INFORMATION SYSTEMS OFFICER
Quick answer
The United Nations Office at Vienna is hiring an in-office Information Systems Officer to lead software development and digital transformation initiatives for global anti-crime mandates.
- Role
- INFORMATION SYSTEMS OFFICER
- Organization
- United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV)
- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
- Apply by
- 2026-08-02
The role
The United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV) is seeking an Information Systems Officer to lead a large development team within the Solutions Transformation Team. The incumbent will design software architectures, manage digital transformation initiatives, and oversee the development lifecycle for applications used by Member States to combat financial crime. This role involves balancing strategic technical planning with agile project management and stakeholder engagement.
What you'll do
- Lead a large development team and oversee agile development processes.
- Define and document system architecture to support digital transformation strategies.
- Design and implement new software modules using modern technologies like AI/ML.
- Facilitate dialogue with business sponsors and end users to establish architectural priorities.
- Engage in advocacy and media material production to support client outreach.
What it takes
- Master’s degree in information systems, computer science, or related field.
- Minimum of seven years of experience in software architecture and enterprise systems design.
- ITIL Foundation certification required.
- Proven experience with modern engineering practices like CI/CD and automated testing.
- Proficiency in English (UN Level II).
What you'll bring
How we treat you
This is a project post with an initial appointment of one year, subject to funding availability and mandate extension.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this position is located in Vienna and is considered an in-office role.
What is the duration of this appointment?
This is a project post with an initial one-year appointment, which may be extended based on funding and mandate.
What are the core educational requirements?
An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in a technical field is required, though a first-level degree plus two additional years of experience may be considered.
When is the deadline to apply?
Applications must be submitted by August 2nd.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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