Manager, Data Services Sub-programme,

UNITED NATIONS
NATIONS UNIES

FRAMEWORK CONVENTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE - Secretariat
CONVENTION - CADRE SUR LES CHANGEMENTS CLIMATIQUES - Secrétariat

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Reporting, Data and Analysis (RDA) PROGRAMME
Data Services Sub-programme

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO: VA 11/023/RDA

PUBLICATION/TRANSMISSION DATE: 23 March 2011

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION 21 April 2011

TITLE AND GRADE: Manager, Data Services Sub-programme, P-5

POST NUMBER: FRA-2922-V182-P5-001

INDICATIVE NET ANNUAL SALARY: US$ 80,629 to 86,412(without dependents)

US$ 86,791 to 93,318 (with dependents)

(plus variable post adjustment, currently 53% of net salary) plus other UN benefits and pension fund

DURATION OF APPOINTMENT: One and a half years, with possibility of extension

DUTY STATION: Bonn, Germany

EXPECTED DATE FOR ENTRY ON DUTY As soon as possible

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Background

The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is the focus of the political process to address Climate Change. The Convention secretariat supports the Convention and its Kyoto Protocol by a range of activities, including substantive and organizational support to meetings of the Parties.

The RDA programme supports the intergovernmental negotiations on matters relating to national communications, inventories, assigned amounts and policy instruments.

Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Coordinator of the Reporting, Data and Analysis programme, the incumbent directs the use of enhanced and new data systems and automated reports relating to MRV requirements and GHG emissions/removals, manages and ensures that data-related issues are reviewed for higher-level consideration, and manages strategic partnerships and networking. In particular, the incumbent:

1. Plans and directs the Data Services sub-programme (DS) work by formulating the programme of work, monitoring delivery, providing direction, management and supervision of work and staff, ensuring smooth implementation of the work programme, allocating resources effectively, managing performance.

2. Leads UNFCCC strategic directions and expertise on the development and enhancement of key new and existing data systems, such as the greenhouse gas (GHG) data submission portal, the GHG data interface or the Common Reporting Format (CRF) Reporter.

3. Oversees the production of data-related publications and reports, media communications and online products with data on GHG emissions/removals reported by Parties under the Convention and data on the accounting of tradable units in the framework of market-based mechanisms under the Kyoto Protocol, and the development of the GHG data interface on the UNFCCC website.

4. Responsible for data-related support to the negotiations under the Convention and the Kyoto Protocol, by taking managerial and substantive decisions on the follow-up actions relating to the development of data systems required to support monitoring, reporting and verification (MRV) processes; working closely with the Information Technology Services (ITS) programme with regard to the implementation options for new data systems or principal changes in existing systems emerging from MRV-related negotiations; overseeing regular and ad hoc data publications and data analyses for specific negotiation issues.

5. Promotes partnership and networking by representing the UNFCCC secretariat at relevant fora and in data-related working groups within the United Nations system and linking the DS sub-programme activities with those of other international organizations.

6. Provides expert advice to UNFCCC management on all data-related issues, including those relating to negotiations on a future climate change regime under the Bali Action Plan.

Requirements

· Advanced university degree in environmental sciences, engineering, computer sciences, or a related field or discipline. Combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

· At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional experience in the processing and interpretation of complex data structures and in the development and maintenance of complex information systems and databases, as well as formulating corresponding requirements, including experience in overseeing implementation of systems development. Proved experience in project and team management. Three years of relevant experience in an international setting is a requirement.

· Excellent knowledge in the development, execution and supervision of plans, policies, programmes and practices that manage, control, protect, deliver and enhance data. Knowledge of information systems related to climate change, such as databases containing information on greenhouse gas emissions or the International Transaction Log, is an asset

· Proficiency in data interpretation and usage, planning and managerial skills, expertise in software management

· Fluency in written and spoken English is essential. Working knowledge of another UN language is an asset.

Evaluation criteria

Professionalism:

· Expert knowledge in the field of work under his/her responsibility.

· Ability to produce high-quality outputs on key technical issues.

· The capacity to review, evaluate and direct the technical work of staff under his/her supervision.

· Ability to identify key strategic issues.

· Tact and negotiating skills.

Commitment to Continuous Learning:

· Extremely proactive in the understanding and promotion of new developments in the appropriate field of work.

Communication:

· Excellent spoken and written communication skills, ability to defend and explain difficult issues with respect to key decisions.

· Proven ability to communicate complex concepts orally.

· Willingness and ability to act as a spokesperson and promoter both internally and externally.

Technological Awareness:

· Good conceptual understanding of technology in the workplace and ability to use relevant software and other applications and equipment relevant to the post./…

Teamwork:

· Good interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural organization.

Judgement/Decision-making:

· Excellent judgement and proven decision-making skills.

· The capacity to analyse problems and develop innovative, effective solutions.

· Ability to display initiative, resourcefulness and imagination.

· Ability to harness and direct resources to best effect.

Leadership:

· Proven managerial and leadership skills.

· Ability to integrate professional knowledge together with pragmatic objectives to produce a results-orientated work programme for individuals and teams.

· Proven record of building and managing teams and creating an enabling environment.

· Excellent proven ability to lead, supervise, mentor, develop and encourage good performance.

To apply

Candidates whose qualifications and experience match the requirements for this position, please use the on-line application system available at http://unfccc.int/secretariat/employment/recruitment

Please note:

1. Qualified women candidates and candidates from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply

2. Service is limited to the UNFCCC Secretariat

3. We will confirm receipt of your application. However, only candidates under serious consideration and contacted for an interview will receive notice of the final outcome of the selection process.