Data Systems Specialist

Job title:

Data Systems Specialist

Company

United Nations Development Programme

Job description

:

Data Systems Design and management

• Lead the data entry and aggregation efforts for Climate Promise datasets, drawing from a range of sources (country workplans and reports, thematic trackers, and international climate sources, UNDP surveys, etc.), as well as quality control and assurance tasks, as needed;
• Maintain Climate Promise Excel datasets and Power BI dashboards, while striving to identify ways to expand, improve and strengthen, and support technical staff to update thematic trackers (e.g. adaptation, gender) in a manner consistent with other reporting efforts;
• Identify key trends, define critical questions/queries, and design structured analysis based on raw datasets and complex databases, generating visuals and charts for progress reports, knowledge products, and other communications and advocacy materials.
• Prepare quick turnaround data analytics on a n ad-hoc basis, for inclusion into time-sensitive products, such as briefing notes for UNDP leadership
• Provide technical inputs related to data management and analysis into relevant UNDP corporate initiatives and partnerships

Results-based reporting:

• Create and tailor progress report forms for Climate Promise countries according to donor and workplan requirements on a quarterly basis;
• Aggregate reported results, validate, and link/filter results according to needs of different databases and dashboards;
• Contribute to quarterly and annual progress reporting efforts through analysis of data and review of reported results.

Knowledge sharing and learning development:

• Train UNDP staff on how to access and use Climate Promise datasets and support efforts of technical staff to present and visualize data for knowledge products, social media, and UNDP platforms (e.g. Data Futures).
• Contribute to external presentations with key donors, partners on relevant data analysis and dashboards
• The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation.

Competencies:

Core

Achieve Results:

LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact

Think Innovatively:

LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems

Learn Continuously:

LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences

Adapt with Agility:

LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands

Act with Determination:

LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results

Engage and Partner:

LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration

Enable Diversity and Inclusion:

LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity

People Management

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Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Digital & Innovation: Data collection

• Being skilled in Data Sorting, Data Cleaning, Survey Administration, Presentation and Reporting including collection of Real-Time Data (e.g. mobile data, satellite data, sensor data).

Digital & Innovation: Data analysis

• Ability to extract, analyse and visualize data (including Real-Time Data) to form meaningful insights and aid effective decision making

Digital & Innovation: Data Governance

• Knowledge of data science, skills to develop data management tools, organize and maintain databases and operate data visualization technologies

Digital & Innovation: Data engineering

• Ability in programming languages such as SQL, Python, and R, be adept at finding warehousing solutions, and using ETL (Extract, Transfer, Load) tools, and understanding basic machine learning and algorithms.

Business Development: System Thinking

• Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how

interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system

2023 Agenda: Planet: Nature, Climate and Energy

• Understanding of climate change policies: Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)

Business Management: Portfolio Management

• Ability􀁜 to select, prioritize and control the organizations programmes and projects, in line with its strategic objectives and capacity; ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives and the maintenance of business-as-usual, while optimizing return on investment

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Project Management, Environmental Sciences, International Development, or other related field OR
• A first university degree (Bachelor´s degree) in mentioned above in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• Minimum of five years (with a master’s degree) or seven years (with a bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible work experience in information management and data analysis. Extensive experience in project/programme oversight, management and/or coordination at international level (required)
• Experience aggregating and analysing complex datasets; (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to generate data-driven products (e.g. graphs, charts, infographics) from complex datasets; (Required)
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge using tools such as Power BI, SPSS, Ms Excel, Flourish, and Flow to analyse and present complex datasets in visually compelling ways (i.e., graphs, charts, infographics); (Required)
• Demonstrated experience in database management systems (e.g. SQL Server, MS Access) and Sharepoint. (Required)
• Knowledge of Adobe design tools is an asset (e.g. Photoshop, Illustrator); (desired)
• Knowledge of digital survey tools is an asset (e.g., MS form, SurveyMonkey, KOBO, etc.) (desired)
• Knowledge on UN and/or experience working with the UN, with familiarity with the mandate and operations of UNDP; (desired)
• Demonstrated ability to work across different teams and organisations, and build partnerships to leverage impact. (desired)

Language:

• Fluency in oral and written English (required)
• Competency in another UN official language (desired)

Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.

Disclaimer

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

Expected salary

Location

New York

Job date

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 05:36:44 GMT

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