Field Relief and Social Services Information System Administrator

Relief and Social Services Department

Vacancy Announcement

Field Relief & Social Services Information Systems Administrator

Deadline for Applications

22 January 2019

Contract Type

Grade or LDC Band

Fixed Term Appointment Or Limited Duration Contract

Grade 13 – Band E

Vacancy Announcement Number

LF/03/2019

Duty Station & Department

Lebanon Field Office – Relief & Social Services Department

UNRWA encourages applications from qualified women and welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.

UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for professionals like you.

UNRWA's human development goals

UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. UNRWA has identified four human development goals as the focus of the Agency's operations in committing to fostering human development of Palestine refugees by helping them to: lead long and healthy lives, acquire knowledge and skills, achieve decent standards of living and enjoy human rights to the fullest possible extent.

How can you make a difference? 

You will be joining a team of around 3000 staff in the Lebanon Field Office working to foster the human development registered Palestine refugees.••

The •Field Relief & Social Services Information Systems Administrator will be responsible for:

The main responsibilities include:

Provides technical support to ensure all RSSD staff in the assigned Field properly utilize all systems and software for day-to-day operational needs; this includes the Refugees Records Information System (RRIS), Micro-Credit Support Programme MIS and Community-based Organization Data System; Assists HERRIS in the planning for system testing, system installations, backup needs and formal on-the-job training for the use of Relief and Social Service Department systems; Implements the technical guidance, instructions and support documentations provided by the Eligibility and Refugee Registration Information Section• and ensures proper identification and resolution of system problems in coordination with ISD at the Field or Headquarters level as needed; Is technically responsible at Field level for the data integrity, accuracy, timeliness and maintenance of all RSSD Information Systems data from error detection phase to error correction phase; Monitors and follows up on data collection, consolidation and analysis related to RSSD Information Systems in order to produce reports and statistical data that will support management in planning, budgeting and forecasting; At the Field Level, assists in collecting and documenting user requirements; prepares instruction manuals, training material and any other documentation for the RSSD systems; Identifies RSSD Small Business Applications development needs in the respective Field and follows up on the development, testing and deploying in accordance with ISD policy regarding Small Business Applications; Prepares RSSD's IT related budget at Field level according to ISD standards; Performs such other duties as may be required.

Conditions of service•

Option I: Fixed Term Appointment (duration of up to three years extendable)

Monthly basic salary L.L. •2,112,358

Other benefits include:

• Provident Fund contribution (15% of basic salary paid by the Agency)

• Dependency allowances, Dependent spouse: L.L 60,000 per month

••• Dependent child: L.L 33,000 per month

• 30 days of annual leave

• Compulsory medical insurance

Option II: Limited Duration Contract (duration of up to one year extendable):•

We offer competitive benefits, and remuneration which depends on the band of the post, and qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

To qualify for this position, you will need:

Education

A university degree in computer science, information systems, or other related discipline.

Work

experience

At least three years of experience in the application of the above and in the administration of database systems and SQL servers.

Language(s)

Good command of written and spoken English.

You will also need to demonstrate the following competencies:

Very good interpersonal skills; Ability to set priorities, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines;

•         Willingness to keep abreast of new development concepts and approaches

Desirable Qualifications:

•         Knowledge of the refugee community and Agency Relief and Social Services activities;

•         Good knowledge in statistics;

•         Possession of valid driving license.

For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews:

https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI

Recruitment in UNRWA Lebanon – How it works:

https://jobs.unrwa.org/frmFieldAnnouncementsList.aspx?id=3

How to apply

To start the application process, applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and completing UNRWA Personal History Form. Only applications received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large number of applications received for UNRWA vacancies, only applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address that you will indicate in your Personal History Profile is accurate, candidates shortlisted for test or/and interview will only be contacted by e-mail. No follow up phone calls will be made.

The United Nations does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process. The United Nations does not concern itself with information related to bank accounts.

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General information

This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates. As an Area post, preference will be given to local candidates already based in the duty station of the post.

UNRWA is a United Nations organization whose staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity, and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNRWA staff are expected to uphold these values at all times, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.

The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description

Date of issue: 02 January 2019