Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located primarily in the Digital Economy Policy Research Section of the E-commerce and Digital Economy Branch of the Division on Technology and Logistics in the United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD). The Statistician reports to the Chief of the Section. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the duties of the Statistician will be as follows: • Leads the work on developing databases and qualitative information related to e-commerce and the digital economy. • Initiates and co-ordinates the development of appropriate methods for obtaining data related to e-commerce, digital trade and the digital economy. • Ensure the quality of collected data for accuracy, consistency and comparability. • Plans and conducts analytical programmes of work in the areas of e-commerce and digital economy statistics. This includes identifying projects, conducting analysis and participating in technical advisory activities for national capacity building. • Supervises and contributes to the development of relevant databases, web publishing tools and other software for collection, storage and distribution of statistical data. • Undertakes methodological research with regard to standards on concepts, definitions and classifications to assist countries and other constituents in strengthening their statistical development. • Develops new or improved statistical methods and quantitative models for analyses and projections. • Provides guidance and advice to other departments, field experts, etc., in the planning, operation and evaluation of statistical programmes and projects. • Prepares documentation for technical cooperation programmes and projects, notably related to training courses and capacity-building activities. • Plans and co-ordinates the organization and servicing of the UNCTAD Working Group on Measuring E-commerce and the Digital Economy. • Plans, organizes, manages and supervises the work of the section assigned. • Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Drafts inputs for technical papers and analytical studies on e-commerce and the digital economy. • Represents the section in statistical meetings of relevance to e-commerce, digital trade and the digital economy organized by other international organizations. • Performs other duties as assigned. Competencies• Professionalism: Knowledge of statistical programmes to analyze and evaluate complex data. Ability to formulate new strategies and technical approaches with respect to statistical development, notably in relation to e-commerce, digital trade and the digital economy. 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. Able to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. • 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. • Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. • 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. EducationAdvanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in statistics, mathematics, economics, sociology 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. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is an advantage. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in the collection, compilation, analysis and dissemination of statistical data or relate is required. Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable. Experience working in an international organization, such as the United Nations, is desirable. Experience working in a National Statistical Organization is desirable. At least five (5) years of experience of e-commerce, digital trade or the digital economy is desirable. Experience of data Science tools such as Jupyter, Matlab, Knime, SPSS, SAS, or Statistical Programming Languages such as R, Python, Javascript or related is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Either French or Arabic or Chinese (Mandarin) or Russian or Spanish is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).