Apply: UNOPS Programme Management Senior Analyst

Deadline: 06 August, 2020

Location: Kampala, Uganda

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is seeking applications from eligible applicants for the post of Programme Management Senior Analyst.

The mission of UNOPS is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure, and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

  • Support data governance consultants and partnership leads in maintaining a network of stakeholders on AI and data from public, private sector and civil society organisations in Ghana and Uganda
  • Conduct research and draft relevant policy instruments on various AI ethics, data privacy and data protection matters in Africa and with a focus on Ghana and Uganda
  • Assist in editing and reviewing written materials (project proposals, final reports, feedback surveys)
  • Participate in various data privacy and AI ethics-related discussions with stakeholders, and provide technical inputs to relevant policy initiatives at the national and regional levels
  • Support and coordinate organisation of events, working groups, and other advocacy related to events tied to the AI and data policy work in Africa
  • Take meeting notes, draft summaries, and support timely reporting on all deliverables
  • Work closely with the policy team in Pulse Lab, New York, ensuring alignment of policy work and priorities across Pulse Labs

Requirements

  • Advanced university degree (master’s degree), preferably in Political Science, Public Administration, Computer Sciences, International Relations, Law, or other relevant fields
  • Two years of relevant work experience combined with a relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent may substitute for the requirement of a master’s degree
  • Two years, minimum, of experience managing data privacy, data protection, data or AI governance, including AI Ethics with a focus on Global South
  • One year, minimum, of professional experience in a project management position in the field of data and AI governance is desirable
  • Experience in event organisation and facilitation is desirable
  • Experience in policy research and drafting policy recommendations on digital development and digital transformation is desirable
  • Familiarity with data governance, AI strategies, and data market concepts is an asset
  • Working knowledge of data and AI applications for social good is desirable
  • Experience of working in public sector, especially international public sector, is desirable
  • Fluency in English (written and oral)

To apply and for more information, click here.

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