This position is located primarily in the Statistics Division in the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean Region, ECLAC - Regional Economic Commissions. The Statistician reports to the Chief of the Division.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of the Division, the Statistician will be responsible for the following duties:
Initiate and coordinate the development of appropriate methods for obtaining relevant economic data. Ensure the accuracy, consistency, timeliness, and comparability of the collected data. Plan and conduct analytical work programs in national accounts, external sector, balance of payments, sector indicator, and other structural economic statistics and short-term statistics. Supervise and contribute to the development of relevant databases, web publishing tools, and other software for the collection, storage, and distribution of statistical data while also monitoring the updating, maintenance, and expansion of a microdata database of economic surveys. Lead and coordinate the International Price Comparison Programme (ICP) with the global office and within ECLAC. Coordinate the development and implementation of the ICP Programme with countries in the LAC region. Undertake methodological research concerning standards on concepts, definitions, and classifications to assist countries and other constituents in strengthening their statistical development in national accounts and other macroeconomic topics. Follow up the methodological revision process of the national accounts system and give a regular update and other manuals of methods related to macroeconomic statistics. Develop new or improved statistical methods and quantitative models for analysis, generation of regional indicators, and specific studies. Arrange and coordinate seminars, workshops, expert meetings, and more. Coordinate administrative matters associated with the management of the economic statistics unit and projects with other international organisations. Organize, manage, and supervise the work of the section assigned. Collect and analyze data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Perform other duties as assigned. Competencies:
PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of statistical programs to analyze and evaluate complex data. TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments. Education:
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in statistics, mathematics, economics, sociology or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience:
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in the collection, compilation, analysis, and dissemination of statistical data or related areas is required. Experience in working with the statistic of national accounts, external sector, prices, and other macroeconomics indicators is required.
Languages:
Fluency in both English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Assessment:
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice:
At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity.
The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodations for staff with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING).
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