Information Management Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP was established in 1972 and has since been at the forefront of environmental governance, working with various stakeholders to address pressing environmental issues. The organization operates in multiple countries and employs a diverse workforce dedicated to sustainable development and environmental protection.

Job Overview:
The Information Management Officer position is situated within the Administrative Management Branch of the Secretariat of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Convention (BRS) in Geneva. The incumbent will be responsible for managing the staff of the unit and ensuring the timely and effective provision of knowledge management and information technology services to the Secretariat and the Parties. This role involves planning and directing major systems projects that are critical to the institution, providing expert advice on complex systems analysis and design, and developing plans for feasibility assessments and project implementation. The officer will also track project progress, provide professional leadership to project teams, and ensure effective communication between the BRS Secretariat and its clients. The position requires a proactive approach to managing information standards and guidelines, as well as the ability to analyze data to support decision-making processes.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Information Management Officer include managing the staff of the unit, planning and directing major systems projects, providing expert advice on systems analysis and design, developing feasibility assessments, and overseeing the technical evaluation of proposals. The officer will track and monitor project progress, provide leadership to project teams, develop information standards, and prepare technical documentation. Additionally, the officer will facilitate communications between the BRS Secretariat and its clients, participate in budget planning, and collect and analyze data to identify trends. The role also involves preparing training materials and technical presentations, as well as ensuring compliance with security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security mechanisms and guidelines.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a strong knowledge of information management and technology, particularly in systems design and development. They should have the ability to oversee large institutional systems and demonstrate strategic analytical capacity. The role requires excellent judgment, planning, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to manage conflicting priorities. Candidates should also have a commitment to gender perspectives and equal participation in the workplace. Professionalism, technology awareness, and performance management skills are essential for success in this position.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in computer science, information systems, mathematics, statistics, or a related field is required. A first-level university degree combined with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. Successful completion of degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics, or data science is desirable. Additionally, certifications in IT Service Management (e.g., ITIL Foundation) or Project Management (e.g., PRINCE2) are considered advantageous.

Experience:
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in the planning, design, development, implementation, and maintenance of computer information systems or a related field is required. Candidates should have at least three years of experience managing diverse teams and fostering partner relationships in a complex organizational environment. Experience in developing and managing projects related to knowledge management and information technology is essential, as well as experience with ICT security in the UN common system or similar organizations. Proficiency in designing and developing applications using ASP.NET, C#, JavaScript, and MS SQL Server is required, along with experience in data analytics or related areas being desirable.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required for this position, as English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of another UN official language is considered desirable. Fluency is defined as a rating of 'fluent' in all four areas (reading, writing, speaking, understanding), while knowledge is rated as 'confident' in two of the four areas.

Additional Notes:
The appointment against this post is for an initial period of one year and may be subject to extension, contingent upon the continued existence of the mandate and availability of funding. The position is classified as fixed-term appointment limited (FTA-limited). The United Nations is committed to achieving gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for applicants with disabilities upon request. The recruitment process does not involve any fees, and candidates are urged to apply online as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted.