| Posting Title: | INFORMATION MANAGEMENT OFFICER |
| Job Code Title: | INFORMATION MANAGEMENT OFFICER |
| Department/Office: | OFFICE FOR DISARMAMENT AFFAIRS |
| Duty Station: | NEW YORK |
| Posting Period: | 05 January 2017 - 16 January 2017 |
| Job Opening Number: | 17-Information Management Systems-ODA-72500-J-New York (T) |
| Staffing Exercise | N/A |
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
The selected staff member needs to be released immediately to take up this position.
Notes:
�A current staff member who holds a fixed-term, permanent or continuing appointment may apply for temporary positions no more than one level above his or her current grade. However, a current staff member who holds an appointment at the G-6 or G-7 level may also apply to temporary positions in the Professional category up to and including the P-3 level, subject to meeting all eligibility and other requirements for the position. A staff member holding a temporary appointment shall be regarded as an external candidate when applying for other positions, and may apply for other temporary positions at any level, subject to section 5.7 below and staff rule 4.16 (b) (ii). Therefore, a staff member holding a temporary appointment in the General Service or related categories may only apply to positions within those categories. For full information on eligibility requirements, please refer to section 5 of ST/AI/2010/4Rev.1 on Temporary Appointments. In its resolution 66/234, the General Assembly further �stressed that the Secretary-General should not recur to the practice of temporarily filling posts in the Professional and higher categories with General Service staff members who have not passed the General Service to Professional category examination other than on an exceptional basis, and requests the Secretary-General to ensure that temporary occupation of such posts by the General Service staff shall not exceed a period of one year, effective 1 January 2013�� Consequently, eligible candidates in the General Service or related categories for temporary job openings in the Professional category that have not passed the competitive examination may be selected only on an exceptional basis endorsed by the Office of Human Resources Management where no other suitable candidate could be identified.
�Upon separation from service, including, but not limited to, expiration or termination of, or resignation from, a fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment on the basis of a temporary appointment for a period of 31 days following the separation. In the case of separation from service on retirement, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment for a period of three months following the separation. This equally applies, mutatis mutandis, with respect to a former or current staff member who has held or holds an appointment in another entity applying the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules and who applies for a temporary position with the Secretariat.
�Subject to the funding source of the position, this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.
�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. An external candidate selected for this position is bound by the prevailing condition of the staff selection system under ST/AI/2010/3, as amended, and ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1. A staff member holding a temporary appointment who is recruited in the Professional and above categories on a temporary appointment, and placed on a position authorized for one year or longer may not apply for or be reappointed to his/her current position within six months of the end of his/her current service. This provision does not apply to staff members holding temporary appointments and placed on positions authorized for one year or more in duty stations authorized for peacekeeping operations or special political missions.
�The expression �Internal candidates�, shall mean staff members who have been recruited after a competitive examination under staff rule 4.16 or after the advice of a central review body under staff rule 4.15.
�Please note that candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
�For information on special post allowance, please refer to ST/AI/1999/17. For more details on the administration of temporary appointments please refer to ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1.
�The Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and administrative issuances governing staff appointments can be viewed at: http://www.un.org/hr_handbook/English
Notes:
�A current staff member who holds a fixed-term, permanent or continuing appointment may apply for temporary positions no more than one level above his or her current grade. However, a current staff member who holds an appointment at the G-6 or G-7 level may also apply to temporary positions in the Professional category up to and including the P-3 level, subject to meeting all eligibility and other requirements for the position. A staff member holding a temporary appointment shall be regarded as an external candidate when applying for other positions, and may apply for other temporary positions at any level, subject to section 5.7 below and staff rule 4.16 (b) (ii). Therefore, a staff member holding a temporary appointment in the General Service or related categories may only apply to positions within those categories. For full information on eligibility requirements, please refer to section 5 of ST/AI/2010/4Rev.1 on Temporary Appointments. In its resolution 66/234, the General Assembly further �stressed that the Secretary-General should not recur to the practice of temporarily filling posts in the Professional and higher categories with General Service staff members who have not passed the General Service to Professional category examination other than on an exceptional basis, and requests the Secretary-General to ensure that temporary occupation of such posts by the General Service staff shall not exceed a period of one year, effective 1 January 2013�� Consequently, eligible candidates in the General Service or related categories for temporary job openings in the Professional category that have not passed the competitive examination may be selected only on an exceptional basis endorsed by the Office of Human Resources Management where no other suitable candidate could be identified.
�Upon separation from service, including, but not limited to, expiration or termination of, or resignation from, a fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment on the basis of a temporary appointment for a period of 31 days following the separation. In the case of separation from service on retirement, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment for a period of three months following the separation. This equally applies, mutatis mutandis, with respect to a former or current staff member who has held or holds an appointment in another entity applying the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules and who applies for a temporary position with the Secretariat.
�Subject to the funding source of the position, this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.
�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. An external candidate selected for this position is bound by the prevailing condition of the staff selection system under ST/AI/2010/3, as amended, and ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1. A staff member holding a temporary appointment who is recruited in the Professional and above categories on a temporary appointment, and placed on a position authorized for one year or longer may not apply for or be reappointed to his/her current position within six months of the end of his/her current service. This provision does not apply to staff members holding temporary appointments and placed on positions authorized for one year or more in duty stations authorized for peacekeeping operations or special political missions.
�The expression �Internal candidates�, shall mean staff members who have been recruited after a competitive examination under staff rule 4.16 or after the advice of a central review body under staff rule 4.15.
