About Economic Commission for Africa

Economic Commission for Africais part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This consultancy provides an opportunity to contribute specialized expertise to Economic Commission for Africa’s mission in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Ethiopia, you will apply your professional skills to address complex challenges in international cooperation and sustainable development and support the organization’s programmatic objectives. This role offers the flexibility of consultancy work while contributing to meaningful international development outcomes with global impact.

Key Details

• Job Title:Information Systems Assistant
• Grade:CON
• Location:Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Flexible: in-person, hybrid, or remote)
• Department:Economic Commission for Africa
• Contract Type:Consultancy
• Salary Range:$50,000.0 – $120,000.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree (Masters) in Information Science, Computer Science, Communications, or related fields.
• Academic Qualifications: First-level degree with two additional years of relevant experience may be considered. A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience work experience in information systems is required.
• Language: English and French are the working language of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Perform other related tasks as required.

Skills

• Provide technical support for computer systems, databases, and applications at ACPC; perform troubleshooting and system monitoring.
• Support the development, programming, testing, debugging, and implementation of new computer applications and website modules; conduct version management.
• Assist in designing and maintaining ACPC web and database systems according to UN IT standards.
• Maintain technical documentation for computer application systems and manage changes in line with change management procedures.
• Support data backup, security, recovery, and user training for IT systems.
• Assist in identifying user system needs, conducting workflow and document management analysis, and developing classification, retention, and archival procedures.
• Conduct research on new IT tools and technologies, propose acquisitions, and assist with implementation. B. Digital Communication and Web Support
• Design and maintain ACPC and ARFSD-12 web pages, upload content, and format materials.
• Develop and maintain online discussion forums, registration forms, and event sub-sites, including multimedia content and social media integration.
• Disseminate ACPC knowledge products and ARFSD-12 materials to stakeholders via websites and email communications.
• Track, validate, and update contacts in the ACPC database; minimize duplicates and ensure accurate email information. C. Event Coordination and Support
• Support ACPC and ARFSD-12 event logistics, including participant registration, communication, venue setup, and virtual/hybrid meeting facilitation.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply