ICT Senior Analyst - ICT Project Management (Data Architect)

United Nations Office for Project Services; Brasília; Remote; BRL 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

UNOPS is seeking a Senior ICT Analyst focused on Data Architecture to advance the S2ID 4.0 Integrated Disaster Information System for SEDEC/MIDR in Brazil. The role involves establishing the technical baseline, defining data models, and making architectural decisions to support modular evolution.

It demands reconciliation of documentation with implementation and rigorous data governance. The candidate will manage the data model of critical modules, ensure traceability, and coordinate with GIS,

Qualifications

• Experience in IT tools development, data architecture, and data modelling.
• Experience with relational databases, SQL, and data integration between systems.
• Experience coordinating architectural evolution and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Inventory existing data documentation and models; map as-is and to-be data architecture.
• Review and evolve conceptual, logical, and physical data models according to priorities.
• Define data dictionaries and entity definitions; establish data integrity and versioning rules.
• Collaborate with GIS, integration, security, and mobile/offline specialists when needed.

Job description

ICT Senior Analyst - ICT Project Management (Data Architect)

Job Category

Duty Station(s)

Seniority Level

ICS 09

Contract Type

ICA - LICA - Specialist - Retainer

LICA 9

Posting Start Date

05-Nov-2026

Posting End Date

19-Nov-2026

Duration

About the Region

In Latin America and the Caribbean, UNOPS operates across 23 countries, delivering high-impact solutions that drive sustainable development. UNOPS focuses on building and improving resilient infrastructure—including roads, bridges, public facilities, sanitation systems, and housing—to enhance quality of life and foster inclusive growth. UNOPS also supports public health by procuring essential medicines and medical equipment, ensuring broader access to healthcare services. By strengthening institutional capacities, UNOPS promotes transparent, efficient, and equitable public management. As a trusted partner to governments and development stakeholders, UNOPS aligns its interventions with national priorities, helping countries advance the Sustainable Development Goals through practical, results-driven support.

About the Country/Multi-Country Office

Based in Brazil, the UNOPS Southern Cone Multi-Country Office (SCMCO) also oversees operations in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, supporting national priorities and development goals across the subregion. In Argentina, UNOPS strengthens public institutions by providing technical assistance in planning, procurement, and oversight of infrastructure projects—particularly in public buildings—and building capacity in public procurement, with a focus on technological innovation. In Brazil, where UNOPS has operated since 2012, the office collaborates with UN agencies, financial institutions, and government bodies at all levels to deliver services in health, education, urbanization, social rehabilitation, PPPs, and institutional strengthening. UNOPS has played a key role in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and currently manages 17 active projects across the country. Its work emphasizes transparency, operational efficiency, and results-driven management while aligning with the strategic and operational needs of its partners. Across the Southern Cone, UNOPS promotes sustainable development by enhancing national capabilities and supporting the delivery of high-impact, inclusive infrastructure.

Job Specific Context

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EN

We are seeking a senior professional in Data Architecture and Databases to join the core technical team responsible for the evolution of S2ID 4.0 (Integrated Disaster Information System) for the National Secretariat for Protection and Civil Defense (SEDEC/MIDR), within the framework of a technical cooperation agreement with UNOPS.

The professional will be involved from Phase 0, focusing on establishing the technical baseline, defining data models, and making the architectural decisions required to support the modular evolution of S2ID 4.0.

This role extends beyond operational database administration. We are looking for someone capable of understanding the actual environment, reconciling documentation with implementation, structuring consistent models, identifying risks, and translating functional requirements into actionable and traceable data architecture decisions.

*Remote work; candidates must use their own computing equipment. Open to individuals residing in Brasília, DF.

Role Purpose

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EN

The Senior ICT Analyst plays a pivotal role in strengthening the technological and operational capabilities of the National Secretariat for Civil Protection and Defense (SEDEC). Their primary focus is the modernization of the Integrated Disaster Information System (S2ID 4.0) and the development of complementary solutions, such as mobile applications (designed with an "offline-first" approach).

Acting as a strategic bridge between SEDEC’s internal departments and the contracted software development team, the incumbent is responsible for refining and structuring the organization’s technological requirements. This includes mapping complex processes, conducting in-depth requirements gathering and analysis, drafting user stories (UX/UI), defining business rules, and establishing rigorous acceptance criteria for the validation of deliverables.

With a focus on prioritizing critical operational modules—such as Disaster Recognition, Response, Prevention, and Contingency Planning—the professional will manage the product backlog, ensuring that the scope remains clear, functional, and traceable, thereby mitigating the risks of rework or architectural flaws. Through continuous oversight and technical governance, this role ensures that software development fully addresses the needs of Brazil’s civil protection and defense system, ultimately optimizing disaster management workflows at the national level.

Functions / Key Results Expected

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EN

The Senior Information Technology Analyst, with a focus on Data Architecture, is responsible for:

• Inventorying and analyzing existing documentation, models, structures, and decisions related to data;
• Understanding the S2ID environment and its actual databases, identifying gaps between documentation and implementation;
• Consolidating the "as-is" and "to-be" data architecture baseline;
• Reviewing and evolving conceptual, logical, and physical models according to project priorities;
• Structuring and maintaining data dictionaries, as well as definitions for entities, relationships, and attributes;
• Defining and reviewing rules for data integrity, consistency, history, versioning, and traceability;
• Analyzing performance, indexes, queries, constraints, and other mechanisms relevant to the technical quality of the model;
• Mapping data involved in integrations and supporting the definition of contracts and information flows between systems;
• Identifying risks related to evolution, migration, compatibility, and technical dependencies;
• Documenting architectural decisions, evaluated alternatives, pending items, and recommendations;
• Working in close collaboration with the Requirements Analyst to ensure coherence between business rules, requirements, and the data model;
• Supporting the definition of technical acceptance criteria, testing, and validation (homologation) processes related to data and integrations;
• Collaborating with specialists in GIS, integration, security, mobile/offline, and application architecture whenever these areas are engaged;
• Supporting documentation and knowledge transfer to ensure the technical sustainability of S2ID 4.0.

Expected artifacts include:

• A technical inventory of databases, models, and inputs;
• An "as-is" and "to-be" data architecture baseline;
• Conceptual, logical, and physical models;
• A map of entities, relationships, and dependencies;
• A map of data and integrations;
• Rules for integrity, history, versioning, and traceability. recommendations for performance and consistency;
• documentation of architectural decisions and pending items;
• technical risks and recommendations for future evolution;
• inputs for acceptance criteria, testing, and validation.

Skills

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education Requirements

PT

Required

EN

Required

• Master's degree—preferably in Information Technology, Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, Teaching, or a related field with 2 years of relevant experience; OR
• Bachelor's degree in any of the aforementioned fields with 4 years of relevant experience.
• Specialization or extension course relevant to the position.
• Project Management certification, preferably PRINCE2 Foundation/Practitioner.

Experience Requirements

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Required:

EN

Required

• Experience in the development of IT tools, data architecture and modeling, relational databases and SQL, the design and evolution of conceptual, logical, and physical data models, data integrity, consistency, performance, and versioning, data integration between systems, analysis of existing environments and architectural evolution, technical documentation, and communication with business and development teams.
• Experience with PostgreSQL, PostGIS, geospatial data, government environments, system interoperability, schema migration/evolution, and NoSQL technologies where applicable to the existing environment.
• Experience in reviewing project management methodologies.
• Experience in coordinating the implementation of technological and procedural improvements.

Language Requirements

Additional Information

• UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.
• Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the selection process, which may include various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of a wide range of nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We strive to sustain and strengthen this diversity, fostering an inclusive working environment where all personnel are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities.
• UNOPS evaluates all applications based on the skills, qualifications and experience outlined in the vacancy announcement. We are committed to a fair and transparent selection process and welcome diverse perspectives, including those of women, indigenous and racialized communities, individuals of diverse gender identities and sexual orientations, and persons with disabilities.
• We are committed to enabling all candidates to perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require support or reasonable accommodation to complete any assessment, please inform our human resources team upon receiving your invitation.
• UNOPS has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, and other forms of abusive conduct, including discrimination, abuse of authority, and harassment. To uphold these standards, background checks are conducted for all final candidates to help ensure that individuals with a history of such conduct are not hired. By applying for a position with UNOPS, candidates acknowledge and consent to these verification processes.
  

• UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.
• Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the selection process, which may include various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of a wide range of nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We strive to sustain and strengthen this diversity, fostering an inclusive working environment where all personnel are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities.
• UNOPS evaluates all applications based on the skills, qualifications and experience outlined in the vacancy announcement. We are committed to a fair and transparent selection process and welcome diverse perspectives, including those of women, indigenous and racialized communities, individuals of diverse gender identities and sexual orientations, and persons with disabilities.
• We are committed to enabling all candidates to perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require support or reasonable accommodation to complete any assessment, please inform our human resources team upon receiving your invitation.
• UNOPS has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, and other forms of abusive conduct, including discrimination, abuse of authority, and harassment. To uphold these standards, background checks are conducted for all final candidates to help ensure that individuals with a history of such conduct are not hired. By applying for a position with UNOPS, candidates acknowledge and consent to these verification processes.
  

Terms and Conditions

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here .
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• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.