UNESCO Institute for Statistics 5255 avenue Decelles,
7th floor Montreal, Quebec, H3T 2B1 Canada Tel: (1-514) 343-6880 Fax: (1-514)
343-5740
7th floor Montreal, Quebec, H3T 2B1 Canada Tel: (1-514) 343-6880 Fax: (1-514)
343-5740
Post title: Project Officer
Domain: Statistics
Post Number: 1CAUIS16PA
Grade: P3
Organizational Unit: UNESCO Institute for Statistics,
Statistical Services and Technology section Data Proc
Statistical Services and Technology section Data Proc
Primary Location: Montreal, Canada
Recruitment open to: Internal and External candidates
Type of contract: Project Appointment
Annual Salary: US$86,938
Deadline (midnight, Paris time): 9 November 2014
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
Under the overall authority of the Director of the
UNESCO Institute for Statistics in collaboration with the Head of the
Statistical Standards and Technology (SSAT) Section and the direct supervision
of the Programme Specialist (Team Leader) of the Data Processing and Standards
(SSAT/DPS) Unit, the incumbent shall assist in the coordination, development,
management and evaluation of activities and projects related to statistical
data and metadata exchange (SDMX) within the framework of the UIS data and
metadata global strategy.
UNESCO Institute for Statistics in collaboration with the Head of the
Statistical Standards and Technology (SSAT) Section and the direct supervision
of the Programme Specialist (Team Leader) of the Data Processing and Standards
(SSAT/DPS) Unit, the incumbent shall assist in the coordination, development,
management and evaluation of activities and projects related to statistical
data and metadata exchange (SDMX) within the framework of the UIS data and
metadata global strategy.
She/he will:
- Lead internal UIS initiatives to design and
implement fully SDMX compliant methods for exchanging data and metadata
with partners (data providers and data mediators) via authenticated secure
data exchange methods at various stages of the data lifecycle starting
with collection from member states through to dissemination to
international partners but also including key data exchanges and
collaborations with regional partners such as Eurostat, OECD, UNSD, World
Bank, WTO, and RICYT. - Lead a project to create SDMX Data Structure
Definition (DSDs) and Metadata Structure definition (MSDs) for
disseminated UIS education indicators. Transition the current
three-dimensional output model to this fully disaggregated version of UIS
data outputs into existing UIS dissemination databases and production SDMX
dissemination flows to external data users such as the UN Statistics
Division and the World Bank Group. - Participate in UIS questionnaire design
activities and lead the project to transition all UIS data collections to
being fully SDMX compliant. Maintain data coding schemes and SDMX
artefacts for all UIS data collections. Establish and maintain SDMX
artefacts to support this work. Coordinate with internal stakeholders to
ensure that the artefacts are fully leveraged in all internal databases
and systems. - Represent the UIS in establishing, maintaining,
and creating global SDMX artefacts and/or local derivations of global SDMX
artefacts. As relevant, undertake SDMX maintenance tasks related to
maintaining UIS artefacts in the SDMX Global Registry. - Develop materials and provide SDMX training to
UIS management, statisticians, technical staff and regional partners.
Produce and provide ‘train the trainer’ materials for regional meetings
and workshops. - Participate in the development and implementation
of standards for metadata management at the UIS, specifically with regards
to metadata management and metadata flows throughout the entire data
lifecycle. Lead initiatives to leverage SDMX and MSDs in the context of
metadata management. - Participate in international SDMX meetings,
projects, and working groups with the goals of advancing the adoption of the
SDMX standard, improving data quality internationally, improving UIS
internal efficiency and data quality, and representing UIS interests.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Advanced university degree (Master’s or
equivalent) required in Statistics, Computer Science, or related field. An
Undergraduate degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in aforementioned areas
combined with 7+ years of relevant professional experience including at
least 3 years’ experience applying the SDMX standard in national or international
statistics may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
WORK EXPERIENCE
- At least 4 years of relevant work experience with
2 years of experience in disaggregating complex statistical concepts and
data modelling in a national or international statistical organisation. - Experience modelling SDMX artefacts in a national
or international statistical organisation. - Experience implementing SDMX-based solutions in
statistical organisations. - Experience in the elaboration and management of
programmes/projects in the field of statistics and SDMX implementations.
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
- Ability to collect, synthesise and analyse
information from various sources. - Strong writing and communication skills in
English. - Excellent coordination, networking and interpersonal
skills. - Close attention to detail and quality of work,
balanced by ability to prioritize tasks and manage heavy workload. - Ability to motivate, inspire and guide others.
- Ability to maintain effective working relations
within a multi-cultural environment and to work effectively in team
environment.
LANGUAGES
- Excellent knowledge of English.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Relevant coursework in relation to information
modelling or process modelling would be an asset.
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Experience with UNESCO’s operations and
administrative procedures would be an asset. - Experience in questionnaire design would be an
asset. - Experience in SDMX global Data Structure
Definition and SDMX Global Registry activities would be an asset. - Experience in process modelling and process
optimisation activities would be an asset. - Supervisory and management experience would be an
asset.
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
- Knowledge of GSBPM, GSIM, and Plug-and-Play
architecture international developments would be an asset.
LANGUAGES
- Good knowledge of French would be an asset.
BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS
UNESCO’s salaries are calculated in US dollars and
exempt from income tax. They consist of a basic salary and a post adjustment
which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station and exchange
rates. Other benefits include: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, home
travel, education grant for dependent children, pension plan and medical
insurance. More details on the ICSC Web site (http://icsc.un.org). Please note
that UNESCO is a non-smoking Organization.
exempt from income tax. They consist of a basic salary and a post adjustment
which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station and exchange
rates. Other benefits include: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, home
travel, education grant for dependent children, pension plan and medical
insurance. More details on the ICSC Web site (http://icsc.un.org). Please note
that UNESCO is a non-smoking Organization.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit a full CV (using the form at
https://en.unesco.org/careers/project_appointments), showing nationality,
date/place of birth and gender, a letter of motivation, and a list of three
references, including at least one current or former direct supervisor, that
may be contacted, to: uis.recruitment@unesco.org, by 9 November 2014 (Midnight,
Montreal time). Kindly use as email subject header: FAMILY NAME First Name
PA0016 SDMX (e.g. SMITH Roberta PA0016 SDMX).
https://en.unesco.org/careers/project_appointments), showing nationality,
date/place of birth and gender, a letter of motivation, and a list of three
references, including at least one current or former direct supervisor, that
may be contacted, to: uis.recruitment@unesco.org, by 9 November 2014 (Midnight,
Montreal time). Kindly use as email subject header: FAMILY NAME First Name
PA0016 SDMX (e.g. SMITH Roberta PA0016 SDMX).