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Job Opening
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Director, African Centre for Statistics, D1
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Job Code Title: |
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CHIEF OF SERVICE, STATISTICS
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Economic Commission for Africa
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ADDIS ABABA
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Posting Period: |
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15 April 2013-13 June 2013
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Job Opening number: |
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13-STT-ECA-27607-R-ADDIS ABABA(G)
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N/A
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United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
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Org. Setting and Reporting
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This position is located in the African Centre for Statistics (ACS) at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA). The incumbent works under the direct supervision of the Executive Secretary.
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Responsibilities
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Within the delegated authority, the Director, ACS will lead the African Centre for Statistics, plan and develop the statistical database for the use of the Commission, members States, regional organizations and other bodies; formulate the objectives and define the desired outcomes of the subprogramme; and provide support and advise on statistical matters.
- Conducts research on statistical concepts, methods and standards with the view to supporting member States in the production and use of quality statistics in support of development efforts.
- Promotes the harmonization of statistics across African countries through the adoption of international statistical norms, standards and classifications and adaptation to regional and national realities.
- Assists member States in conducting various statistical operations namely censuses, surveys and administrative data records keeping.
- Designs and implements regional programmes that are well coordinated across African countries with the view to producing and using quality statistical information to support issue recognition and definition, policy design and choice, analysis, planning as well as monitoring and evaluation of development efforts.
- Develops and maintains a regional repository of statistical information in support of the Commission’s analytical and research work and to serve as a regional service centre for data on economic, social, demographic, and environmental conditions on African countries.
- Supports member States in harnessing information communication technologies including Geoinformation Systems to improve data collection, processing, analysis, dissemination and archiving capabilities, as well as facilitating access to national, sub-regional and regional databases.
- Provides advisory services to member States in establishing efficient statistical infrastructure for the collection, processing, analysis, dissemination and archiving of statistics in various areas.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Secretary.
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Competencies
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Professionalism: Has expert knowledge of the substantive field of work in general and in the specific areas being supervised; has proven ability to produce reports and documents on such issues and to review and edit the work of others. Is able to manage the work of a team requiring an in-depth understanding of its strategic direction and is able to integrate the work of the Section into the work programme of UNECA. Is able to provide expert advice on substantive issues and to defend and explain difficult issues with respect to key decisions and positions to staff, senior officials and members of the intergovernmental bodies. 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 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.
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 the audience -Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed
Accountability: -Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments -Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards -Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules -Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments -Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
Vision: -Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks. -Clearly communicates links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals. -Generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue that same direction -Conveys enthusiasm about future possibilities
Leadership: -Serves as a role model that other people want to follow -Empowers others to translate vision into results -Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives -Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support -Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions -Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo -Shows the courage to take unpopular stands
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Education
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Advanced University Degeree (Master's degree or equivalent) in economics, mathematics, demography or other social sciences combined with Statistics. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
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Work Experience
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A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in the area of statistical development at the national, regional and international levels, including a minimum of ten years in handling complex organizational issues at the international level and five years in policy and technical development of statistical programmes, as well as programme and project planning and analysis, and budgeting is required. Extensive managerial experience with background of IT and database management, including expertise in software for forcasting statistical information is also required. Proven track record of excellent management and technical skills is highly desirable. Qualifying years of experience are calculated following receipt of the first level university degree recognized by the United Nations.
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Languages
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Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage
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Assessment
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Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
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Special Notice
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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.
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United Nations Considerations
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The United Nations shall place 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. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
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No Fee
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THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
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