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Statistician - P4

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United Nations
New York - United States
S: Competitive

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) of the United Nations and reports directly to the Chief of the Cost-of-Living Division.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Statistician will be responsible for the following duties:

• Initiates and co-ordinates the development of appropriate methods for obtaining relevant data;
• Ensure the quality of collected data for accuracy, consistency and comparability;
• Plans and conducts analytical programmes of work in relevant areas of statistics. This may include: identifying projects, conducting analysis and participating in technical advisory activities for national capacity building;
• Supervises and contributes to the development of relevant databases, web publishing tools and other software for collection, storage and dissemination of statistical data;
• Undertakes methodological research with regard to standards on concepts, definitions and classifications to assist countries and other constituents in strengthening their statistical development;
• Develops new or improved statistical methods and quantitative models for analyses and projections;
• Provides guidance and advice to administrations of other organizations, other departments, and staff representatives on technical aspects of the cost of living measurement methodology;
• Plans and co-ordinates seminars, workshops, expert group meetings, etc.;
• Plans, organizes, manages and supervises the work of the section assigned;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of computer software packages used to analyze and evaluate statistical data. Ability to formulate new strategies and technical approaches with respect to statistical development. 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.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in statistics, mathematics, economics or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience at the national/international level in the areas of cost-of-living measurement and international comparison of prices and related statistics.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language is an advantage.

Job summary

Employer:

United Nations

Location:

New York, United States

Education:

Master's Degree

Sector:

Statistician

Salary:

Competitive

Job Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full-Time

Posted:

29th July 2015

Apply By:

26th September 2015

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