ICT Specialist - Technology Solutions Engineer

*FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPY*

UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects.  Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.

The New York Portfolios Office (NYPO) supports the United Nations Secretariat, as well as other New York-based United Nations organizations, bilateral and multilateral partners in the delivery of UNOPS mandate in project management, infrastructure management, and procurement management

The Sustainable Development Cluster (SDC) supports diverse partners with their peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations. It was formed by combining the following portfolios: Grants Management Services (GMS), UN Technology Support Services (UNTSS), Development and Special Initiatives Portfolio (DSIP) It provides Services to partners' programmes that are designed, structured, and managed with a global perspective and primarily serving partners that are headquartered in New York.  The SDC has a footprint of approximately 125 countries.

The position of ICT Specialist – Technology Solutions Engineer supports the TDDPS/ TDU and focuses on delivering innovative technology solutions to enhance the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of UN peace operations.

• Designing and delivering training and capacity building
• Advising on and implementing cutting-edge technologies
• Supporting procurement and documentation processes
• Driving innovation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement

1. Technology Solutions (particularly in Counter UAS, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, Force Protection, Symmetric and Asymmetric Threat mitigation and  sensors)
2. Service Design and early life support
3. Training design and delivery
4. Documentation and Knowledge Management
5. Innovation and Change Management

• Manages relationships with technical experts and field missions’ programmes with respect to programme and project deliverables while managing risk;
• Builds high quality product design documentation as well as guidelines and SOPs for the implementation of new technologies in the field missions;
• Identifies and advises on Technologies Solutions (particularly in Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, Force Protection, Symmetric and Asymmetric Threat mitigation technologies, Command & Control systems, Situational Awareness and Sensors) that could enhance better mandate implementation;
• Contributes to the development of innovation frameworks, best practices and technology roadmaps;
• Contributes to liaising with the industry and adhere to the UN procurement rules with the technology sector, vendors, industry, research & development entities and other partners with a view to assess and apply of modern technologies in UN field missions;
• Actively follows technology developments and identify technology trends and solutions with respect to military requirements for peace operations to contribute to the workplan to ensure that most updated technologies are used as per mandate and activities requirements;
• Travel to field and other operational locations, as necessary, to support the effective delivery of work.

• Develops and implements products as a service strategy;

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.

• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 

• UNOPS evaluates all applications based on the skills, qualifications and experience requirements outlined in the vacancy announcement. We are committed to considering all candidates in a fair and transparent manner, and we value diverse perspectives and experiences, including those of women, indigenous and racialized communities, individuals with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions 

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 

• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses ( they take around 4 hours to complete)  in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.

• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.