Functional Responsibilities

The Project Manager will be reporting to the ICTSS Frameworks and Compliance Unit (FCU) Chief and he/she will be responsible for the following;

• Manages projects involving feasibility studies, systems analysis, design, development and implementation of new, moderately complex systems, and/or participates as a member of a technical team with responsibility for major components of the more complex systems.
• Develops detailed system and other functional specifications and user documentation for deployment of major systems.
• Provides specialized advice to users, analyzing users’ requirements and translating these into new applications; determines application systems integration and linkage issues.
• Manages and oversees different projects for the operations and enhancement of Information and Communication Technologies, working close collaboration with the various Units within the Section.
• Provides advice on the management, design, engineering, installation, operation, documentation and maintenance of the ICT systems and any equipment necessary.
• Organizes and performs unit and integrated testing, designing and utilizing test bases; assists users in acceptance testing.
• Develops training materials, operating and user manuals; trains staff in assigned systems.
• Develops disaster recovery plans and ensures appropriate planning and training of those responsible.
• Researches, analyzes and evaluates new technologies and makes recommendations for their deployment.
• Participates in writing reports and papers on systems-related topics, system requirements, information strategy, etc.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Functional competencies

Professionalism:

• Ability to work under pressure and provide high quality deliverables in difficult situations.
• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Communication:

• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication.
• Tailored language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Technological Awareness:

• Keeps abreast of available technology; Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office.
• Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; Shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education/Experience/Language requirements:

Education

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Statistics or related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree (a first-level university degree) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Statistics or related field in combination with two (2) years relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in planning, design, development, implementation and maintenance of computer information systems or related area.
• Experience in ICT projects management is highly desirable.
• Knowledge/experience in the ISO 27000/27001, ITIL and CobiT frameworks is an added advantage.

Language

• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.