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Digital and Innovation Fellow

Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
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The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme

NGO Total Positions: Location: Kampala, Uganda Full-time Salary: not mentioned Posted 1 year ago
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Under the direct supervision of the Senior Economic Advisor, and the Economics Specialist, the Digital and Innovation Fellow provide support in the following areas: • AI and Digital Innovation Support • Assist in the integration of AI tools (e.g., Large Learning Models (LLMs), chatbots) into UBOS systems under the guidance of USPC and UBOS. • Support data cleaning, analysis, and visualization for SDG monitoring using tools like Stata, Python, R, or PowerBI. • Contribute to the development and testing of a proof-of-concept AI chatbot for UBOS’s Open Data Portal. • Capacity Building and Training • Help organize and co-facilitate training sessions for UBOS staff on AI applications, data visualization, and statistical tools. • Document training outcomes and user feedback for iterative improvements. • Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing • Act as a liaison between UBOS, UNDP Uganda, and USPC for day-to-day coordination. • Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and knowledge products to share project progress and lessons learned. • Administrative and Logistical Support • Support project management tasks, including scheduling meetings, tracking deliverables, and maintaining documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Eligibility criteria • Age • 18 – 80 • Required experience • 1 month • Nationality • Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment. • Assignment requirements • Relevant experience • 1 year • Languages • English, Level: Fluent, Required • Required education level • Bachelor degree or equivalent in Computer science or Data Science or Mathematics or Statistics, IT, or a related field. • A Masters degree in any of these fields will be an added advantage. • Certifications in AI, data analytics, or cloud computing (e.g., AWS, Azure) are an advantage. • Competencies and values • Integrity and professionalism: ability to apply good judgment; high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures. • Accountability: mature and responsible; ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations. • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment. • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender; • Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely. • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards the UN core values. • Skills and experience • Familiarity in data analysis, digital innovation, or AI. • Familiarity with programming (Stata, Python/R), data visualization tools (PowerBI/Tableau), and open-source AI frameworks. • Exposure to statistical systems or SDG monitoring is desirable. • Basic understanding of AI/Machine Learning (ML) concepts and data engineering. • Strong organizational and communication skills. • Ability to work in multicultural teams and adapt to dynamic environments. • Area(s) of expertise • Information technology • Driving license
HOW TO APPLY
All candidates for the aforementioned United Nations Volunteers (UNV) job should apply online at the link below.
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