TA Business Analyst (Humanitarian Cast Transfers Management Information System), (P-3), EMOPS New York (364 days)

The purpose of this position is to support UNICEF HCT team in developing the documentation required throughout the development of the UNICEF HCT MIS and to liaise with relevant stakeholders, internal and external, during the different phases. In particular, the position will focus on ensuring there is clear documentation and understanding of both the business and functional requirements of the system. This will be critical to ensure the development of an effective system for integrated data management of humanitarian cash transfer programs at UNICEF. The key result is to ensure that UNICEF HCT MIS evolving business needs are captured and disseminated through relevant documents across the various stakeholders involved.

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, a champion.

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

UNICEF experience in implementing humanitarian cash transfer (HCT) programmes as well as a recent feasibility assessment have shown that UNICEF requires a Management Information System (MIS) to be able to deliver results for children using HCT in contexts where there is no national MIS system available or fit for purpose. From a programme quality assurance and a risk management perspective, a dedicated HCT MIS is needed to comply with UNICEF’s commitment to scale up cash programming, to be interoperable with other UN agencies’ data system, to contribute to the interagency data hub to which UNICEF has recently committed, and to provide adequate level of risk management. Under the supervision of the EMOPS business owner (the Humanitarian Cash Transfer Coordinator), the business analyst will contribute to the development of the HCT MIS.

How can you make a difference?

The purpose of this position is to support UNICEF HCT team in developing the documentation required throughout the development of the UNICEF HCT MIS and to liaise with relevant stakeholders, internal and external, during the different phases. In particular, the position will focus on ensuring there is clear documentation and understanding of both the business and functional requirements of the system. This will be critical to ensure the development of an  effective system for integrated data management of humanitarian cash transfer programs at UNICEF.

The key result is to ensure that UNICEF HCT MIS evolving business needs are captured and disseminated through relevant documents across the various stakeholders involved.

This temporary position is located in the Office of Emergency Operations (EMOPS) New York, USA.  The incumbent works under the direct supervision of the Humanitarian Cash Coordinator and in close collaboration with HCT MIS programme manager.

Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks:

1. Update UNICEF HCT MIS artifacts and documentation by reflecting the evolving MIS development ecosystem to ensure up to date  information are used by development stakeholders
2. Develop and maintain a work plan of the needed documentation with realistic timeline and relevant stakeholders to be involved.
3. Participate in technical internal and interagency discussions on MIS collaboration modalities to inform any changes in the UNICEF MIS requirements and documents.
4. Keep an updated list of functional requirements based on the existing business and operational requirements.
5. Ensure that technical requirements closely align with functional and operational requirements.
6. Identify and generate relevant analysis to solve functional bottlenecks and inconsistencies within the different internal and external modules of UNICEF MIS
7. Document the various user-access levels and authorisations as supported by UNICEF internal processes and functional needs
8. Develop (and map) a workflow for each different module and component of the UNICEF HCT MIS
9. Based on the various requirements and workflows, collaborate with the MIS development team to draft the MIS Standard Operating Procedures and Technical Specifications which will be used to guide and support the MIS development and implementation/ use in the field.
10. Ensure deliverables are being properly reflected in the development phase by liaising on behalf of EMOPS HCT team at a technical level with internal (e.g.: UNICEF offices and divisions) as well as external stakeholders (UNHCR and Developers)
11. Oversee in close collaboration with the ICTD focal points the development of the HCT MIS
12. Report and inform on regular basis the Humanitarian cash transfers coordinator and the Programme Manager on progress of the work, identify and flag potential bottleneck that would require strategic and management support

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Education: 

• Advanced university degree in Information Technology, Business process management or relevant field.

Experience:

• At least five (5) years of demonstrated knowledge and experience in  the design and development of management information systems
• Experience in the use and design of Management Information System for HCT programmes is highly desirable
• Experience with UNICEF is a strong asset

Language Requirement:

• Fluency in English. Good written and spoken skills in the language and tools of business analysis

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

View our competency framework at

http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

Remarks:

Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

In the selection of its staff, UNICEF is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex or religion, and without discrimination of persons with disabilities: well qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Employment is conditional upon receipt of medical clearance, any clearance required, the grant of a visa, and completion of any other pre-employment criteria that UNICEF may establish. Candidates may not be further considered or offers of employment may be withdrawn if these conditions are unlikely to be met before the date for commencement of service.