United Nations Office at Vienna
Closing date: Saturday, 4 February 2017
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| Posting Title: | Computer Information Systems Assistant (Software Products Integrator), G6 |
| Job Code Title: | INFORMATION SYSTEMS ASSISTANT |
| Department/Office: | UNITED NATIONS OFFICE AT VIENNA |
| Duty Station: | VIENNA |
| Posting Period: | 06 January 2017 - 04 February 2017 |
| Job Opening Number: | 17-Information Management Systems-UNOV-72267-R-Vienna (O) |
Responsibilities
The Information Systems Assistant will perform the following specific duties:
¿Integrate component subsystems of the software products for Member States into a whole and ensure that those subsystems function together;
¿Design, build, integrate, and maintain software products for Member States;
¿Implement and monitor the software development processes and keep track of status of SPMS engagements with Member States;
¿Coordinate the planning aspects for development and mission activities;
¿Assist in the preparation of documents and materials to be published;
¿Liaise with Member States on the project implementation and coordinate development with the local teams;
¿Perform other work related duties as required.
Competencies¿Integrate component subsystems of the software products for Member States into a whole and ensure that those subsystems function together;
¿Design, build, integrate, and maintain software products for Member States;
¿Implement and monitor the software development processes and keep track of status of SPMS engagements with Member States;
¿Coordinate the planning aspects for development and mission activities;
¿Assist in the preparation of documents and materials to be published;
¿Liaise with Member States on the project implementation and coordinate development with the local teams;
¿Perform other work related duties as required.
¿Professionalism: Has knowledge of organizational information infrastructure, including hardware, software and application systems. Has good technical skills and the ability to participate in the implementation and maintenance of applications. Has knowledge of systems workflow and document flow processes, ability to conduct research and gather information from a wide variety of standard and non-standard sources. Is able to respond to changing requirements and assignments. Has demonstrated 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
¿Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors on-going developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps a client informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of product or services to client.
¿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. Builds consensus for task purpose and direction with team members. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Education¿Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors on-going developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps a client informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of product or services to client.
¿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. Builds consensus for task purpose and direction with team members. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
High School Diploma or equivalent. 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. Relevant additional post-secondary education or training is desirable.
Work Experience
A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in software systems with emphasis on technical requirements analysis, planning, and user testing is required. Experience working in a large multi-cultural, international, non-profit organization is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English, is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Assessment
Technical Test and Competency Based interview
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