Information Systems Officer (Temporary Job Opening)

This position is located in the Automated System for Customs Data (ASYCUDA) Programme in the Division on Technology and Logisics of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and is located in Male, Maldives.

Responsibilities : Under the supervision of the ASYCUDA Regional Coordinator for Asia & Pacific, the Information Systems Officer will be responsible for providing technical assistance and support to the Maldives Customs Service (MCS) on the enhancement of ASYCUDAWorld.

The incumbent is expected to undertake the following duties:

• Participates in preparing user requirements and other technical specifications;

• Assists in the design, development and installation of information systems;

• Providing technical assistance and support in the prototyping, testing, piloting, roll-out, administration and maintenance of all GDCE ASYCUDA system e-Documents including remedial actions, as required;

• Ensures data security and integrity;

• Participate in initiatives relating to ASYCUDA system and the development of secure data exchange programs;

• Provides technical advices on the most ICT (Information and Communication Technology) architecture and configuration including, but not limited to, standby/backup databases for disaster recovery and report-generation purposes;

• Assists NPT (National Project Team) in the preparation of the national technical documentation, manuals on administration, maintenance and support of ASYCUDAWorld and training materials;

• Organises and conducts technical and functional training courses on the implementation, operation, and maintenance of the ASYCUDAWorld system and demonstrations of systems for users; Assistance in Project reporting and monitoring system by:

• Assisting the NPM (National Project Manager) in the preparation of Project Progress Reports for the Steering Committee and national counterpart authority;

• Preparing monthly Project Progress Reports for the ASYCUDA Regional Coordinator for Asia inclusive of the elements relating to the logical framework and monitoring plan.

Competencies

• TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in computer science, information systems, mathematics, statistics or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience A minimum of five years progressively responsible experience in planning, design, development, implementation, and maintenance of computer information systems or related area, including relevant experience in the field of customs automation system deployment, development and support is required.

Proven experience in prototyping and implementing complex customs information technology systems is required.

Experience in technical ICT programming with Java, Linux, Windows and Oracle, MySQL are required.

Experience in organising and delivering training courses within governmental organisations is desirable.

Experience working in an international environment is desirable.

Prior experience working in developing countries in Asia is desirable.

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

Assessment

Special Notice

• While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.
• Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.

At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclu