Qlik, Tableau or similar), or business intelligence tools (SAP Business Objects, etc.) is required. A minimum of 3 years demonstrated ability to assess data accuracy and consistency by performing data validation is required. Demonstrated knowledge in tools managing version control such as Git is desirable. Demonstrated knowledge with database or programming languages (SQL, Python, R) is desirable.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. There are no additional desirable languages specified. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).

Required Languages

LanguageReadingWritingListeningSpeakingEnglishUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level II

Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice • This position is temporarily available in January 2026 for 364 days. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. • While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. • The appointment or assignment and renewal thereofare subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate. • Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. • This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15. • Individual contractors and consultants who have worked within the UN Secretariat in the last six months, irrespective of the administering entity, are ineligible to apply for professional and higher temporary or fixed-term positions and their applications will not be considered. • Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. • Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as “retirement.” Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.

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