UN Information Systems Assistant Jobs in Nairobi - Kenya
UN Information Systems Assistant Jobs in Nairobi - Kenya
Org. Setting and ReportingThe United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.
The Africa Office helps to implement UN Environment's Regional programs in Africa by initiating, coordinating and catalysing regional and sub-regional cooperation and action in response to environmental, challenges, opportunities and emergencies.
This position is located in the UN Environment's Africa Office at the Nairobi duty station. The incumbent reports to the Programme Management Officer and is responsible for the following duties;
Responsibilities
Participates in the development, programming, testing, debugging and implementation of new application systems releases, modules and functionalities.
Develops, tests and implements simple computer application systems and programs using UN established standards for IT technologies, programming languages and tools.
Serves as team member in the planning, specification, design, development, implementation and support of computer application systems; independently liaises with users to define and specify requirements.
Installs computer application systems software and hardware according to specifications; monitors computer applications systems using appropriate monitoring tools and produces monitoring reports.
Prepares technical and user documentation for deployed computer application systems, as well as training materials and conducts technical presentations.
Uses relevant computer software, e.g. Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator and In-Design, to create promotional material in appropriate format to support the advocacy initiatives and campaigns of the Section including: graphic design work for print products such as posters and reports, infographics, brochures, presentations, announcements, ensuring photos and graphics conform to UN standards
Provides specialized assistance in the graphic production and delivery of public information products and services, including collection, analysis, and interpretation of data and subsequent generation of reports; develops graphics and interactive features to reflect section’s work
Manages updates and further develops internal databases; updates Customer Relationship Management database; generates a variety of standard and non-standard statistical and other reports from various databases.
Assist with the management section’s web platform; preparing new pages, incorporating graphics as needed, using appropriate authoring tools and necessary programming languages; retrieving and downloading pertinent documentation and other information in requisite programming languages for Web format or inserting into database after determining appropriate categorization; preparing and updating index of documents; posting documents on the UN web and/or development servers and ensuring the appropriate directory location; checking and testing for multiple browser support.
Assists with the development of content and updates for website and social media platforms.
Assists with the design of web templates and graphic elements for web platform and promotional materials.
Advise on usability and accessibility issues for websites.
Researches, compiles and presents basic information for use in the preparation and production of communications products/services.
Seeks to foster external partnerships and explores new platforms in regards to digital engagement, assesses their suitability and advises on their usage and relevance to the Departments.
Ensures availability and appropriate packaging of products for distribution at special events, exhibits, conferences and other public and media functions
Attends web editorial board meetings
Keeps abreast of developments in the field; performs benchmarking and proposes new acquisitions.
Provides guidance to new/junior staff.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of organizational information infrastructure, including hardware, software and application systems. Knowledge of relevant programming language(s) and ability to use programming skills to develop information systems. Knowledge of system development workflow and document flow processes, ability to conduct research and gather information from a wide variety of standard and non-standard sources. Ability to respond to changing requirements and assignments, ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. 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.
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.
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.
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Supplementary training in computer programming as well as good mastery of Microsoft Office and Web authoring tools is highly desirable. Must have passed the United Nations Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT) or the Global General Service Test (GGST) at Headquarters or an equivalent locally-administered test at Offices away from Headquarters.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressive work experience in website information systems and programming, international broadcasting or related area is required. Experience working with design applications such as Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop and In-Design is highly desirable. Experience with managing and updating websites is desired.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations 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 open for recruitment for an initial period of one year and may be subject to extension. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by Him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided.
If you do not receive an email acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists please seek technical assistance through the Inspira "Need Help?" link. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.
How to apply
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date. Apply by 18th December, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; UN Information Systems Assistant Jobs in Nairobi - Kenya
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