�Please note that candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
�For information on special post allowance, please refer to ST/AI/1999/17. For more details on the administration of temporary appointments please refer to ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1.
�The Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and administrative issuances governing staff appointments can be viewed at: http://www.un.org/hr_handbook/English
This position will be located in the Planning and Operations Support Office of the Organisation for the Prohibitions of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) - United Nations (UN) Joint Investigative Mechanism (JIM), established by Security Council resolution 2235 (2015) and its renewal resolution 2319 (2016). This position will be based in New York. JIM is established for a period of one year. This temporary job opening is initially until 16 November 2017, subject to availability of funding. The Information Management Officer reports directly to the Senior administrative Officer. The selected candidate needs to be released immediately to take up this position.
Within delegated authority, the Information Management Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
� Provides advisory services on document and records management practices including: needs and business process analysis; organization and maintenance of information assets; documents and records preservation; and building solutions architecture, with an emphasis on technological applications.
� Manages archival processing activities by overseeing adherence to preservation, international bibliographic, description and database standards; produces descriptive inventories; prepares mark-up of descriptive inventories for electronic dissemination; and makes recommendations regarding the planning and prioritization of preservation and description programme requirements.
� Maintains access and declassification standards by liaising with records-originating offices/offices of interest regarding access to security-classified materials and implements access and declassification determinations.
� Develops detailed systems, functional specifications and standards for the JIM Document/Records/Content Management System, together with user documentation.
� Manages records accession and disposition functions by applying the life-cycle concept to information assets, including appraisal by liaising with records-originating JIM offices regarding the transfer and/or disposal of their records; assures that retention schedules, registration and physical aspects of records transfers meet established standards; and performs records appraisal.
� Understands, keeps current with and applies preservation techniques and strategies for JIM records in all media.
� Oversees the design, installation and commissioning of the JIM�s Offices' Local Area Network; drafts specifications and standards for the office covering PCs, peripherals, network equipment/appliances, and connectivity; provides support for the development of technical specifications for procurement of equipment.
� Provides technical advice to users, analyzing users� requirements, and then translating them into a business solution; proposes and determines application systems integration and linkage issues.
� Maintains, upgrades, and improves existing systems; troubleshoots and provides continuing user support, to include resolving challenging problems, advising on the use of new techniques, monitoring transactions to measure performance and continued effectiveness of assigned systems, etc.
� Handles technical aspects of contract administration, facilitates communication between Information Technology (IT) provider and clients, sustaining good client relations. Serves as coordinator in the development and maintenance of Service Level Agreements (SLA), for specific IT services or general IT support, and always keep in mind of any charge back mechanisms.
� Provides advisory services on document and records management practices including: needs and business process analysis; organization and maintenance of information assets; documents and records preservation; and building solutions architecture, with an emphasis on technological applications.
� Manages archival processing activities by overseeing adherence to preservation, international bibliographic, description and database standards; produces descriptive inventories; prepares mark-up of descriptive inventories for electronic dissemination; and makes recommendations regarding the planning and prioritization of preservation and description programme requirements.
� Maintains access and declassification standards by liaising with records-originating offices/offices of interest regarding access to security-classified materials and implements access and declassification determinations.
� Develops detailed systems, functional specifications and standards for the JIM Document/Records/Content Management System, together with user documentation.
� Manages records accession and disposition functions by applying the life-cycle concept to information assets, including appraisal by liaising with records-originating JIM offices regarding the transfer and/or disposal of their records; assures that retention schedules, registration and physical aspects of records transfers meet established standards; and performs records appraisal.
� Understands, keeps current with and applies preservation techniques and strategies for JIM records in all media.
� Oversees the design, installation and commissioning of the JIM�s Offices' Local Area Network; drafts specifications and standards for the office covering PCs, peripherals, network equipment/appliances, and connectivity; provides support for the development of technical specifications for procurement of equipment.
� Provides technical advice to users, analyzing users� requirements, and then translating them into a business solution; proposes and determines application systems integration and linkage issues.
� Maintains, upgrades, and improves existing systems; troubleshoots and provides continuing user support, to include resolving challenging problems, advising on the use of new techniques, monitoring transactions to measure performance and continued effectiveness of assigned systems, etc.
� Handles technical aspects of contract administration, facilitates communication between Information Technology (IT) provider and clients, sustaining good client relations. Serves as coordinator in the development and maintenance of Service Level Agreements (SLA), for specific IT services or general IT support, and always keep in mind of any charge back mechanisms.
�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 conduct research and provide recommendations on information management trends. 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. Knowledge of IT systems with adequate skills for leading a team through the installation, maintenance and operation of these systems. 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. Ability to demonstrate conceptual and analytical skills in identifying and assessing issues, formulating options and making conclusions and recommendations.
�Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, understand issues problems from clients/users perspective, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks relevant questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing relevant information and keeping people informed.
�Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve the goals of the Office; solicits input by genuinely valuing others� ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team goals before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
�Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; able to conduct independent research; understands applicability of the technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply new technology to address given tasks at hand; shows willingness to learn new technology.
�Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, understand issues problems from clients/users perspective, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks relevant questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing relevant information and keeping people informed.
�Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve the goals of the Office; solicits input by genuinely valuing others� ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team goals before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
�Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; able to conduct independent research; understands applicability of the technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply new technology to address given tasks at hand; shows willingness to learn new technology.
