Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Research Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: • Assists in identifying and monitoring substantive aspects of the work of the Haiti team. • Monitors relevant media outlets and selects and distributes relevant news and documents, summarizes pertinent material, collects and analyses data and prepares background materials for assessment papers, studies, briefs and reports to be developed by the political affairs officers. • Prepares a variety of reports, presentations, tables, lists, charts, data sets, and/or diagrams for information in order to facilitate the in-depth analysis of the retrieved information by the supervisor and other users. Contributes to the identification and analysis of patterns in data sets. • Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. • Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. • Researches, extracts and compiles information and technical data on specific programmes/projects and related topics and issues. • Systematically follows through and retrieves, highlights and compiles information from a wide variety of information sources and databases. • Assists in monitoring developments/issues on subjects or areas assigned by collecting, selecting, analysing and compiling materials from multiple sources, e.g., relevant databases, the library and the Internet. • Assembles original statistical material; adjusts reported data from different sources and load data into computerized database system. • Prepares abstracts/bibliographic descriptions for inclusion in documents, articles, books and publications. • Takes notes and drafts executive summaries of meetings. • Coordinating and managing the programme for visits of UN Haiti leadership to headquarters. • Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff • Performs other related work as required. Work implies frequent interaction with the following: Staff within work unit and across the Organization. Officers of Permanent Missions to the UN. Counterparts in other UN agencies. Non-governmental organizations and universities. Delegations. Results Expected: Provides reliable research on specifically defined aspects of projects/programmes. Processes work and follows up, under some supervision, seeking advice and/or reporting to supervisor as needed. Consistently applies appropriate policies, guidelines and procedures. Effectively and in a timely manner, liaises and interacts with colleagues and concerned parties internally and externally.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Ability to research, interpret and analyse a wide variety of data. Knowledge of the functions and organization of the work unit, and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units. Knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures. Demonstrates use of initiative and ability to make appropriate linkages in work requirements. 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Able to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. • 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. • Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. • Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

Several years of experience in collecting and researching data across various areas of socio-political and economic development or related area is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to 3 for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. 1 year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations Language is ana advantage.