UNITED NATIONSNATIONS UNIESFRAMEWORK CONVENTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE - SecretariatCONVENTION - CADRE SUR LES CHANGEMENTS CLIMATIQUES - SecrétariatVACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES (ITS) PROGRAMMEVACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO: VA 10/023/ITSPUBLICATION/TRANSMISSION DATE: 07April 2010DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION 06 May 2010TITLE AND GRADE: Coordinator, D-1POST NUMBER: FCA-2943-D1-001INDICATIVE ANNUAL SALARY: US$ 93,979 to 100,534 net (without dependents)US$ 101,674 to 109.241 net (with dependents)(plus variable post adjustment, currently 47.9% of net salary) plus other UN benefits and pension fund

DURATION OF APPOINTMENT: One and a half years, with possibility of extensionDUTY STATION: Bonn, GermanyEXPECTED DATE FOR ENTRY ON DUTY As soon as possible

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Background

The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is the focus of thepolitical process to address Climate Change. The Convention secretariat is supporting the Conventionand its Kyoto Protocol by a range of activities, including substantive and organizational support tomeetings of the Parties.The Information Technology Services (ITS) programme provides services in the area of Information Technology infrastructure, systems and support services, including administration of mission-critical systems such as the International Transaction Log. The programme ensures an integratedapproach to IT systems support that delivers timely, high-quality and responsive IT services to Partiesand the secretariat.

Responsibilities

Working closely with the Executive Secretary, and reporting directly to the Deputy ExecutiveSecretary, the incumbent directs and manages the activities and operations of the InformationTechnology Services programme, ensuring the successful implementation of the work programme andthe effective management of the financial and human resources; also contributes to the overallmanagement of the secretariat through membership in managerial groups. In particular the incumbentwill:1. Coordinate and manage the sub-programmes and provide strategic directions to accomplishmandated functions and objectives of the programme. Provide direction in planning, execution andenhancements of IT methodologies, strategy, processes, development, operations and support./…

2. Direct and coordinate the implementation of all activities and projects to ensure that goals andobjectives are met and outputs are delivered in a timely fashion. Create and update mid and longterms plans related to investments and management of IT solutions; provide technical forecasts andcoordinate work schedules that is aligned to the secretariat and its programmes needs. Conductregular reviews with sub-programmes management and technical leads, assessing performance,budget, issues, potentials risks and initiating corrective actions.3. Lead the IT services in the area of Information Technology infrastructure, systems and supportservices. Introduce new concepts and empower staff in the sub-programmes and the technical panelto create innovative and sustainable IT solutions. Propose significant new projects to the ITManagement Committee and the management team, maintain a positive and effective workingrelationship between the ITS programme and other programmes in the secretariat, advise on the roleof information and communication technology in combating climate change and provide regular briefings to the Executive and Deputy Executive secretary.4. Direct the programme’s operations and administration of financial and human resources. Undertakeor oversee the programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the programme,including preparation of inputs for results -based budgeting, reporting on performance, evaluation of staff performance and recruitment of staff. Manage, guide, develop and train staff under his/her supervision.

Requirements

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Minimum requirements are for advanced university degree in Computer Science /Engineering or related field or disciplines. A combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensiveexperience may be accepted in lieu of advanced degree.

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At least fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible experience in planning, design, development,implementation and maintenance of information systems and/or IT infrastructure. Provenexperience of successful IT project management is required. Four to five years should have been atthe international level.

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Fluency in English. Working knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.

Evaluation criteriaProfessionalism

Expert knowledge and proven track record in international relations and management of major international eventsAbility to translate broad strategic directions into effective operational activities

Communication

Excellent spoken and written communication skillsAbility to defend and explain difficult issues with respect to key decisionsProven ability to communicate complex concepts orallyWillingness and ability to act as a spokesperson and promoter both internally and externally

Client orientation

Ability to identify client needs and appropriate solutionsAbility to maintain productive partnerships with clients

Management/Leadership

Proven track record of excellent management and technical leadership skillsAbility to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff Ability to delegate appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision making authorityAbility to develop and implement change initiatives/…