Advanced university degree (Master�s degree or equivalent) in information systems, information management or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with 2 additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in modern archives management, record keeping, library, information management or related area. Experience in website development, web content management, data/records management, and data visualization is desirable. Knowledge and certification of Sharepoint or other Document/Records Management system is an advantage. Certification in ITIL and Prince2 is desirable. Experience in carrying out programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Unit/Section, including preparation of cost estimates, budget reporting, and recruitment of staff is desirable.
Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of other UN official language is an advantage.
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
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.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on �Manuals� hyper-link on the upper right side of inspira account-holder homepage.
Applications are pre-screened by the system according to the published requirements of the job opening on the basis of the information provided in the application. In relation to the requirements of the job opening, applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, work experience, and language skills. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate applications may render that applicant ineligible for consideration for the job opening. Initial screening and evaluation of applications will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted. Applications cannot be amended following submission. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
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.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on �Manuals� hyper-link on the upper right side of inspira account-holder homepage.
Applications are pre-screened by the system according to the published requirements of the job opening on the basis of the information provided in the application. In relation to the requirements of the job opening, applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, work experience, and language skills. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate applications may render that applicant ineligible for consideration for the job opening. Initial screening and evaluation of applications will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted. Applications cannot be amended following submission. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
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.
| Posting Title: | INTERN - INFORMATION MANAGEMENT (Document / Knowledge Management) |
| Job Code Title: | INTERN - INFORMATION MANAGEMENT |
| Department/Office: | OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT |
| Duty Station: | NEW YORK |
| Posting Period: | 04 November 2016 - 18 November 2016 |
| Job Opening Number: | 16-Documentation and Information -DM OHRM-68938-R-New York (A) |
| Staffing Exercise | N/A |
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
The Compensation and Classification Section is offering intern positions for a two-month period starting January 2017 (subject to the candidate's availability and school schedule) with an opportunity of extension up to six months. Please indicate in your cover letter the period for which you will be interested. The internship is UNPAID and full time.
Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member.
� It is IMPERATIVE that your cover letter addresses the following details:
(1) Title of the degree currently being pursued by the applicant and the specific subjects taken;
(2) Expected graduation date from the degree programme that the applicant is enrolled in;
(3) The applicant's objectives for undertaking an internship with the Compensation and Classification Section and how the internship fits within their career plan;
(4) The applicant's availability for the internship: Commencement and end date.
� In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted. Your application will be evaluated based on the information provided in the PHP and not on any attachments.
Org. Setting and Reporting Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member.
� It is IMPERATIVE that your cover letter addresses the following details:
(1) Title of the degree currently being pursued by the applicant and the specific subjects taken;
(2) Expected graduation date from the degree programme that the applicant is enrolled in;
(3) The applicant's objectives for undertaking an internship with the Compensation and Classification Section and how the internship fits within their career plan;
(4) The applicant's availability for the internship: Commencement and end date.
� In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted. Your application will be evaluated based on the information provided in the PHP and not on any attachments.
The position is located in the Compensation and Classification Section of the Human Resources Policy Service in the Office of Human Resources Management.
The Section is seeking interns interested in gaining professional, hands-on experience in records and document management and digitization, as well as to understand the substantive processes behind compensation and/or job classification as well as obtaining a deep understanding of organizational structures and salary survey methodology.
The Section is seeking interns interested in gaining professional, hands-on experience in records and document management and digitization, as well as to understand the substantive processes behind compensation and/or job classification as well as obtaining a deep understanding of organizational structures and salary survey methodology.
Interns are expected to perform some of but not limited to the following tasks under the supervision of a HR Officer and guidance from office staff:
�Research, analyze and evaluate compensation and classification documentation to determine its validity and life-cycle;
�Assist in the digitization and distribution of documentation taking into consideration retention schedules;
�Process and/or catalogue archival collections;
�Assist in the ongoing maintenance of content management systems, including updating the Section�s internal and external website pages;
�Develop an inventory of documentation to be retained, recording them in the office databases and shared drives;
�Participate in record-keeping improvement projects and make recommendations on data master;
�Evaluate adequacy of existing records management and reference tools;
�Perform other related duties, as required.
Competencies �Research, analyze and evaluate compensation and classification documentation to determine its validity and life-cycle;
�Assist in the digitization and distribution of documentation taking into consideration retention schedules;
�Process and/or catalogue archival collections;
�Assist in the ongoing maintenance of content management systems, including updating the Section�s internal and external website pages;
�Develop an inventory of documentation to be retained, recording them in the office databases and shared drives;
�Participate in record-keeping improvement projects and make recommendations on data master;
�Evaluate adequacy of existing records management and reference tools;
�Perform other related duties, as required.
Applicants must demonstrate a keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter of the United Nations. Applicants must have strong analytical skills. The following competencies must be demonstrated:
Professionalism: Have knowledge of information management, archives and records. Ability to apply evaluative skills and conduct independent research and analysis. Ability to demonstrate conceptual, analytical and information management trends. Ability to manage complex records and information preservation and description including updating content into web based platforms Ability to conduct research and provide recommendations on records management, including digital record-keeping, and record preservation. Knowledge of electronic data.
Communication: Applicants must have the ability to speaks and write clearly and effectively; listen to others, correctly interpret messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibit interest in having two-way communication; tailor language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrate openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Planning & Organizing: The Classification and Compensation intern is expected to develop clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identify priority activities and assignments; adjust priorities as required; allocate appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresee risks and allow for contingencies when planning; monitor and adjust plans and actions as necessary; and use time efficiently.
Professionalism: Have knowledge of information management, archives and records. Ability to apply evaluative skills and conduct independent research and analysis. Ability to demonstrate conceptual, analytical and information management trends. Ability to manage complex records and information preservation and description including updating content into web based platforms Ability to conduct research and provide recommendations on records management, including digital record-keeping, and record preservation. Knowledge of electronic data.
