UNITED NATIONS/NATIONS UNIES
TEMPORARY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
P-2 (2 posts) Associate Information Management Officer
Deadline to apply: 14 May, 2010
Estimated Start Date: 01/06/2010
Duty Station: New York
Possibility of Extension? YES
Duration: up to 31 December 2010
Open to External Candidates? YES
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Associate Information Management Officer positions are located in the Department of Management/Office of Central Support Services/FCSD/CAS/Archives and Records Management Section (ARMS). Under the supervision of the Chief, Archives Unit, the Associate Information Management Officers are responsible for the management of projects to describe and preserve the United Nations archival records according to international standards. The incumbents conduct in particular reference functions by advising internal and external users about archival holdings, and manage declassification projects in compliance with UN policies and practices. They maintain communication with other information and records managers and provide services on archival related
issues to all departments. They manage archival descriptive and declassification related metadata in the Sections electronic recordkeeping system (TRIM). They make recommendations for enhancement of ARMS website and participate in the maintenance and update of the archives portion of ARMS website. They perform other related duties, as required.
COMPETENCIES : P.315 (3-09)
Professionalism Domains of professional knowledge include the following: the nature of archives, records and
recordkeeping; appraisal, arrangement and description of archival records; maintenance and disposition of records, preservation. Demonstrable conceptual, analytical and evaluative skills and ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identifying and assessing issues, formulating options and making conclusions and recommendations.
Planning and Organising Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor own work plan and those under his/her supervision.
Technological Awareness In-depth knowledge and experience of relevant technology and its application to archives and recordkeeping.
Communication Demonstrable ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally. Ability to prepare reports, formulating positions on issues, articulating options concisely conveying maximum necessary information, making and defending recommendations. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships with client groups.
Teamwork Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations
For Managerial Positions: For Managerial Positions:
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: At least two years of progressively responsible professional experience in modern archives, recordkeeping and/or information management functions. Experience at the international level preferred.
Education: Advanced university degree (Masters Degree) with a specialization in archival or information science, information systems, social science (history or international relations, esp. in the post-World War II period) or a related field. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in spoken and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language is an advantage.
Other Skills: Specialization in the application of information technology to archives and records management.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: Cover Letter ; PHP ; Signed PAS Periods: 2009-10
ALL SUBMISSIONS TO BE SENT TO:
Contact Name: Eriko Takahashi Email Address: [log in to unmask]
Copy (cc): Paola Casini Email Address: [log in to unmask]
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Note: While this temporary assignment will provide the successful applicant with an ideal opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.
Internal candidates for this purpose is defined as staff members currently serving under 100 series appointment who have been recruited after a competitive examination under staff rule 104.15 or after the advice of a Secretariat joint body under staff rule 104.14. External applicants may be considered when it is not possible to identify suitable internal candidates of the same department/office.
Please note that external candidates are generally not entitled to be appointed at the advertised level of this temporary vacancy and will therefore be graded in accordance with the current recruitment guidelines. This means that the grade may be at a lower level than that of the advertised level of the post.
For information on the provisions for special post allowance, please refer to ST/AI/1999/17.
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Subject: [archives] Job: Processing Archivist (Appalachian State
University, Boone, N.C.)
*Please excuse cross-postings*
Position Title: Instructor or Assistant Professor (Processing Archivist)
Department: University Library
The University Library at Appalachian State University seeks an
energetic and detail-oriented Processing Archivist to join the 10-member
Special Collections team. The position will manage and participate in
accessioning and processing collections from the four Special
Collections units: W.L. Eury Appalachian Collection, Stock Car Racing
Collection, University Archives, and Rare Books and Manuscripts.
Annual evaluations and review for promotion and tenure are based on
performance in professional responsibilities and a record of current
involvement in scholarship and service. See
http://www.library.appstate.edu/admin/policy/dpc/index.html for the
library's current guidelines. Appalachian State University is committed
to providing equal opportunity in education and employment to all
applicants, students, and employees. The university does not
discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or
with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the
basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, gender
identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran
status, or sexual orientation. The university actively promotes
diversity among students and employees.
Review of applications will start June 4, 2010. For full information on
responsibilities, qualifications, the University, and the Library, go to
http://www.hrs.appstate.edu/employment/epa/epa.php#epa6626.
A criminal background check will be conducted on all finalists who are
invited to campus for an interview.
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