Management Information System Assistant (4 Positions), GS-5, Temporary Appointment (TA-364 Days), #136297 & 136298 & 136299 & 136311, Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh #590935 (For Bangladeshi Nationals only)

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For every child, a champion

In the Bangladesh context, this tagline underscores the unwavering commitment to improving the lives of every child in the nation. It reflects the organization’s determination to ensure that every child, regardless of their circumstances, receives the support, opportunities, and care they need to thrive. It conveys a sense of purpose, highlighting the essential role of dedication in addressing the unique challenges faced by children in Bangladesh

How can you make a difference? 

The Management Information System Assistant will be part of UNICEF’s Information Management (IM) Hub in Cox’s Bazar, providing integrated Information Management services to all UNICEF Programme Sections and UNICEF-led sectors supporting emergency and humanitarian response for refugees and host communities.

The role supports the design, operation, and continuous improvement of data systems, reporting frameworks, data collection, analytical products, and knowledge platforms that enable UNICEF and its partners to plan, coordinate, monitor, and report on programmes, including emergency response and recovery efforts, in a timely, accurate, and accountable manner.

The role will ensure that data collection, data analysis, evidence-based decision-making, operational coordination, performance monitoring and donor accountability are underpinned by high-quality, well-managed and well-used data.

Major duties and responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Information Management Officer (NO2) and with support from the Planning, Monitoring and Reporting (PMR) team, the Management Information System Assistant will support the design, implementation and maintenance of integrated data and information management systems serving all UNICEF programmes and UNICEF-led sectors. The IMA will contribute to ensuring high-quality, timely and well-organized data to support evidence-based decision-making, effective coordination, performance monitoring and accountability, with particular focus on emergency response and humanitarian programming.

Key Tasks and Outputs include, but are not limited to:

1. 1. Information system design, development and roll-out.
   2. Data collection, processing, quality assurance and organization.
   3. Data analysis, indicators tracking, dashboards development and reporting support.
   4. Information Management (IM) capacity building and technical support
   5. Coordination of information management tasks with programmes and sectors partners.

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here:  Temporary Appointment TOR_Management Information System Assistant, GS-5, TA.pdf

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum requirements:

• Education: A minimum of a secondary degree in data science, or engineering, including information technology, statistics, development studies, or relevant subjects.
• Work Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in the design, development, and management of information management systems, tools, and workflows supporting programme planning, monitoring, and reporting is required.

• Strong experience in data management and analysis, including mobile data collection (e.g., ODK or similar tools), data processing, validation, storage, analysis, and visualization to support evidence-based decision-making.

• Proven ability to produce analytical and visual information products, including tables, charts, dashboards, and summaries, using tools such as Power BI or similar platforms.

• Demonstrated experience in GIS and spatial analysis, including map production using tools such as ArcGIS, QGIS, or MapInfo, to support programme planning and monitoring.

• Experience contributing to or maintaining web-based information platforms, such as humanitarian or coordination portals.

• Familiarity with mobile technologies and basic programming or scripting, such as Python, to support data processing or automation.

• Working knowledge of statistical and analytical software, such as R, STATA or SPSS, for data analysis.

• Experience in information and data management within the UN system, NGOs or INGOs, particularly in humanitarian or emergency contexts.

• Experience in sectoral coordination and strong contextual understanding of the Rohingya Refugee Response in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh.

• Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) or a local language is an asset

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships 

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness 

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact 

(4) Innovates and embraces change 

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity 

(6) Thinks and acts strategically 

(7) Works collaboratively with others 

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UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.

According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility jobs-near-me.org UNICEF.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.

Remarks:

As per 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.

UNICEF is an equal-opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from female candidates, gender-diverse individuals and people with disabilities.

UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/

The VA is open to all (internal and external candidates)

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. 

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information. Do not pay to submit your application. If there is a charge, then it is not a genuine UNICEF position.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

Internal candidates may be given preference over external candidates. The term “Internal” refers to all staff members with fixed term, continuing or permanent appointments. Internal candidates who are legally permitted to work for UNICEF in Bangladesh, independently of UNICEF appointment, will also be considered.

Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their candidate profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in the Applicant system in order to be considered.  The information submitted will be used for administrative purposes, salary/step determination and conditions of employment. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be accepted for applications that have already been submitted for this position.

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