Communication: Applicants must have the ability to speaks and write clearly and effectively; listen to others, correctly interpret messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibit interest in having two-way communication; tailor language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrate openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Planning & Organizing: The Classification and Compensation intern is expected to develop clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identify priority activities and assignments; adjust priorities as required; allocate appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresee risks and allow for contingencies when planning; monitor and adjust plans and actions as necessary; and use time efficiently.
To qualify for this internship the following conditions must be met:
1. Applicants must:
(a) be enrolled in a library science, archives, knowledge or document management, communications, information science, media studies, human resources, or related field graduate programme; or
(b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a library science, archives, knowledge or document management, communications, information science, media studies, human resources, or related field bachelor's degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); or
(c) have graduated with a university degree in library science, archives management, knowledge or document management, communications, information science, media studies, human resources, or related field, as defined in (a) or (b) above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation.
2. Be computer literate in standard word processing and spreadsheets software applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel or similar. Have knowledge of digitization processes. Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Work Experience 1. Applicants must:
(a) be enrolled in a library science, archives, knowledge or document management, communications, information science, media studies, human resources, or related field graduate programme; or
(b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a library science, archives, knowledge or document management, communications, information science, media studies, human resources, or related field bachelor's degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); or
(c) have graduated with a university degree in library science, archives management, knowledge or document management, communications, information science, media studies, human resources, or related field, as defined in (a) or (b) above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation.
2. Be computer literate in standard word processing and spreadsheets software applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel or similar. Have knowledge of digitization processes. Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme. Experience in managing digital records is an advantage.
Languages English or French are the working languages of the United Nations. For the internship advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Assessment Potential candidates will be contacted by the hiring manager directly for further consideration.
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity, including but not limited to, respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to, whether they have committed or are alleged to have committed criminal offences or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on �Manuals� hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The screening and evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira. Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations. Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: no amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
No Fee Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on �Manuals� hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The screening and evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira. Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations. Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: no amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
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.
| Posting Title: | Associate Information Management Officer |
| Job Code Title: | ASSOCIATE INFORMATION MANAGEMENT OFFICER |
| Department/Office: | OFFICE OF CENTRAL SUPPORT SERVICES |
| Duty Station: | NEW YORK |
| Posting Period: | 22 September 2016 - 20 November 2016 |
| Job Opening Number: | 16-Information Management Systems-DM OCSS-63108-R-New York (X) |
| Staffing Exercise | N/A |
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Special Notice
Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.
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.
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.
Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Department of Management/Office of Central Support Services/FCSD/CAS/Archives and Records Management Section (ARMS). Under the supervision of an Information Management Officer, the incumbent is responsible for the identification and maintenance of digital archival records from Peacekeeping Operations to ensure their long-term preservation and easy retrieval according to established rules and standards.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Associate Information Management Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
� Provides support to Secretariat offices by advising on electronic record-keeping system standards and compliance and providing training in the use of metadata standards for the capture, maintenance and accessioning of digital archives;
� Oversees and manages digital records accession data related to Peacekeeping Operations in the ARMS electronic record-keeping system;
� Facilitates the appraisal of digital records with permanent archival value and makes recommendations for the storage, permanent preservation and future access of digital archives;
� Manages system upgrades and migration for digital archives databases; and
� Supervises General Service staff in implementing the related tasks as well as other related duties, as required.
� Provides support to Secretariat offices by advising on electronic record-keeping system standards and compliance and providing training in the use of metadata standards for the capture, maintenance and accessioning of digital archives;
� Oversees and manages digital records accession data related to Peacekeeping Operations in the ARMS electronic record-keeping system;
� Facilitates the appraisal of digital records with permanent archival value and makes recommendations for the storage, permanent preservation and future access of digital archives;
� Manages system upgrades and migration for digital archives databases; and
� Supervises General Service staff in implementing the related tasks as well as other related duties, as required.
Competencies
� Professionalism: Knowledge of information management and record keeping in electronic media. Ability to provide advice and support on electronic records management systems maintenance, including metadata standards, system upgrades, and migration of archives database; knowledge of electronic records preservation and ability to research innovative solutions for electronic records and archives management. 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.
� Teamwork: 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.
� 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.
� Teamwork: 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.
� 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
An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in archival, information science, information systems, social science 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.
A first-level university degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the Young Professionals Programme Examination/United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).
A first-level university degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the Young Professionals Programme Examination/United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in modern archives management, record keeping, library, information management or related area is required. Experience in digital preservation and continuity, as well as researching new solutions for digital preservation and continuity is desirable. Experience in implementing complex electronic record-keeping and archives management system or complex content management systems in large organizations with dispersed geographical locations is desirable.
No experience is required for candidates who have passed the Young Professionals Programme Examination/United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).
Experience in the application of information technology to archives, records, documents or content management is desirable. Experience in creating and modifying scripts for data modelling and quality control, data cleaning, data importing and exporting, data transferring is desirable. Experience in the use of digital asset management tools is desirable. Experience with metadata standards relevant to archival control of digital collections materials and data such as DACS, EAD, MODS, TEI, MARC, XML, MET and PREMIS is desirable.
No experience is required for candidates who have passed the Young Professionals Programme Examination/United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).
