About Executive Office of the Secretary-General

Executive Office of the Secretary-Generalis 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 Executive Office of the Secretary-General’s mission in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in United States, 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:Consultant – Data and Digital Solutions
• Grade:CON
• Location:New York, United States
• Department:Executive Office of the Secretary-General
• Contract Type:Consultancy
• Salary Range:$50,000.0 – $120,000.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: At least a first-level degree in management, business, analytics, computer science, information systems, public administration, political science, international relations, or other related social sciences.
• Academic Qualifications: A minimum of 2 years of experience in project management, data management, analytics, digital workflow and solutions design, or similar is required.
• Academic Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in using analytical / engineering tools (e.g.
• Academic Qualifications: Python, SQL, R, PowerQuery) is required.
• Academic Qualifications: Experience with Microsoft 365 digital ecosystem (e.g.
• Academic Qualifications: SharePoint, Power Automate, Dynamics 365, Excel) is required.
• Academic Qualifications: Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI or similar) is required.
• Academic Qualifications: Experience applying NLP or AI-assisted analytics is desirable.
• Academic Qualifications: Demonstrated experience preparing high-quality presentation materials (e.g.
• Academic Qualifications: PowerPoint, ThinkCell) is desirable..

Skills

• Develop data processing workflows using Python, SQL, R, PowerQuery or equivalent tools to ensure high-quality, interoperable datasets.
• In alignment with organizational policies and responsible AI standards, incorporate AI / natural language processing (NLP) techniques where relevant to enhance data quality and usability. 2.
• Deployment, Maintenance and Support: Oversee implementation and release cycles for digital products, including version control, documentation, and user support mechanisms.
• Establish procedures for data recovery, system updates, and continuity of solutions. 4.
• Project Coordination and Implementation: Support project implementation, liaising with internal service providers, and coordinating timelines.
• Assist in planning and delivering trainings, briefings, and onboarding sessions to end-users and other stakeholders. 5.
• Continuous Improvement and Innovation of current tools and products: Propose improvements to existing systems and introduce new methods that enhance efficiency, automation, and insight generation..

Benefits

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

How to Apply