Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Field Technology Section (FTS) of the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS). The Chief, Geospatial, Information and Telecommunications Technologies (Chief FTS) will be based in Mogadishu and reports to Chief, Operations and Resources Management, UNSOS.ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Chief, Geospatial, Information and Telecommunications Technologies (Chief FTS) will be responsible for the following duties: • Provides policy guidance to Senior Management of the mission, on conceptual strategy development and management of the implementation of overall strategies, policies and procedures; • Plans and oversees the management of activities undertaken by the Section; coordinates with other Field Missions on matters related to ITC operations and support; ensures that substantive work programmes and programmed activities are carried out in a timely fashion, coordinating diverse projects in the Section; • Manages and supervises the work programme of the Section under her/his responsibility; co-ordinates the work effected by the Section; provides programmatic and substantive reviews of drafts prepared by others; • Provides advice and guidance to the mission senior management on Information Management strategies, policies, and general practices in order to streamline and secure information and data used by the mission. • Plans and prepares the inputs for the work programme of the Section; provides leadership, guidance, and mentoring for the senior staff, and fosters teamwork and improved communications among all staff of the Section; coordinates and oversees delivery of ICT training to staff and other users in the mission. •Takes the lead in the preparation of the mission's ICT budget; coordinate the generation of reports to the relevant UNHQ finance and budget review bodies as required; • Ensures that the outputs produced by the Section maintain high-quality standards; that reports are clear; objective and based on comprehensive data; ensures that all outputs produced by the Sections under his/her supervision meet required standards before completion to ensure they comply with the relevant mandates. • Recommends innovative business improvements through the introduction of new technologies; provides leadership on introducing technological changes, and ensures proper change management procedures and guidelines are in place and adhered to; • Serves as the main liaison, and represents the service; Ensures effective coordination with various UN agencies in order to maximize possibilities of inter-agency collaboration in the field of ICT. • Manages the acquisition of goods and services; coordinates needs assessments and the establishing of benchmarks, and the preparation of SOWs and RFPs in coordination with the Procurement office to establish and manage contracts. • Ensures proper inventory control and asset management of ICT systems and services in coordination with the Mission’s Property Management Unit. • Serves on various committees and review bodies within the mission as required. • Performs other related duties as required.
CompetenciesProfessionalism: Knowledge of Information Systems and Telecommunications Technologies for large and complex organizational environments; Ability to organize and manage diverse and cross-functional groups, across geographically dispersed locations, for largescale regional and, where applicable, inter-mission projects in conflict and post conflict areas. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments. Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards. Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules. Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments. Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable. Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow. Empowers others to translate vision into results. Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives. Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions. Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo. Shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing. Managing performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority. Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member. Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills. Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines. Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff. Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative. Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff. Appraises performance fairly.EducationAdvanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Telecommunications, Information Systems, Geospatial Technology or related areas. A first-level university degree in combination with additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.Job - Specific QualificationNot available.Work ExperienceA minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible professional experience in information and Telecommunications Systems or related area is required. Experience in the strategic global planning and design of highly-complex Information and Telecommunications networks and systems or related area is required. Proven track record of managing and delivering highly complex projects and experience in integrating large-scale Information and Telecommunications Systems is required. At least 2 years' managerial experience providing services in Information and Telecommunications Systems to or in a field operation of the United Nations common system or comparable international organization is desirable. Two years’ experience in the field of Information and Telecommunications Systems in a conflict or post-conflict setting is desirable. Experience in budget, staffing and performance management and reporting is desirable.LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
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The United Nations Security Council in Resolution 2245 adopted on 09 November 2015 established the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS). This replaced the United Nations Support Office for AMISOM (UNSOA), established in 2009. United Nati... Read More