Experience in the application of information technology to archives, records, documents or content management is desirable. Experience in creating and modifying scripts for data modelling and quality control, data cleaning, data importing and exporting, data transferring is desirable. Experience in the use of digital asset management tools is desirable. Experience with metadata standards relevant to archival control of digital collections materials and data such as DACS, EAD, MODS, TEI, MARC, XML, MET and PREMIS is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity, including but not limited to, respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to, whether they have committed or are alleged to have committed criminal offences or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on �Manuals� hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The screening and evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira. Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations. Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: no amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on �Manuals� hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The screening and evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira. Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations. Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: no amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
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.
| Posting Title: | DOCUMENTS MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT |
| Job Code Title: | DOCUMENTS MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT |
| Department/Office: | UNITED NATIONS JOINT STAFF PENSION FUND |
| Duty Station: | NEW YORK |
| Posting Period: | 03 October 2016 - 09 October 2016 |
| Job Opening Number: | 67680 |
| Staffing Exercise | N/A |
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Duration: This position is available for six months, with possibility of extension, and the selected candidate is expected to start as soon as possible. All posts are subject to availability of funds.
This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.
Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Applicants who have not passed the GGST at the time of application may be invited for the test after submitting an application. Having passed the Administrative Support Assessment Test in English at the United Nations Headquarters, Economic Commission for Africa, Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia, United Nations Office at Geneva, United Nations Office at Vienna, International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda or International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia; or the United Nations Accounting or Statistical Assistant Examination at the United Nations Headquarters may be accepted in lieu of the GGST.
The United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF) is an independent inter-agency body established by the United Nations General Assembly. The applicable human resources procedures are governed by a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Fund and the UN Secretariat.
Any candidate from a member organization of the UNJSPF applying for this post is considered as an internal candidate provided he/she has been appointed through the appointment and promotion procedures applicable in his/her respective organization.
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.
Notes:
� A current staff member who holds a fixed-term, permanent or continuing appointment may apply for temporary positions no more than one level above his or her current grade. However, a current staff member who holds an appointment at the G-6 or G-7 level may also apply to temporary positions in the Professional category up to and including the P-3 level, subject to meeting all eligibility and other requirements for the position. A staff member holding a temporary appointment shall be regarded as an external candidate when applying for other positions, and may apply for other temporary positions at any level, subject to section 5.7 below and staff rule 4.16 (b) (ii). Therefore, a staff member holding a temporary appointment in the General Service or related categories may only apply to positions within those categories. For full information on eligibility requirements, please refer to section 5 of ST/AI/2010/4Rev.1 on Temporary Appointments. In its resolution 66/234, the General Assembly further �stressed that the Secretary-General should not recur to the practice of temporarily filling posts in the Professional and higher categories with General Service staff members who have not passed the General Service to Professional category examination other than on an exceptional basis, and requests the Secretary-General to ensure that temporary occupation of such posts by the General Service staff shall not exceed a period of one year, effective 1 January 2013�� Consequently, eligible candidates in the General Service or related categories for temporary job openings in the Professional category that have not passed the competitive examination may be selected only on an exceptional basis endorsed by the Office of Human Resources Management where no other suitable candidate could be identified.
� Upon separation from service, including, but not limited to, expiration or termination of, or resignation from, a fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment on the basis of a temporary appointment for a period of 31 days following the separation. In the case of separation from service on retirement, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment for a period of three months following the separation. This equally applies, mutatis mutandis, with respect to a former or current staff member who has held or holds an appointment in another entity applying the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules and who applies for a temporary position with the Secretariat.
� Subject to the funding source of the position, this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.
� 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. An external candidate selected for this position is bound by the prevailing condition of the staff selection system under ST/AI/2010/3, as amended, and ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1. A staff member holding a temporary appointment who is recruited in the Professional and above categories on a temporary appointment, and placed on a position authorized for one year or longer may not apply for or be reappointed to his/her current position within six months of the end of his/her current service. This provision does not apply to staff members holding temporary appointments and placed on positions authorized for one year or more in duty stations authorized for peacekeeping operations or special political missions.
� The expression �Internal candidates�, shall mean staff members who have been recruited after a competitive examination under staff rule 4.16 or after the advice of a central review body under staff rule 4.15.
� Please note that candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
� For information on special post allowance, please refer to ST/AI/1999/17. For more details on the administration of temporary appointments please refer to ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1.
� The Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and administrative issuances governing staff appointments can be viewed at: http://www.un.org/hr_handbook/English
� 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.
Org. Setting and Reporting This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.
Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Applicants who have not passed the GGST at the time of application may be invited for the test after submitting an application. Having passed the Administrative Support Assessment Test in English at the United Nations Headquarters, Economic Commission for Africa, Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia, United Nations Office at Geneva, United Nations Office at Vienna, International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda or International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia; or the United Nations Accounting or Statistical Assistant Examination at the United Nations Headquarters may be accepted in lieu of the GGST.
The United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF) is an independent inter-agency body established by the United Nations General Assembly. The applicable human resources procedures are governed by a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Fund and the UN Secretariat.
Any candidate from a member organization of the UNJSPF applying for this post is considered as an internal candidate provided he/she has been appointed through the appointment and promotion procedures applicable in his/her respective organization.
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.
