Programme Specialist (IODE/OBIS)

Overview

Responsible for the technical and scientific coordination, implementation and maintenance of the IOC data and information exchange system, particularly the Ocean Biodiversity Information System (OBIS) and support to related activities.

Tasks Summary

• Establish technical programme goals, plan of activities, budget proposals, and performance measures.
• Coordinate and provide technical maintenance and further development of the OBIS technology stack and infrastructure.
• Manage the technical implementation of the OBIS work plan.
• Manage and provide support to the OBIS technical and scientific working groups.
• Collaborate closely with wider IODE/IOC teams and support other related activities.
• Develop tools and standards, as well as trouble shooting solutions, for users.
• Assist with technical support of IODE databases and other IT services.
• Manage the drafting of technical and scientific aspects of extra-budgetary project proposals.
• Provide terms of reference for, and monitor/evaluate progress of, contractors.
• Participate in relevant meetings of IODE mandated groups and other relevant events.
• Assist with the promotion and communication of OBIS.
• Support additional work of the IOC and IODE, including support to Member States.

Experience Requirements

• A minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in data informatics, or a related area, of which preferably two (2) years acquired at international level.
• Experience in IT web-enabled scientific database development and management.

Qualification Requirements

Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent), preferably in information technology, computer science, environmental, marine or biological sciences, or a related field.

Other Details

Languages Required: Excellent knowledge (spoken and written) of English.

Languages Preferred: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is an asset.

Contract Duration: 2 years, renewable

Work Modality:

Remuneration: The approximate annual starting salary for this post is USD 107, 430.