Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is in the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), and reports to a Statistician of the Cost-of-Living Division.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Statistics Assistant will be responsible for research, compilation, processing, and analysis of data related to the calculation of post adjustment indices and multipliers, and assisting in methodological research related to cost-of-living measurements. The incumbent will also be responsible for in-office training of other statistical assistant staff of the Division. In particular, the Statistics Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: Collects, plans, manages, enters and processes data and datasets: 1. The incumbent creates and processes datasets compiled from several types of survey questionnaires and data collection forms for preparation of statistical tables and graphic displays. Checks consistency of data series; tests for comparability and validity of data; 2. Using a comparatively wide variety of statistical processes converts data sets into variety of forms, such as index series, ratios, estimates and projections; 3. Studies and examines skewed results, investigates possible causes of such results and deviations, and prepare reports explaining findings; 4. Creates and updates databases, exports relevant data to spreadsheets, modifies control process for computer programs for data analyses; 5. Interrogates statistical databases on-line, downloads and processes data for automated upload to internal data processing systems or spreadsheets. Preparation of materials for Reports: 1. Compiles tables, charts, graphic displays from processed data for cost-of-living reports and analyses. 2. Compiles purchasing power parities. 3. Defines processes to achieve specific outputs, modifies control processes according to specifications for data analyses, tests and proposes revisions of data processing systems to in collaboration with internal IT resources and produces required computer outputs. 4. Assists in designing and improving questionnaires and other data collection tools. 5. Assists in preparing presentations for workshops on post adjustment system, as well as sessions of ACPAQ and ICSC. 6. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders. 7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Professionalism: Ability to provide independent evaluations and analyze statistical data. Ability to prepare reports. 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects 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. Planning and 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 limitations of technology to the work of the office. Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks. Shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent. Further studies/courses in statistical methods and procedures and/or economics at the secondary or higher level are desirable.

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

Ten years of experience in statistical or related areas, including substantial experience in the field of statistics is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to eight (8) years for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in the fields of economic statistics, or price indices, or cost-of-living measurement is desirable. Proficiency at an advanced level in MS Office applications (particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint or PowerBI) is required. Experience with statistical software or programming languages such as R, Python or other data processing or visualization tools and their application to complex datasets is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the advertised post, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language is an advantage.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.

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. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. 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. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The 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 according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. 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. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

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