Notes:
� A current staff member who holds a fixed-term, permanent or continuing appointment may apply for temporary positions no more than one level above his or her current grade. However, a current staff member who holds an appointment at the G-6 or G-7 level may also apply to temporary positions in the Professional category up to and including the P-3 level, subject to meeting all eligibility and other requirements for the position. A staff member holding a temporary appointment shall be regarded as an external candidate when applying for other positions, and may apply for other temporary positions at any level, subject to section 5.7 below and staff rule 4.16 (b) (ii). Therefore, a staff member holding a temporary appointment in the General Service or related categories may only apply to positions within those categories. For full information on eligibility requirements, please refer to section 5 of ST/AI/2010/4Rev.1 on Temporary Appointments. In its resolution 66/234, the General Assembly further �stressed that the Secretary-General should not recur to the practice of temporarily filling posts in the Professional and higher categories with General Service staff members who have not passed the General Service to Professional category examination other than on an exceptional basis, and requests the Secretary-General to ensure that temporary occupation of such posts by the General Service staff shall not exceed a period of one year, effective 1 January 2013�� Consequently, eligible candidates in the General Service or related categories for temporary job openings in the Professional category that have not passed the competitive examination may be selected only on an exceptional basis endorsed by the Office of Human Resources Management where no other suitable candidate could be identified.
� Upon separation from service, including, but not limited to, expiration or termination of, or resignation from, a fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment on the basis of a temporary appointment for a period of 31 days following the separation. In the case of separation from service on retirement, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment for a period of three months following the separation. This equally applies, mutatis mutandis, with respect to a former or current staff member who has held or holds an appointment in another entity applying the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules and who applies for a temporary position with the Secretariat.
� Subject to the funding source of the position, this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.
� 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. An external candidate selected for this position is bound by the prevailing condition of the staff selection system under ST/AI/2010/3, as amended, and ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1. A staff member holding a temporary appointment who is recruited in the Professional and above categories on a temporary appointment, and placed on a position authorized for one year or longer may not apply for or be reappointed to his/her current position within six months of the end of his/her current service. This provision does not apply to staff members holding temporary appointments and placed on positions authorized for one year or more in duty stations authorized for peacekeeping operations or special political missions.
� The expression �Internal candidates�, shall mean staff members who have been recruited after a competitive examination under staff rule 4.16 or after the advice of a central review body under staff rule 4.15.
� Please note that candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
� For information on special post allowance, please refer to ST/AI/1999/17. For more details on the administration of temporary appointments please refer to ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1.
� The Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and administrative issuances governing staff appointments can be viewed at: http://www.un.org/hr_handbook/English
� 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.
This position is located in the Pension Fund Records Management and Distribution Unit (RMDU) of the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF). The incumbent reports to
the Chief, Client Services, Record Management and Distribution Section through the Chief of Unit.
Responsibilities the Chief, Client Services, Record Management and Distribution Section through the Chief of Unit.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief, Client Services, Record Management and Distribution Section through the Chief of Unit, the Information Management Assistant assists
with the following duties:
� Reviewing the daily incoming correspondence and communications received by the Fund which can be written in various languages, open, batch
and prepare them for scanning and then indexing in the Fund's electronic file system;
� Selecting and codifying, according to the nature of the communication and for each piece of correspondence, from various work flows and ultimately creating a new case file or adding to an existing one;
� Indexing incoming correspondence with the participant's pension number or the pensioner/beneficiary's retirement number and for all the Unique ID number; cross-referencing and name searching by using the Fund's Integrated Pension Administration System (IPAS). Assigning the destination of each piece of correspondence for action to the appropriate supervisor in one or more areas of the Fund secretariat on the basis of the type of action required, also assigning order of priority, i.e., death notices, separation notifications, payment instructions, etc.
� Maintain the Fund's paper-based central filing system which calls for monitoring of the up-to-date records of the Fund's off-site storage facilities, and registering the Fund's incoming and outgoing records in the Fund's database system.
� Ensure all hard-copies are sent to the Fund's off-site storage facility, as soon as they are scanned and indexed to the IPAS system. In addition, send for archiving other items such as paid checks, various pension booklets, annual letters, etc.
� Participate in Special Projects such as the annual Certificate of Entitlement (CE) project.
� Perform other duties/special projects as required.
with the following duties:
� Reviewing the daily incoming correspondence and communications received by the Fund which can be written in various languages, open, batch
and prepare them for scanning and then indexing in the Fund's electronic file system;
� Selecting and codifying, according to the nature of the communication and for each piece of correspondence, from various work flows and ultimately creating a new case file or adding to an existing one;
� Indexing incoming correspondence with the participant's pension number or the pensioner/beneficiary's retirement number and for all the Unique ID number; cross-referencing and name searching by using the Fund's Integrated Pension Administration System (IPAS). Assigning the destination of each piece of correspondence for action to the appropriate supervisor in one or more areas of the Fund secretariat on the basis of the type of action required, also assigning order of priority, i.e., death notices, separation notifications, payment instructions, etc.
� Maintain the Fund's paper-based central filing system which calls for monitoring of the up-to-date records of the Fund's off-site storage facilities, and registering the Fund's incoming and outgoing records in the Fund's database system.
� Ensure all hard-copies are sent to the Fund's off-site storage facility, as soon as they are scanned and indexed to the IPAS system. In addition, send for archiving other items such as paid checks, various pension booklets, annual letters, etc.
� Participate in Special Projects such as the annual Certificate of Entitlement (CE) project.
� Perform other duties/special projects as required.
Professionalism: � Knowledge of employee benefit scheme related to pension administration. Ability to maintain accurate records, interpret and analyse a wide variety of data.� Ability to
identify and resolve data discrepancies and other problems.� 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.
Teamwork:� 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.
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
identify and resolve data discrepancies and other problems.� 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.
Teamwork:� 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.
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
High school diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in archives management, electronic record management or related area is required. Experience in record keeping and information management is required. Experience in pension fund record management is desirable.
