STATISTICIAN

Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Statistics Division (SD), Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA). The Statistician reports to the Chief of the Sustainable Development Goals Monitoring Section (SDGMS). The Division compiles and disseminates global statistical information, develops standards and norms for statistical activities, and supports countries' efforts to strengthen their national statistical systems. Further information is available on the following website: https://unstats.un.org. ResponsibilitiesWithin the direct supervision of the Chief of Section and the overall guidance of the Director, the Statisticians will be responsible for the following duties: • Organizes, designs, plans and carries out the collection, evaluation, analysis, compilation and dissemination of statistical data by selecting methods of data collection, selecting and implementing methods for checking collected data, and selecting and implementing appropriate methods for data processing for incorporation into databases. • Participates in the development, implementation and management of statistical database(s). • Provides training and technical support on data collection programmes, country practices and other related information, especially as it relates to the use of innovative data sources, tools and methods for production of national statistics. • Participates in the development or revision of standards on statistical concepts, definitions and classifications by performing methodological research. • Prepares draft technical documents for international, intergovernmental and expert group meetings and assists in drafting relevant reports. • Organizes and participates in seminars, working groups and expert meetings as a technical resource person. • Guides trains and supervises general service staff. • Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Performs other duties as assigned. Competencies• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of statistical principles and practices. Ability to conduct independent research and analysis. Ability to identify issues, formulate options and make conclusions and recommendations. 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. • 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. • 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. EducationAdvanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in statistics, mathematics, economics, sociology or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in the collection, compilation, analysis and dissemination of statistical data or related area is required. Experience in project or programme management in statistics or related area is required. Experience in developing statistical capacities of national statistical offices, especially in IT modernization in Africa, Asia, and Latin America is required. At least three years of experience working for an international organization on capacity development projects for national statistical offices in developing countries is required. A minimum of two years of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. There are no additional desirable languages specified. 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).