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Job Opening
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Posting Title: |
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Statistician, P3
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Job Code Title: |
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STATISTICIAN
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Department of Economic and Social Affairs
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NEW YORK
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Posting Period: |
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17 April 2014-15 June 2014
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Job Opening number: |
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14-STT-DESA-34465-R-NEW YORK (R)
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Staffing Exercise ID: |
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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 Demographic Statistics Section, Demographic and Social Statistics Branch, Statistics Division of the Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA). The incumbent reports to the Chief of the Section.
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Responsibilities
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Under the general supervision of the Chief of the Demographic Statistics Section and within delegated authority, the Statistician is responsible for the following duties:
- Organizes, designs, plans and carries out the collection, evaluation, analysis, compilation and dissemination of statistical data on demographic phenomena by applying methods of data collection, selecting and implementing methods for checking collected data, and selecting and implementing appropriate methods for data processing for incorporation into databases;
- Assists the Editor of the Demographic Yearbook in developing, disseminating, collecting, processing and storing the Demographic Yearbook questionnaires;
- Participates in the development, implementation and management of the Master Demographic Yearbook Database;
- Provides training and technical support in the operation of the Demographic Yearbook system of data collection and processing;
- Participates in the development and revision of statistical concepts on civil registration and vital statistics, its definitions and classifications by performing methodological research;
- Prepares draft technical documents for international, intergovernmental and expert group meetings and assist in drafting relevant reports; organize and participate in seminars, working groups and expert meetings as a technical resource person;
- Guides, trains and supervises general service staff; perform other duties as assigned.
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Competencies
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Professionalism - Knowledge of statistical principles and practices. Demonstrated conceptual, analytical and evaluative skills and ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identifying issues, formulating options and making conclusions and recommendations in the fields of civil registration, vital statistics and international migration statistics; demonstrated knowledge of statistical principles and practices. 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.
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.
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.
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Education
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Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in statistics, demography, mathematics, economics, sociology or directly related area. 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 five years of progressively responsible experience in the area of demographic statistics. Experience at the national or international level in the collection, compilation, analysis and dissemination of statistical data or demographic statistics is required. Experience in methodological work in the field of civil registration, vital statistics and/or international migration statistics is desirable. Experience in providing support for training, seminars or workshops in demographic statistics is desirable.
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Languages
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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 a second official UN language is an advantage.
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Assessment
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Evaluation of qualified applicants may include a substantive assessment, which may be followed by a 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.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
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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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