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity, including but not limited to, respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to, whether they have committed or are alleged to have committed criminal offences or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on �Manuals� hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The screening and evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira. Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations. Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: no amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
No Fee Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on �Manuals� hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The screening and evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira. Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations. Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: no amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
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.
Archives Officer (2 Positions) - Enterprise Content Management Project, TA, P2, New York
Job Number: 499225 | Vacancy Link
Location: Information Tech Solutions & Services
Work Type : Temporary Appointment
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does � in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children's rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life � in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions � her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society's most disadvantaged citizens � addressing inequity � not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.
Job organizational context
The Archives Officer directly reports to the Senior Project Manager, ECM.
Purpose for the job
Under the direction of the Senior Project Manager, the Archives Officer will:
- Appraise records to evaluate whether they meet the criteria for inclusion in the
- Archives;
- Arrange and describe archival records accordingly to ISAD(G)
- Contribute to the development of archival policies, .e. access, accessioning, appraisal
- Create finding aids
- Participate in the development of a Trusted Digital Repository
- Support Senior Project Manager in implementation of the ECM project.
- Performs other duties as required.
Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks
Operational functions:
* Operationalizes and implements archival guidelines, as defined by the ECM project that support teams regarding the identification, appraisal, arrangement and description, and preservation and conservation of archival records.
* Responds to research requests in accordance with internally defined guidelines.
Efficiency management and reporting
* Using a data driven focus develops a process improvement process that leads to a positive and measurable impact on space management where there are housing costs, including electronic storage.
Communication:
* Communicates regularly with Senior Project Manager - ECM to ascertain the status of activities to ensure information is managed accurately and appropriately.
* Provides necessary support and insights on archival management and processing.
Partnership, coordination and collaboration
* As required, under direction of the Senior Project Manager - ECM, collaborates with other agencies, local authorities and implementing partners on archives related matters including information exchange and harmonization.
Impact of Results
1. Governance: upholds and maintains UNICEF's archival records principle. Allows employees and other important stakeholders to perform their duties as effectively as possible. Safekeeping of UNICEF's digital and physical archival records.
2. Analysis: appraises records to determine archival value. Focuses on digitization to reduce storage costs.
3. Efficiencies: Enable users to seamlessly access UNICEF"s archival records by ensuring confidential materials are identified and protected, and making available information accessible to all staff.
4. Compliance: Ensuring that UNICEF's archival records procedures and guidelines are followed.
5. Knowledge management: The most relevant and latest industry expertise is maintained, expanded, and disseminated throughout the department as well as Organization, and shared with the regional/national institutions/partners.
6. Staff capacity is enhanced through active staff learning/development programmes in the area of archives.
Functional Competencies:
- Strong communication skills to deal with senior colleagues;
- Negotiation skills to persuade senior colleagues to follow agreed archives guidelines;
- An awareness of archival management principles and familiarity with information systems and archives in a digital and paper context;
- Highly organized and process oriented;
- Acute awareness & ability to meet project deadlines;
- Highly proficient with desktop applications such as Adobe Acrobat Professional, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and an ability to learn new IT systems.
Recruitment Qualifications
- Master's degree in Archival Studies or related field
- Demonstrated knowledge of international archival standards � ISAD(G).
- A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in archival arrangement and description.
- Experience with large scale digitization projects will is a strong asset.
- Understanding of international development issues and previous experience with a multilateral or UN organization is a strong asset.
Opening Date 20 Sep 2016 Eastern Standard Time
Closing Date 5 Oct 2016 Eastern Standard Time
Records Management Specialist, P-3, #99343, ITSS - New York HQ
Job Number: 498748 | Vacancy Link
Location: Information Tech Solutions & Services
Work Type : Fixed Term Staff
If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.
For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.
Purpose of the Position
Under the direction of the Senior Project Manager, the incumbent of this post will:
- Implement and lead the development and rollout of the Enterprise Content Management (ECM).
- Lead the implementation of the records management stream of the project in compliance with records best practices including system analysis methodologies, records and information management implementation processes and procedures and workflow processes required for implementation.
- Develop, implement, and maintain organization wide classification scheme, controlled vocabulary and retention schedules
- Communicate with key stakeholders to proactively ensure organizational understanding of the interrelationship of records and business processes
- Provide any training to staff in accessing and managing records of any form or media.
- Support Senior Project Manager in implementation of the ECM project.
- Perform other duties as required.
1. Operational functions
- Operationalizes and implements organizational guidelines, as defined by the ECM project that support teams regarding the identification, preservation, collection, processing, and review of information. Ongoing program-related activities would include the design, delivery, and provision of advisory and operational support of ECM program services.
- Manages records intake, release, destruction, and access procedures for the NYHQ departments and field offices; ensures compliance with policies, and ensures completion of the process. Responds to questions, and provides instruction and training as needed.
- Manages classification of large information collections in the data centers, case rooms, file cabinets, offsite storage facilities, or wherever recorded information may be found.
2. Efficiency management and reporting
- Using a data driven focus develops a process improvement process that leads to a positive and measurable impact on space management where there are housing costs, including electronic storage.
- Identifies a continuous performance and quality improvement effort and monitoring and reporting system. Regularly reports the status of performance and quality improvement efforts and impacts.
3. Communication
- Communicates regularly with Senior Project Manager - ECM to ascertain the status of activities to ensure information is managed accurately and appropriately.
- Provides direction and support for all staff regarding various information governance questions along with liaising with other internal / external users.
- Develops and provides trainings for personnel on a variety of information governance topics.
