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Issued by: OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine
Vacancy number: VNSMUN00960
Vacancy type: Local Contracted
Field of expertise: Information Technology and Information Management
Grade: NP2
Number of posts: 1
Duty station: Kyiv
Date of issue: 11 October 2019
Deadline for application: 4 November 2019 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

		The OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine is looking for highly qualified, motivated and experienced Ukrainian professional for the position of National Information and Communication technologies (ICT) Officer, Projects Support with its main office in Kyiv. The OSCE is committed to achieving a better balance of women and men within the Organization. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online, using the OSCE online application link http://www.osce.org/employment/. Please note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form or in other languages than the English language will not be considered. For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine, please see https://www.osce.org/special-monitoring-mission-to-ukraine”. * NOTE: Confirmation of the post grade and title is subject to budget approval.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		Under the direct supervision of the Chief of ICT, the National ICT Officer, Projects Support assists in management and coordination of IT projects. The incumbent supports the ICT team with design and technical direction from Project Management and Business Analysis perspective. Coordinates the work with National ICT Officer, National IT Officer Support and Field Coordination and with National IT Officer, Developer for specific projects. Advises Chief of ICT on priorities of ICT projects and efficient allocation of ICT resources. More specifically the incumbent will be responsible for: 1. Assists in Management and Coordination of IT Projects. Leads planning and/or implementation of internal ICT projects. Participates in the design and/or testing phases. Facilitates the definition of project missions, goals, tasks, and resource requirements; resolves or assists in the resolution of conflicts within and between projects or functional areas; advises Chief of ICT on allocation of ICT resources in accordance to the projects’ priority. 2. Analysis Business Needs. Captures analyses and confirms requirements from various business units. Identifies and investigates various options (in-house development, COTS, etc.) that may offer a more effective solution to some or all of the requirements. 3. Performs IT system analysis and design (Project Perspective). Identifies, interprets, and evaluates IT system and network requirements; Defines scope of work; Reviews IT network architecture, topology, interdependencies, and constraints; Researches technical alternatives and options; Analyzes the costs, value and risks of information technology to advise Chief of ICT and suggests actions; 4. Provides Support to the ICT Team (Project Perspective). Monitors and controls service levels of service providers and suppliers; Interacts with software and hardware vendors; Participates in vendor contract negotiations for all new IT equipment and software; Produces management information; Produces Terms of References, drafts, reports; Provides guidance to ICT Assistants and other staff within the Organization; Delivers internal trainings; Cooperates and interacts with ICTS; Orders ICT goods and services in ERP; Tracks Purchase Requisitions status, fills requests for non-standard items; 5. Perform IT system configuration and implementation. Manages IT systems implementation projects; Manages project schedule and reports project status according to plan; Assesses and mitigates risks associated with resistance and process change; Plans and document IT system configuration; Supports, tracks, and documents change implementation; Puts hardware and software systems into production; Provides IT systems documentation; Produces manuals; 6. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Necessary Qualifications

		- Ukrainian citizenship or holding permanent resident status in Ukraine; - First-level university degree in computer science; - Minimum four years relevant professional experience, partly acquired in an international organization or mission environment; - Strong project management and business analysis experience; - High degree of familiarity and experience with Microsoft operating systems and applications; - Established experience in Cisco firewall, router, and switch configuration; - Knowledge of other major hard- and software manufacturers an asset; - Professional fluency in the English, Ukrainian and Russian languages, both oral and written; - Holding a valid driver license; - Ability to cope with physical hardship and willingness to work extra hours and in an environment with limited infrastructure, proven resilience to high stress environments; - Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity; - Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, as well as the ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities; - Cultural sensitivity and judgment.

Required competencies

		Core values Commitment: Actively contributes to achieving organizational goals Diversity: Respects others and values their diverse perspectives and contributions Integrity: Acts in a manner consistent with the Organization’s core values and organizational principles Accountability: Takes responsibility for own action and delegated work Core competencies Communication: Actively works to achieve clear and transparent communication with colleagues and with stakeholders of the Organization Collaboration: Works effectively with others on common goals and fosters a positive, trust-based working environment Planning: Works towards the achievement of goals in a structured and measured manner Analysis and decision-making: Analyses available information, draws well-founded conclusions and takes appropriate decisions Initiative-taking: Proposes and initiates new ideas, activities and projects Flexibility: Responds positively and effectively to changing circumstances Managerial competencies (for positions with managerial responsibilities) Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, builds trust and creates an enabling environment Strategic thinking: Identifies goals that advance the organizational agenda and develops plans for achieving them Managing performance: Helps to maximize team performance by providing active feedback and skill development opportunities

Remuneration Package

		Monthly remuneration, subject to social security deductions is 2151 Euro/month. Social benefits will include participation in the Cigna health insurance scheme and the OSCE Provident Fund. Appointments are normally made at step 1 of the applicable OSCE salary scale.

How To Apply

		For more details please visit the OSCE website employment section at http://www.osce.org/employment/. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online, using the OSCE online application link. Please note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form or in other languages than the English language will not be considered. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages the nomination of qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer an appointment at a lower grade or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration.

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