Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)A (least hardship)
Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
Family
Staff Member / Affiliate TypeUNOPS LICA5
Target Start Date2023-06-01
Job Posting End DateMay 12, 2023
Terms of ReferenceThis position aims to Support the Registration Unit in implementing monthly data quality checks into UNHCR's Population Registration and Identity Management Ecosystem (PRIMES) following up with Partners’ and UNHCR's staff the appropriate data correction and update. The data quality checks will be conducted mostly on excel and the use of R might be necessary. To report on the main findings, the incumbent needs to have an advanced level in data visualization as the use of PorwerBI might be necessary. The Senior Data Management Assistant will also support the UNHCR’s cash-based intervention unit in changing into direct implementation by supporting the identification of persons with specific needs in need of assistance. This position requires constant coordination with UNHCR partner organizations and the ability to deliver routine tasks within the established deadlines.
Skills:
- Minimum of 1 year of work experience in data management and systematization.
- Prior knowledge of UNHCR registration and identity management tools (PRIMES) is desirable.
- Experience in working with forcibly displaced and/or stateless persons.
- Advanced level of management of data management programs (particularly Excel and R).
- Advanced level in data visualization (PowerBI or others).
- Capacity to work independently on routine tasks.
It would be desirable if the candidate has studies in the fields of Economy, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Technology, International Relations, Political Science or related fields.
NOTE:
Person interested in applying for this position must be Nationals from Peru or should be legally present in the country at the time of application, recruitment and appointment.
Please note that this position is offered under a six-month Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA / UNOPS). Extension is subject to operational needs, budget and performance.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified and might be requested to sit a test. No late applications will be accepted.
Recruitment as a UNHCR staff member is subject to proof of vaccination against Covid-19.
The evaluation of applicants will be conducted based on the information submitted during the application. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications. 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 reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
The UNHCR workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. UNHCR seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
Standard Job Description Senior Data Management Assistant Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The position is normally supervised by a more senior staff member who provides the Senior Data Management Assistant with regular guidance and support. Subject to the nature of the task/assignment, s/he will work independently on routine tasks, while will follow instructions of the supervisor for more complex issues. The position has no supervisory role. Contacts are mainly with the colleagues in the same duty station to exchange information and to discuss the work plans. External contacts are not frequent. In the Field locations, under supervision of the manager, the incumbent may play a liaison role with the national and local authorities for gathering and exchange of data. All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity. Duties - Enter data mainly related to asylum seekers, refugees and other persons of concern to UNHCR into the computer database. - Prepare reports and project documents by providing information, preparing tables and drafting routine correspondence and reports. - Assist in compilation of data and interpreting the statistics for various reports. - Assist in the development of forms for data collection and analysis, if requested. - Act as interpreter in the exchange of routine information and translate routine documents and correspondence as and when required. - May be required to collect GIS data, update maps and undertake field trips to project sites. - Decide on the data recorded in database. - Decide on appropriate resolution to incidents and escalate issues to the supervisor if incident cannot be resolved within the scope of responsibility. - Perform other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Education & Professional Work Experience Years of Experience / Degree Level G5- 2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1 year relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher Field(s) of Education Not applicable Certificates and/or Licenses Electronic Data Processing Information Technology (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential) Relevant Job Experience Essential Not specified Desirable Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position. Functional Skills IT-Computer Literacy DM-Data Management DM-Data collection methodologies DM-Database Management (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential) Language Requirements For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English. For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language. For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English. All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power. As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise. This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.
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CertificationsElectronic Data Processing - Other, Information Technology - Other
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Other informationThis position doesn't require a functional clearance