Result of Service
UNRWA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from both women and men.
UNRWA encourages applications from qualified women. Only those applicants shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. UNRWA is a non-smoking environment. Work Location
Gaza
Expected duration
6 to 11 months Duties and Responsibilities
• Work closely with the ITSC team to identify and prioritize digital initiatives and guides the development of concept notes and project proposals for these initiatives.
• Conduct research and analysis on the latest digital trends and technologies to identify the gaps in the skills set, and to prepare proposals for bridging these gaps.
• Provide technical guidance and support to ITSC management to leverage the digital impact among Palestine refugees.
• Identify opportunities for digital innovation and provide recommendations for implementation.
• Work with relevant stakeholders to develop a roadmap for digital ecosystem in Gaza.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned. Qualifications/special skills
Academic Qualifications:
Master degree from an accredited educational institution in information technology information management, Information systems, computer science, computer engineering, Software engineering, Business Administration, Management, or other
related disciplines.
Experience:
• A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible and relevant experience in information technology including advanced tech area, research, and analysis.
• Effective communication and coordination skills.
• Proven ability to operate in a dynamic and sometimes challenging environment.
• Respect for diversity and adaptability.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• PhD university degree from an accredited educational institution in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience working in a United Nations organisation or INGOs
• Demonstrated experience in presenting work to both technical and non-technical audience.
Competencies:
• planning and organizing tools and skills.
• Competent analytical skills and creativity.
• Result-oriented and delivers against multiple priorities on time.
• High team spirit, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
Language:
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
Service conditions:
• The duration of the consultancy is 6 to 11 months, extendable according to performance and availability of funds.
• Remuneration for this consultancy will be 1,825.40 USD a month and will be based on deliverable and depending on fund availability and qualifications and relevant experience.
• The consultant will be based in Gaza.
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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