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Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Informattion Management Officer, P-3.UN Secretariat, DESA, New York. Open until 24 September 2013

Job Title: Information Management Officer, P3 Department/ Office: Department of Economic and Social Affairs Duty Station: NEW YORK Posting Period: 26 July 2013-24 September 2013 Job Opening number: 13-IMA-DESA-28680-R-NEW YORK (R) United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Office of the Director, Division for Public Administration and Development Management in the Department for Economic and Social Affairs. The incumbent will report to the Director. Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Director of the Division for Public Administration and Development Management (DPADM), the Information Management Officer will assist in the delivery of the mandates of the Division through the work programme in the areas of public administration and development management and will be responsible for the following activities: • Provides support to information management of the Division’s work programme, which include (a) needs and business process analysis; (b) organization and maintenance of UN information assets; and (c) information management policies and procedures, with an emphasis on technological applications. • Research, compile and summarize background materials necessary for the preparation of reports, briefs, speeches, etc.; assists in the research and analysis necessary in the conceptualization and formulation of projects in priority areas of the Division, including the United Nations Public Administration Country Studies (UNPACS). • Participates and contributes to feasibility studies, system analysis, design and development of projects including the Division’s work programme management system, budget management system and personnel management system. • Manages information assets in the Division; sets up and maintains systems, guidelines and processes. • Develops training materials and guidelines; trains staff in use and compliance of information management systems. • Maintains effective communication and information exchange with the Office of the Under-Secretary General, Permanent Missions to the UN, intergovernmental agencies, etc. ensuring appropriate and strategic communication, as well as timely and accurate flow of information internally and externally. • Other tasks as assigned. Competencies Professionalism: Knowledge of information management and information technologies in the areas of e-government and use of information communication technologies (ICT) in public administration; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of information management through the use of ICT tools; ability to conduct analysis and provide recommendations on information and project/programme management; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; 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; places the institutional agenda before personal agenda. Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments to effectively organize and coordinate the diverse administrative and management tasks; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in information science, information management, technology, computer science, public or business administration or 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 Experience A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in information management in the area of public administration and governance is required. Experience in programme management, budget management and personnel management is desirable. Qualifying years of experience are calculated following the receipt of the first level university degree recognised by the United Nations. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and oral English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable. Assessment Method Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Special Notice - Les fonctionnaires sont soumis à l’autorité du Secrétaire général, qui décide de leur affectation. Au fil de leur carrière, ils sont censés changer de fonctions périodiquement, conformément aux règles et procédures en vigueur. 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.

Monday, June 25, 2012

Information Management Officer, . P-3 (Records and Archives Management). UNAKRT, Phnom Penh. Open until 22 July 2012

