Consultant for Master Data Management

Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, operates in over 190 countries and territories with a mission to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. The organization is committed to promoting the rights of every child and offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development. UNICEF is known for its inclusive culture and attractive compensation and benefits package, making it a desirable workplace for individuals passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and communities worldwide.

Job Overview:
The consultancy role focuses on assessing and optimizing the Master Data Management (MDM) processes at UNICEF's Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC). The consultant will be responsible for process mapping, conducting benchmark and gap analysis, and developing authentication mechanisms. The goal is to enhance the efficiency of MDM processes by identifying gaps and inefficiencies, designing a future-focused process framework, and delivering actionable recommendations validated through stakeholder engagement. The consultant will also provide an implementation roadmap aimed at reducing risks and enabling digital transformation within the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of the current MDM processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop as-is and to-be process maps to visualize the current state and desired future state of MDM processes.
• Perform structured gap analyses to benchmark against UNICEF standards and industry best practices.
• Engage with stakeholders to validate findings and recommendations.
• Design and strengthen authentication mechanisms to ensure data integrity and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security.
• Create an implementation roadmap that outlines timelines, dependencies, and resource needs for the proposed changes.
• Produce actionable recommendations that enhance efficiency and reduce risks associated with MDM processes.
• Collaborate with various teams within UNICEF to ensure alignment and support for the proposed changes.
• Document all findings, processes, and recommendations in a clear and concise manner for future reference.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience in Master Data Management (MDM) process mapping, assessment, and optimization.
• Strong background in data governance, including knowledge of data quality rules, stewardship models, and internal control assessments.
• Ability to benchmark processes against industry standards and identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
• Familiarity with Identity and Access Management (IAM) concepts, including authentication flows and role-based access.
• Experience with sanction-screening workflows and understanding of required data elements.
• Proven capability to produce actionable recommendations and implementation roadmaps.

Educational Background:
A completed bachelor’s degree in Business Process Management, Organizational Development, Operations Management, or a related field is required for this position. A higher degree or specialized certifications in relevant areas may be considered an asset.

Experience:
Candidates should have demonstrated experience in Master Data Management (MDM) processes, particularly in process mapping, assessment, and optimization. Relevant experience in international organizations or similar environments is highly desirable, especially in contexts involving shared services and Global Business Services models.

Languages:
Fluency in English, both oral and written, is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of another official UN language such as Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish is considered an asset and may enhance the candidate's profile.

Additional Notes:
This consultancy role requires the submission of a financial proposal as part of the application process. Candidates must also provide a technical offer, curriculum vitae, and cover letter as specified in the Terms of Reference (TOR). UNICEF promotes a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with its aims and objectives, including discrimination and harassment. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and appointments are subject to medical clearance and inoculation requirements. Candidates must be nationals of Hungary or other EU/Schengen countries or possess a valid long-term Hungarian residency and work permit. Temporary or sponsored visas are not accepted, and UNICEF does not facilitate visa or work permit processes.