Information Systems Analyst, IPAS Project, UNJSPF, P3

	The Integrated Pension Administration System (IPAS) initiative will replace the Fund’s ageing systems environment and provide increased capacity. This position is located in the Information Technology Team of IPAS project.
		Responsibilities
	Within limits of delegated authority, the Systems Analyst will be responsible for the following duties: • Manage projects involving feasibility studies, systems analysis, design, development and implementation of the new IPAS related systems, and participate as a member of a IPAS team with responsibility for the major components of the system. •Develop detailed system and other functional specifications and user documentation for the system. • Maintain, upgrade or enhance existing user systems as needed; troubleshoot and provide continuing user support, to include resolving difficult problems, advising on the use of new techniques, monitoring transactions to measure performance and continued effectiveness of assigned systems, etc. • Develop and maintain computer programs that require integration of many interrelated systems and program elements; ensure appropriate data security and access controls considering both local and wide area issues. • Organize and perform team and integrated testing, designing and utilising test bases; assist users in acceptance testing. • Develop training materials, operating and user manuals; train staff in assigned systems. •Develop disaster recovery plans and ensure appropriate planning and training of those responsible. • Participate in writing reports and papers on systems-related topics, system requirements, information strategy, etc.
		Competencies
	Core Competencies: Professionalism: - Knowledge of systems design, and development, management, implementation and maintenance of complex information systems. - Ability to develop and oversee large centralised or decentralised institutional systems; conceptual and strategic analytical capacity to understand information system and business operational issues so as to thoroughly analyse and evaluate critical systems matters. - Knowledge of a range of computer languages and development paradigms, knowledge of organization’s information infrastructure and IT strategy as it relates to user area(s). - Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Planning & Organizing: -Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies -Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required -Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work -Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning -Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary -Uses time efficiently 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 ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems -Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects -Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client
		Core Values
	Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity
		Education
	Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in computer science, information systems, mathematics, statistics or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
		Work Experience
	A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in planning, design, development, implementation and maintenance of computer information systems or related field. Experience working with an ERP system in an international organization highly desirable
		Languages
	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
		United Nations Considerations
	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.
		Assessment Method
	Oral interview.
		Special Notice
	Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds. - Priority consideration for vacancies at the P3 level will be given to internal candidates and candidates who have passed a competitive examination. - 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. - This vacancy is subject to availability of post. Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfill the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover - Any candidate from a member organization of the UNJSPF applying for this post is considered as an internal candidate provided he/she has been appointed through the appointment and promotion procedures applicable in his/her respective organization.note.
		No Fee
	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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