Advisor/Senior Advisor in Corporate Governance Staff – Data & Business Analysis

The Norwegian Immigration Appeals Board (UNE) seeks an Advisor/Senior Advisor to bridge operational data work with strategic analysis in governance. The role is ideal for candidates experienced in business intelligence, data-driven decision-making, and public sector processes.

✍️ Short Description

The Norwegian Immigration Appeals Board (UNE) seeks an Advisor/Senior Advisor to bridge operational data work with strategic analysis in governance. The role is ideal for candidates experienced in business intelligence, data-driven decision-making, and public sector processes.

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📊 Become a Key Player in Data-Driven Decision Making at UNE

Do you thrive at the crossroads of data, governance, and business strategy? The Norwegian Immigration Appeals Board (UNE) is hiring an Advisor/Senior Advisor for their Corporate Governance staff—a role designed for professionals passionate about data management and impactful analysis.

🌐 About UNE

UNE is a government body responsible for handling immigration and citizenship appeals. With over 240 employees and a vital role in shaping fair and efficient immigration processes, UNE is central to Norway’s justice framework.

🧠 Your Role & Responsibilities

You’ll contribute to a wide array of initiatives designed to improve how UNE manages and analyzes data for decision-making. Your key tasks will include:

• Preparing impactful analyses to inform leadership and policy decisions

• Contributing to the development and upkeep of UNE’s BI system (Qlik)

• Producing reports and statistics for internal management and the Ministry of Justice

• Supporting reporting processes and daily operations

• Connecting data insights to real-world governance goals

🎓 Required Qualifications

• Higher education in social sciences, preferably with statistics

• Hands-on experience with data analysis and business management

• Familiarity with BI tools like Qlik is highly desirable

• Strong communication and writing skills in Norwegian

• General proficiency in IT tools and systems

• Foreign education must be NOKUT-approved (see hkdir.no)

🌟 Who Thrives in This Role?

The right candidate will be:

• Structured and detail-oriented

• Able to switch between strategic thinking and daily tasks

• An excellent communicator and collaborator

• Positive, proactive, and flexible in handling fast-paced responsibilities

• Excited to contribute across disciplines and systems

💼 What UNE Offers

• Work with high-impact topics in immigration governance

• Mentorship, training, and internal development programs

• A modern and centrally located office in Oslo

• Competitive salary: NOK 590,000–800,000/year, with potential for more based on experience

• State pension and welfare benefits (2% contribution applies)

• Partially flexible work arrangements

UNE is proud to embrace diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, gaps in their CVs, and immigrant backgrounds.

📥 Application & Contact Info

Applications are accepted exclusively via the Jobbnorge recruitment system. Be sure to include:

• Transcripts, diplomas, and certificates (in Norwegian or NOKUT-approved equivalents)

• At least two references

📞 Contact: Elisabeth Taraldsen Hyllseth, Department Director
📧 Phone: +47 907 91 221

📎 Reference & Apply Link
🔗 Apply for the Position on Jobbnorge