About United Nations Conference on Trade and Development

United Nations Conference on Trade and Developmentis 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 INFORMATION SYSTEMS OFFICER (Temporary Job Opening), P3 position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within United Nations Conference on Trade and Development’s work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Based in Switzerland, you will contribute your expertise to advance the organization’s mission and support international cooperation on critical global challenges. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment while contributing to meaningful outcomes that benefit communities worldwide.

Key Details

• Job Title:INFORMATION SYSTEMS OFFICER (Temporary Job Opening), P3
• Grade:P-3
• Location:Geneva, Switzerland
• Department:United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
• Contract Type:Temporary Assignment
• Salary Range:$70,212.0 – $90,676.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in computer science, information systems, mathematics, statistics or related field.
• Academic Qualifications: A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this job opening, English is required.
• Language: The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
• Language: Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in planning, design, development, implementation and maintenance of computer information systems or related area is required.

Skills

• 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.
• Experience in analysis and developing complex online services with no-code eGovernment platforms is desirable.
• Experience with automation frameworks such as Ghost Inspector is desirable.
• Experience in the United Nations system, setting up information technology systems in support of business services is desirable..

Benefits

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

How to Apply