UN Data Integration Process Technician Job Opportunities – United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)

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Organisation: United Nations
Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Duty Station: Entebbe,
Uganda
Reports to: RDM Business
Solutions Manager, New York
Vacancy Code: VA/2017/B5004/14544
About UNOPS:
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)’ mission is to expand
the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peace building,
humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need. Working
in some of the world’s most challenging environments, UNOPS vision is to always
satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of
quality, speed and cost effectiveness. By assisting UN organizations,
international financial institutions, governments and other development
partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the
ground.
Job Summary: The Data
Integration Process Technician will play a technical role in RDM team in
Entebbe.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent will:
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Provide support in the design and development of
reports and dashboards using tools like SAP Business Intelligence and MS Power
BI
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Keenly analyze requirements and develop
visualizations and reporting solution
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Support the development of SQL database and
stored procedure.
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Implement ETL processes to bring data from
different data sources into data repositories and warehouses. 
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Develop cubes and database views to expose data
to visualization tools
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Process, clean, and verify the integrity of data
used for analysis
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Perform sanity checks and unit testing of
reports
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Participate in end-user testing for bug fixing
and issues resolution
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Work closely with support teams for releases and
change management
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Process support Work Orders troubleshooting and
resolving reporting and BI incidents and problems.
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Develop documentation and supporting training
materials
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Perform other duties as required



Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
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The ideal candidate for the United Nations
Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Data Integration Process Technician job
placement should hold a High school diploma or equivalent.
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First-level university degree in Applied
Mathematics, Electronics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems /
Technology, Engineering or related field is an asset or advantage.
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At least six (6) years of progressively
responsible professional experience in the field of Business Intelligence,
Database Management, Information Systems and other related fields is required.
A candidate with a University degree must have at least two (2) years of
experience in the relevant area;
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A minimum of three (3) years of experience with
Power BI or SAP Business Objects (BO)
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A minimum of two (2) years of experience with
data integration, cleansing, ETL related areas;
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Ability to take high level, loosely-defined
business problems and identify precise, quantitative solutions;
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A minimum of two years of experience with
Microsoft SQL or any other database tool;
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Previous experience in solving analytical
problems using quantitative techniques;
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Strong experience in MS Excel
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Strong programming experience
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Language Requirements: Fluency in
written and oral English is required. Knowledge of a second UN language is
desirable.
Personal Competencies:
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Treats all individuals with respect; responds
sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds
organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness.
Role model for diversity and inclusion.
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Acts as a positive role model contributing to
the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For
people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates,
directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership
styles.
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Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own
role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and
maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others
(if relevant to the role).
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Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of
action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task
accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and
takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of
resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
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Open to change and flexible in a fast paced
environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or
requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is
consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
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Evaluates data and courses of action to reach
logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with
calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
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Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and
open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs
of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict
effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
How to Apply:
If interested in joining the United Nations Office for Project Services
(UNOPS) in the aforementioned capacity, please click on link below to visit
website and create profile or express interest if you already have a profile on
the UN system.
Deadline: 15th December
2017

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