Associate Statistician, Dmd/tmi

The Trade and Market Intelligence (TMI) is part of the International Trade Centre’s Division of Market Development (DMD). It has developed a range of tools for strategic and operational market research, focusing on products and markets of interest to developing countries and economies in transition, assessing sectoral and national trade performance and trade competitiveness.
In parallel to the development and implementation of its market analysis tools, TMI delivers trainings and capacity building programmes on market analysis and research for effective export marketing and strategy development. Drawing on the data and analytical indicators in the tools together with additional desk and empirical research, TMI also conducts studies and analyses tailored to the needs of trade policy officials in national ministries and trade support institutions focusing on strategies for improving trade competitiveness and identifying opportunities for product and market diversification.

**Responsibilities**:
Under the direct supervision of the Programme Officer, and the general guidance of the Head, Trade Data, Tools and Analysis, the incumbent will:

- Assist in designing, organizing, planning and managing the collection, evaluation, analysis, compilation and dissemination of statistical data to measure trade competitiveness, regional value chain indicators, and other trade-related indicators.
- Assist in developing, implementing and managing statistical database(s)
- Assist in trainings and technical support on trade competitiveness, trade, market access and export potential analysis and other related information.
- Assist in the development of marketing materials for ITC’s work on trade competitiveness and regional value chains.
- Prepare draft technical documents for international, intergovernmental and expert group meetings and assist in drafting relevant reports.
- Assist in the organization of seminars, working groups and expert meetings.
- Guide, train and supervise junior consultants in the team.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education
An advanced university degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, sociology or related field.
Note: A first-level university degree in the areas mentioned in combination with two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience
Applicants to positions at this level who have an advanced university degree in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience. For applicants who have a first level university degree, two additional years of qualifying work experience is required.

Experience in statistics, finance, accounting or related area is desirable.

Experience in the field of international trade and value chain analysis, is desirable

Experience of statistical software packages such as SAS, Stata, R, Python or similar is desirable.

Languages
For the position(s) advertised, fluency in both English and French is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Assessment

Special Notice
The conditions of service are governed by the United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations. This is a fixed term appointment for an initial period of one (1) year.
ITC champions workforce diversity, inclusion, gender equality and gender parity and considers all qualified persons - of all genders - equally, including those with disabilities, without discrimination or prejudice of any kind. ITC also offers attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work/life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.
Applications from women and nationalities from developing and least developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply.
Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration.

United Nations Considerations
In accordance with the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instruction