Consultancy – Archives Specialist – DFAM/AMS, NYHQ (11.5 Months)
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Job no: 538859
Contract type: Consultancy
Level: Consultancy
Location: United States
Categories: Operations and Business Management, Consultancy
UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.
Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.
And we never give up.
For every child, hope..
The UNICEF Archives’ goal is to take a systemic approach to preserving the organization’s institutional heritage. It aims to provide improved archival preservation of both physical and digital materials and creating platforms for access through developing viable archival descriptions as well as engaging modern access platforms that satisfy client research needs. The Archives also aims to engage technology solutions through making use of new digital preservation capabilities. These goals will be implemented in line with the organizational strategy and information management requirements of stakeholders in various business areas.
How can you make a difference?
The purpose of this consultancy is to appraise and describe UNICEF archival records according to the General International Standard Archival Description [ISAD(G)] and implement archival guidelines that support teams regarding the identification, appraisal, arrangement and description, and preservation and conservation of archival records.
The Archives Specialist/Consultant will work under the supervision of the Archivist to ensure information is managed accurately and appropriately.
Key Responsibilities:
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Appraise records to evaluate whether they meet the criteria for inclusion in the Archives;
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Arrange and describe archival records according to ISAD(G);
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Create finding aids, and perform data entry;
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Contribute to the implementation of archival policies, i.e. access, accessioning, appraisal;
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Participate in the development of an implementation framework for an Archives Management System and a Trusted Digital Repository;
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Support the UNICEF Archivist with guidance to Interns;
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Performs other duties as required.
Deliverables:
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Support the operationalization and implementation of archival guidelines regarding the identification, appraisal, arrangement and description; and preservation and conservation of archival records.
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Create Archival Finding Aids for physical records.
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Respond to access and research requests in accordance with internally defined guidelines.
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Support the development of the Archives’ access and communication platform with researchers.
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Develop content for the Archives’ communication platform.
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Support the development of an implementation plan for Archives Management System and Trusted Digital Repository.
Travel
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Travel is not required for this consultancy.
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
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Academic Degrees:
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An advanced university degree in Archival Studies or related field, or equivalent experience
Professional Experience:
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A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in archival arrangement and description.
Other Skills and Qualifications:
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Highly organized and process oriented
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Demonstrated knowledge of international archival standards – ISAD(G)
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Experience with large scale digitization projects is a strong asset
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Knowledge of digital preservation and ability to develop digital preservation implementation plan
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Understanding of international development issues and previous experience with a multilateral or UN organization is a strong asset
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Strong communication and advocacy skills to raise awareness with senior colleagues on archival matters
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Highly proficient with desktop applications such as Adobe Acrobat Professional, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and an ability to learn new IT systems
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Physical Ability to lift archival boxes in the range of 20 lbs
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is an asset.
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For every Child, you demonstrate…
UNICEF’s values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.
Remarks:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
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