Job Title: Information Management Officer (Records and Archives Management), P3 Department/ Office: Department of Economic and Social Affairs Duty Station: PHNOM-PENH Posting Period: 22 June 2012-22 July 2012 Job Opening number: 12-IMA-DESA-23584-R-PHNOM-PENH (E) United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity Org. Setting and Reporting Under the applicable law, and in accordance with the terms of the Agreement between the United Nations and the Royal Government of Cambodia, the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC) has jurisdiction to try senior leaders and those who were most responsible for the crimes and serious violations of Cambodian penal law, international humanitarian law and custom, and international conventions recognized by Cambodia, during the period of the Khmer Rouge regime from 17 April 1975 to 6 January 1979. While the ECCC is established as a national Court, the Royal Government of Cambodia sought the technical assistance of the United Nations in operating the court. In Resolution A/57/228 and A/57/228B, the General Assembly approved the involvement of the United Nations and endorsed the agreement outlining the arrangements between the two parties. The United Nations Assistance to the Khmer Rouge Trials (UNAKRT) was established in 2005 to provide on-going technical, operational and logistical support to the Royal Government of Cambodia in all aspect of the Court's operations This position is located in the Court Management Section. To learn more about UNAKRT, please visit our website http://www.unakrt-online.org Responsibilities Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Director of Administration, and the direct supervision of the Chief of the Court Management Section, the incumbent shall be responsible for the following duties: Maintain, plan and develop the ECCC’s integrated records and archives system to ensure access to reliable, authentic records that serve as evidence of the ECCC’s decisions, activities and operations; Develop and revise records and archives policies, tools, procedures and standards for the organisation; Provide training and advice to ECCC staff on records, archives and information management issues, with special emphasis on the judicial records and its dissemination and preservation; Plan, implement and manage the ECCC’s electronic records management system and ensure the accurate capturing, storage, data entry, security, retrieval of and access to the records in the system; Coordinate with the Information Communication Technology section to ensure system administration of the electronic records management system; Evaluate and recommend solutions for the disposal and/or long term preservation of ECCC records, according to established policies and procedures; Design, implement and monitor projects undertaken to extend and promote records and archives services and specifically the digitisation of magnetic, paper and microfiche/microfilm data to guarantee accessibility of these through the electronic records management system; Coordinate the redaction of information to be disclosed or further disseminated, applying retention policies and security restrictions on the records of the ECCC; Perform the role of document control coordinator for the Translation Unit; Participate in record-keeping improvement projects, contributing to feasibility studies, systems analysis, design, development and implementation and in the evaluation and testing of record-keeping application improvements and new systems; provides user support; Manage records accession and disposition functions by applying the life-cycle concept to information assets, including appraisal by liaising with records-originating offices regarding the transfer and/or disposal of their records; assure that retention schedules, registration and physical aspects of records transfers meet established standards; oversee space management and commercial storage contracts; Understands, keeps current with and applies preservation techniques and strategies for records in all media; Perform and supervise reference functions by advising and providing guidance and support to internal and external users about records holdings and accessibility, maintaining communications with other information management networks and records and archives specialists; Assist in programme administration, including provision of assistance to or supervision of contractual employees staff, formulation of consultant and institutional contracts and subsequent implementation, development of the programme budget, etc; Perform other related duties, as required. Competencies - PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of information management, archival, record keeping and record disposition. Knowledge of electronic data maintenance, including appraisal, conservation and migration management; records preservation and description. Ability to demonstrate conceptual, analytical and evaluative skills and conduct independent research and analysis, identifying and assessing issues, formulating options and making 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 perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. - PLANNING AND 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. - TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology. Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in archival, information science, information systems, library science, or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience in records administration or related to archives and records management may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Work Experience A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in modern record archives management, record keeping, library, information management or related area is required. Experience with international tribunals or international law enforcement organizations is desirable. Experience with Electronic Documents and Records Management Systems as a content administrator/manager and with integrated information management solutions is desirable. Languages The official working languages of the Extraordinary Chambers are Khmer, English and French. For this position, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of French and/or Khmer is desirable. Assessment Method Qualified short-listed candidates may be requested, as part of the evaluation process for this position, to undergo an assessment exercise which may be followed by an invitation to a competency-based interview. Special Notice Appointment against this position is limited to the United Nations Assistance to the Khmer Rouge Trials (UNAKRT). The initial appointment will be for a period of one year; an extension is subject to the extension of the mandate of UNAKRT and/or the availability of funding. 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

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Information Management Assistant, G-5. UN Secretariat, DESA. Open until 03 November 2010

Information Management Assistant, New York
Closing Date: Wednesday, 03 November 2010
UN Secretariat, New York
Civil Society; Information Management; Information Systems; Word Processing Job Title

Information Management Assistant, G5

Department/ Office

NGO BRANCH

Duty Station

NEW YORK

Posting Period

4 October 2010-3 November 2010

Job Opening number

10-IMA-desa oescsc ngob-15782-R-NEW YORK

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Organizational Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Branch of the Office for Economic and Social Council Support and Coordination (OESC), Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA).

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority and under the overall supervision of the Chief of the NGO Branch, Office for ECOSOC Support and Coordination, the Information Management Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

Assists in the management of information regarding NGO accreditation and application processes through the integrated Civil Society Organization Toolkit.

Assists in compiling and recording information for the NGO Committee and the Paperless Committee System.

Maintains and updates information in the UN-DESA CSO-Net portal, including the Event Management System reference database on NGO participation in scheduled meetings and events of the UN system.

Registers Branch's incoming and outgoing records and participates in maintaining the Branch's reference database.

Conducts initial screening and processes requests for NGO grounds passes bringing urgent and current matters to his/her supervisor's attention.

Provides administrative support to the Branch Chief and undertakes other duties as assigned.

Coordinates extensively with service units and liaises frequently with NGOs and members of the diplomatic community.

Performs a variety of administrative duties (e.g. leave recording, meeting organization, room reservations, office supply and equipment orders, etc.) including preparing/processing administrative requests/documents (e.g. travel requests, expense claims, vouchers, visa applications, etc.)

Maintains liaison with the Executive Office, and with senior officials in other units regarding on-going programmes and other administrative matters; monitors processes and schedules related to the unit's outputs, products, tasks etc.

Drafts responses to a wide range of correspondence and other communications; uses standard word processing package to produce a wide variety of documents and reports.

