ICT Senior Analyst

ICT Senior Analyst

United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)

October 9, 2026November 9, 2026NairobiKenya
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The UNOPS Global Portfolios Office (GPO) is an integral part of the United Nations Office for Project Services, established to bring together diverse expertise to help partners deliver impact worldwide. With operational hubs located in major cities such as New York, Geneva, and Vienna, GPO leads multi-regional initiatives that advance sustainable development, climate action, and peacebuilding, particularly in some of the world’s most challenging environments. By leveraging collective expertise and global networks, GPO supports UNOPS’ strategic priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals across more than 130 countries. The organization collaborates closely with major global partners, including governments, international financial institutions, and UN agencies, to deliver a wide range of services, including project management, fund management, hosting services, and HR support.

Job Overview:
The ICT Senior Analyst – Data and Business Intelligence plays a crucial role in developing, deploying, and managing data collection and analytics-based reporting solutions that provide actionable intelligence to the mission's senior management team and mission support unit and section chiefs. This position requires the extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) of data from various enterprise systems to refresh Business Intelligence products according to an agreed schedule. The analyst is expected to develop new dashboards and applications to support and digitalize mission business processes, ensuring that data-driven decision-making is at the forefront of mission operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The ICT Senior Analyst will be responsible for a variety of key functions, including:
  • Analysis and Development: Conducting business and scope analysis, gathering requirements, and documenting processes. Performing preliminary system analysis, data cleansing, enrichment, migration, and change management initiatives. Building procedures for ETL from different enterprise systems to refresh Business Intelligence products. Developing and testing Business Intelligence reports and dashboards across various areas. Creating new Power BI applications to enhance and digitalize business processes.
  • Quality Assurance: Reviewing UNSOS Business Intelligence datasets for quality, completion, and accuracy. Monitoring and reviewing dashboards to identify and resolve issues promptly. Evaluating existing internal data collection and monitoring processes and assisting in the development of process improvements to enhance overall data quality. Supporting the establishment and improvement of standards and strategies for data management, lifecycle, and quality.
  • Capacity Development: Participating in the organization, preparation, and delivery of certified and focused functional business intelligence training workshops for ATMIS, FGS, and FSS.
  • Performing other duties as reasonably required in line with the incumbent’s scope of services.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in Applied Mathematics, Electronics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Engineering, or related fields with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. Alternatively, an advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in the same fields with at least 2 years of relevant experience is acceptable. Additionally, relevant professional certifications in Microsoft Power BI, SAP, and experience with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Power BI, and Power Apps are desired.

Educational Background:
The educational requirements for this position include a first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in a relevant field such as Applied Mathematics, Electronics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Engineering, or related fields. Candidates with an advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in these areas will be preferred, especially if they have 2 years of relevant experience. Professional certifications in Microsoft Power BI and SAP are also highly regarded.

Experience:
The position requires relevant experience defined as experience in the field of ICT, Electronics, Information Systems, or other related areas. A minimum of 2 years of experience working with data visualization and reporting tools, such as Microsoft Power BI or Tableau, is essential. Candidates should also have experience in building data reports and performing data analysis. Desired experience includes working with SAP or other Enterprise Resource Planning tools, as well as experience in Supply Chain or related areas. Good written and verbal communication skills are also necessary.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required for this position. Candidates must demonstrate a high level of proficiency in English, both written and spoken, to effectively communicate and collaborate within the team and with external partners.

Additional Notes:
The contract type for this position is ICA - IICA - Regular, with a contract level of IICA
  • The position is classified at a mid-level seniority (ICS 09). The posting start date is September 29, 2026, and the application deadline is October 14, 202
  • The contract duration is open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds, and satisfactory performance. UNOPS emphasizes diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities, encouraging applications from a wide range of nationalities, cultures, and backgrounds. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, and other forms of abusive conduct.
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