RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Research Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: ？ Selects and evaluates a variety of documents, summarizes pertinent material, collects and analyses data and prepares background materials for assessment papers, studies, briefs and reports. ？ Systematically follows through and retrieves, highlights and compiles information from a wide variety of information sources; prepares input for the electronic database and the Internet and co-operates with research institutes and organizations in the collection of data. ？ Assembles and examines original statistical material to ensure accuracy, clarity and validity; makes appropriate adjustments. ？ Designs, prepares and maintains a profile for each delisting request received by the Focal Point for Delisting. ？ 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. ？ Participates in the substantive and policy discussions of the Focal Point for Delisting. ？ Maintains and expands contacts with other departments in the Secretariat, as well as the UN agencies and programmes and other organizations relevant to the work of the Focal Point for Delisting. ？ Prepares, maintains and updates files (electronic and paper) and internal databases; designs and generates a variety of periodic and ad hoc reports, statistical tables, charts, graphs, and other background materials/notes to facilitate inspection and other reviews. ？ Drafts programme/project summaries, co-ordinates review and clearance process and co-ordinates with editor, translation services, etc., on finalization and publication of reports in multiple languages. ？ Arranges travel for the Focal Point for Delisting and staff members of the Office, and prepares relevant travel documentation. ？ Identifies the organizational requirements for conferences and meetings and assists in the preparation of documentation and reports for these meetings. ？ Attends a variety of meetings to follow discussions, takes notes and prepares summary reports, notes for the file, correspondence, etc. ？ Provides guidance and training to new/junior staff. ？ 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. ？ Performs other related work as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge of the policies, procedures and practices of the Security Council. Ability to organize and summarize information required for the preparation of relevant documentation for the Security Council and its subsidiary bodies. Ability to research and gather information from a wide variety of standard and non-standard sources. 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. Planning and 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. 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years of experience in collecting and researching data for social, political or conflict analysis, or related areas is required. Demonstrated drafting experience is required. One (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 another official United Nations language is desirable.