Responds to complex information requests and inquiries (e.g. answers request requiring file search etc.).

Maintains files (both paper and electronic) and databases for work unit.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Professionalism – Knowledge of electronic record keeping and relevant information systems and networks. Ability to undertake research, maintain records in a systematic fashion and to retrieve necessary materials with maximum speed and accuracy. Shows pride in work and in achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Team Work – 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.

Client Orientation – Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to clients.

Technology Awareness – Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience

Five years of experience in archives, electronic record management or related area. Experience in working with NGOs is required.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.

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.

Assessment Method

Competency-based interview.

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.

Special Notice

Passing the New York Administrative Support Assessment Test is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Service category in the United Nations Headquarters at New York. To make arrangements to take this test, you may bring in person a copy of your completed Personal History Profile to the General Services and Related Categories Staffing Unit (GSRCSU), United Nations Secretariat, located at One United Nations Plaza (at corner of 1st Avenue and 44th Street), Room DC1-200. GSRCSU receives applicants every Wednesday (except public holidays) between 10.00 am and Noon. Persons wishing to take the ASAT are pre-screened and, if successful, scheduled to sit the ASAT at a later date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

Friday, January 29, 2010

Information Management Officer, P-3. UN Secretariat/DESA. New York. Open until the 26 March 2010

Information Management Officer, P-3
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DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 26 Mar 2010
DATE OF ISSUANCE: 25 Jan 2010
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Department of Economic and Social Affairs
DUTY STATION: New York
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 10-IMA-DESA-422887-R-NEW YORK (G)


Priority consideration for vacancies at the P3 level will be given to internal candidates and candidates who have passed a competitive examination.


Remuneration
Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
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United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
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Responsibilities
Within delegated authority and under the direct supervision of the Director of the Division for Public Administration and Development Management (DPADM), the Information Management Officer will be responsible for the following activities: (1) Provides support to information management of the Division’s work programme, which include (a) needs and business process analysis; (b) organization and maintenance of UN information assets; and (c) information management policies and procedures, with an emphasis on technological applications; (2) Researches, analyses, implements and evaluates new applications of information technology to develop and manage the Divisional Knowledge Base and the United Nations Public Administration Network (UNPAN); (3) Participates and contributes to feasibility studies, system analysis, design and development of projects including the Division’s work programme management system, budget management system and personnel management system; (4) Manages information assets in the Division; sets up and maintains systems, guidelines and processes; (5) Develops training materials and guidelines; trains staff in use and compliance of information management systems; (6) Maintains effective communication and information exchange with the Office of the Under-Secretary General, Permanent Missions to the UN, intergovernmental agencies, etc., ensuring appropriate and strategic communication, as well as timely and accurate flow of information internally and externally; and 7) Other tasks as assigned.

Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of information management and information technologies in the areas of e-government and use of information communication technologies (ICT) in public administration; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of information management through the use of ICT tools; ability to conduct analysis and provide recommendations on information management and advanced ICT tools; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; 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. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; places the institutional agenda before personal agenda. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments to effectively organize and coordinate the diverse administrative and management tasks; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules.


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QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in information science, information management, information technology, computer science or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in information management, software application development and management of knowledge-based ICT tools is required. At least one year of experience in programme management, budget management and personnel management is desirable.

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and oral English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.

Other Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft .Net technologies and Microsoft SQL database application is required. Proficiency in Document Management Systems and DotNetNuke content management system is desirable.


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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). English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.


How to apply

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first, provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met and the application is submitted in a timely fashion, staff members should apply within 15-day or 30-day mark.

Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please go to “My UN” page and check the status of your application by clicking on “View Application History”, and resubmit the application, if necessary.

To start the application process, applicants are required to register by opening a "My UN" account. Go to Login, and Register as a User. Fill in the form and choose a User Name and Password.


After opening the account, applicants may apply for vacancies using the Personal History Profile (PHP) provided. Once the PHP has been completed for a particular vacancy, it can be saved and used for future applications. The PHP may be up-dated, when necessary, for future applications.


In completing the PHP, please note that all fields marked with an asterisk must be completed.


UN staff members must submit scanned copies of their two latest Performance Appraisal System (PAS) reports at the time of application to the appropriate Human Resources Office (HRO)/Personnel Office (PO) to the email address below, clearly indicating the vacancy announcement number. In case you have no access to the digitizing equipment, please submit hard copies of the two latest PAS reports to the relevant HRO/PO via fax.

E-mail: staffing@un.org,

Fax: 1-917-367-0524