- Ensures the quality, consistency and appropriateness of communication materials that are developed, produced, and disseminated to staff members.
- Provides necessary support and insights on developing records and information management social medial and supplier communication strategy.
4. Partnership, coordination and collaboration
- As required, under direction of the Senior Project Manager - ECM, collaborates with other agencies, local authorities and implementing partners on administrative matters including information exchange and harmonization.
- An advanced university degree (Master's) in Archival Studies, Information Sciences, or a directly related field(s) is required.
- A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience at the national or international levels in information management, records management, and project management or other relevant areas is required.
- Prior experience with large scale digitalization projects is considered is desired.
- Prior experience in understanding of international development issues is an asset.
- Prior experience working with a multilateral or UN organization is highly desirable.
- Fluency in English (written & verbal) is required. Knowledge of an additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish) is considered an asset.
Competencies of Successful Candidate
- Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.
- Consistently achieves high-level results, managing and delivering projects on-time and on-budget.
- Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
- Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources.
- Demonstrates, applies and shares expert technical knowledge across the organization.
- Ensures that team or department follows relevant company policies and procedures.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.
Opening Date 25 Aug 2016 Eastern Standard Time
Closing Date 13 Sep 2016 Eastern Standard Time
Digital Assets Management (DAM) Expert, Consultancy, New York
Job Number: 498899 | Vacancy Link
Location: Information Tech Solutions & Services
Work Type : Consultancy
Job organizational context
The Digital Strategy Section (DSS) within the Division of Communication (DOC) comprises Web, Social Media and Multimedia teams working together to create compelling public-facing content and to provide digital services within the organization. Through multiple platforms and in multiple languages, DSS draws attention to the many facets of UNICEF's work, encouraging public support, participation and action, as well as ensuring greater transparency and accountability. Web stories, blog posts, photo essays, Facebook posts, Twitter campaigns, and videos for distribution via UNICEF.org, UNICEF Connect, YouTube, news media and other outlets and platforms are all a part of our digital storytelling. By measuring and testing our efforts, we also use data to inform content and engagement choices.
The ECM Project led by ITSS seeks to create a digital workplace whereby internal content is accessed, created, and shared in a federated system that provides for easy searching across departments and programmes.
Purpose for the job
DOC/DSS and ITSS/ECM seek to hire a highly Digital Asset Management expert to develop a recommended course of action to support a shared DAM platform that can meet internal and external user requirements.Under the general guidance of the Senior Project Manager �the Business Analyst will work with key stakeholders to understand their needs and assist them in aligning their business processes as the ECM is implemented.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Take existing documentation (Intranet user Needs Assessment and Recommendations, Digital multimedia archiving needs documentation, etc.) and merge it into a technical assessment.
- Interact with global communications and national committee staff to develop and document a deeper understanding of DAM needs and usage to supplement the technical assessment.
- Review current and proposed technology platforms to ensure recommendation is technically feasible.
- Provide recommendations.
- Masters' Degree in Library Science, Information Management, Digital Media, or a directly related field.
- At least 5 years of progressively responsible professional work experience in digital media and/or digital communication.
- Experience transforming business requirements to identify how different components will fit together and identifying market trends that regard supporting software.
- Experience in platform interoperability and API feeds.
- Understands the requirements for user-centred design.
- Experience working in the UN or other international development organizations.
- Experience in project management.
Evaluation of Proposals:
The consultant proposal will be assessed by a committee composed of UNICEF staff and will be based on the followings:
- Technical expertise and experience (70%);
- Financial offer (30%).
Opening Date 1 Sep 2016 Eastern Standard Time
Closing Date 16 Sep 2016 Eastern Standard Time
Electronic Records Systems International Consultant - New York - SSA
Job Number: 498773 | Vacancy Link
Location: Information Tech Solutions & Services
Work Type : Consultancy
Background
For 60 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments
Enterprise Content Management (ECM) is a formalized means of organizing and storing an organization's documents, and other content, that relate to the organization's processes. The term encompasses strategies, methods, and tools used throughout the lifecycle of the content.
Job Duties:
� Support development of SharePoint online custom solutions that enable SharePoint to connect to other systems and/or data including SharePoint apps and add-ons.
� Implement records and document management features
� Develop and customize workflows using SharePoint Designer, Visual Studio or other.
� Good understanding of Content Types, Taxonomy, SharePoint Search, Information Management Policies
� Work with project team to develop prototype and pilot new platform in UNICEF
Required Skills :
� Minimum 2 years of experience as a SharePoint Developer.
� Demonstrated experience with document and records management systems in SharePoint
� Experience with Gimmal Records System desirable
� Strong expertise with SharePoint Designer and InfoPath to build custom SharePoint workflows and forms.
� Strong experience with Visual Studio and Team Foundation Server.
� Experience developing workflows.
� Experience developing web applications
� Ability to design SharePoint solutions from rough process flows and requirements
� Proven development ability in Web technologies, jQuery, HTML5, XML, CSS, IIS, .net, AJAX, Web API, Infopath, Central Admin.
� Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, team environment.
� Exceptional problem solving and multitasking skills, with a logical and pragmatic attitude
� Excellent communication and organizational
Language:
� Fluency in English is required;
� Knowledge of another UN language is an asset.
Full time position in New York Office possible relocation.
Evaluation of Proposals:
The consultant proposal will be assessed by a committee composed of UNICEF staff and will be based on the followings:
- Technical expertise and experience (70%);
- Financial offer (30%).
Opening Date 30 Aug 2016 Eastern Standard Time
Closing Date 15 Sep 2016 Eastern Standard Time
