Information Management Assistant

Supports UN archives and digital records management by administering archival systems, digital preservation workflows, technical tools, database records and user support for ARMS.

Department: Archives Management Unit, Archives and Records Management Section

• Export declassified archives and publish them to archival systems
• Ingest digital archives into the digital preservation system
• Develop scripts for data exchange and synchronisation between systems
• Maintain technical guidance and standard operating procedures
• Coordinate transfers, accessioning, arrangement and description of digital records
• Manage software, hardware, technical support and IT inventory for ARMS
• Maintain service statistics and supervise junior General Service staff

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least seven years of experience in information management, information technology, archives, electronic records management or a related area, reduced to five years with a first-level university degree
• Experience providing technical support, troubleshooting IT issues and communicating solutions to clients
• English is required

• Appointment or assignment is for an initial period of one year
• Position is subject to local recruitment within the country or commuting distance
• Recommended candidates may be included in a roster for similar future job openings