TERMS OF REFERENCE
The consultant will provide specialized, cross-sectoral technical expertise to design, refine, and institutionalize advanced information management and analytical systems. The assignment will cut across all UNICEF programme and cross-cutting sections and corporate systems, with a focus on strengthening data integration, advancing analytical capacity, and automating scalable tools for evidence-based decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Data Consolidation and Management
- Data Quality:
- Information Systems Development
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Capacity Strengthening and Knowledge Transfer
Minimum requirements
- Minimum requirements:
Education: Advanced university degree (Master`s) in one of the following fields: Data Science, Statistics, Information Management, Computer Science, Economics, Monitoring and Evaluation, or a related field in social sciences or development studies
- Work Experience:
- A minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in information management, data analytics, monitoring and evaluation, or related fields.
- Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing data integration systems, including working with multiple data sources (programme, financial, and partner datasets).
- Proven track record in advanced data analysis and visualization, including development of dashboards (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools).
- Experience in cross-sectoral analysis within development or humanitarian contexts, including linking programme results, population reach, and financial data.
- Experience working with large and complex datasets, including data cleaning, harmonization, and development of data structures and protocols.
- Language Requirements: English is required
- Desirables : Prior experience with UN agencies, UNICEF, or similar international organizations is highly desirable, particularly familiarity with Results-Based Management (RBM) frameworks and corporate systems (e.g., RAM, eTools).
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UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). 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 based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. 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, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.
- An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
- A detailed technical proposal: proposed methodology and approach to the assignment
Remarks
UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.
All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.