Department/ Office: Department of Field Support
Duty Station: Field Locations
Posting Period: 20 October 2013-19 November 2013
Job Opening number: 13-IST-DFS-31040-P-Field Locations (M)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
These positions are located outside of Headquarters, and particularly in the peacekeeping missions. The grade of the Chief Information Systems and Telecommunications Technology Officer (CISTTO) is related to the size and complexity of the mission/office, and may range from P4 to D1. The CISTTO reports directly to the Head of Administration in the peacekeeping missions. There is a functional reporting relationship to the Division for Geospatial, Information and Telecommunications Technologies (DGITT) at UN Headquarters.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Chief Information Systems & Telecommunications Technology Officer will be responsible for the following duties (These duties are generic, and may not be performed by all CISTTOs):
- Manages the Communications and Information Technology Section
- Plans and directs all major Communications and IT systems projects within the mission, monitoring the progress of the design, installation and commissioning of the various networks and systems
- Plans and prepares the inputs for the work program of the service; provides leadership, guidance, and mentoring for the senior staff, and fosters teamwork and improved communications among all staff of the service; leads the development of training modules and other training activities in all aspects of ICT; coordinates and oversees delivery of ICT training to staff and other users in the mission
- Takes the lead in the preparation of the mission's ICT budget; coordinates the generation of reports to the relevant HQNY finance and budget review bodies as required
- Manages the acquisition of goods and services; coordinates needs assessments and the establishing of benchmarks, and the preparation of SOWs and RFPs in coordination with the Procurement office to establish and manage contracts
- Determines the need for testing/evaluating new products and technologies; provides leadership on introducing technological changes, and ensures proper change management procedures and guidelines are in place and adhered to
- Ensures proper inventory control and asset management of ICT systems and services in coordination with the mission's Property and Inventory Control Unit; oversees all the ICT resources and manages them in accordance with the approved ratios
- Serves as the main liaison, and represents the service, with its clients; negotiates and coordinates with relevant national authorities with respect to ICT policy and related matters; ensures effective coordination with various UN agencies in order to maximise possibilities of inter-agency collaboration in the field of IT and Telecommunications
- Serves on various committees and review bodies within the mission as required
- Perform other related duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism:
- Knowledge of Information Systems and Telecommunications Technologies for large and complex organisational environments;
- ability to organise and manage diverse and cross-functional groups, across geographically dispersed locations, for institutional systems in conflict and post conflict areas;
- conceptual and strategic analytical capacity to understand information system and business operational issues so as to thoroughly analyze and evaluate critical systems matters;
- knowledge of administrative, budgetary, financial, procurement and human resources policies and procedures;
- ability to provide specialized advice on a broad range of ICT issues to the Senior Management of the Mission;
- ability to produce reports and papers on technical issues and to review and edit the work of others;
- ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations.
- 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.
- Participation in the following UN Secretariat or similar training programs is desirable:
- ICTD Management Certification Program
- Supervisory skills for New ICT managers
Communication:
- Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately;
- asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication;
- tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience;
- demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
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.
Leadership:
- Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results;
- is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives;
- establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support;
- anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions;
- drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo;
- shows the courage to take unpopular stands.
- Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work;
- demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.
Vision:
- Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks;
- clearly communicates links between the Organization's strategy and the work unit's goals;
- generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue that same direction;
- conveys enthusiasm about future possibilities.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in computer science, information systems, mathematics, statistics or related field.
A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) years qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
- A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in planning, design, development, implementation and maintenance of telecommunications and computer information systems or related area, of which four (4) years should have been in the public/private sector, functioning at the management level, with sound knowledge of international ICT practices and regulations, is required.
- Four (4) years field experience in United Nations common system field operations, inclusive of Peacekeeping and Special Political Missions, UN Agencies, Funds and Programmes, is desirable.
- Experience in carrying out administrative functions of a Unit/Section, which would include preparation of budget/cost estimates, reporting on budget/programme performance, procurement of goods and services along with contract management, and the recruitment of staff, is desirable.
Languages
French and English are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
The United Nation Secretariat maintains rosters of qualified and available candidates to fill anticipated job openings in peacekeeping operations, special political missions, and other field operations.
The purpose of this job opening is to generate a list of qualified candidates for inclusion in the Chief Information Systems and Telecommunications Technology Officer roster.
The entire assessment process takes an average of six months; all applicants will be notified in writing of the outcome of their application (whether successful or unsuccessful) within 14 days of the conclusion of the process. Successful candidates will be placed on the roster and subsequently will be invited to apply for field mission vacancies open only to roster members. Roster membership does not guarantee selection.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
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