Senior Data and Research International Consultant

Job Summary

Produce analytical and knowledge products during the ECAMENA transition, including workshop reports, evidence product reviews, survey innovation documentation, transition notes, and research papers on MICS innovations in MENA. This is a time-bound assignment linked to specified deliverables and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop workshop reports and analytical knowledge products for the ECAMENA transition
• Conduct reviews of specific evidence products and prepare methodological review documentation
• Document selected survey innovations and prepare practical transition notes
• Produce research papers on MICS innovations in MENA regions
• Provide technical support to governments and UN country teams on child-related data systems
• Prepare publication-quality analytical papers and research briefs

Requirements

• Master’s degree in economics, Demography, Statistics, Epidemiology, Engineering or other related technical field with significant measurement, analysis or quantitative research background
• At least 15 years’ experience in data analytics and research
• At least 15 years of experience in quantitative research, data analytics, household survey methodology, or related applied research fields
• Extensive experience with supporting national data systems including child-centric surveys
• Experience of working with UNICEF or other UN agencies on child-related SDGs
• Experience providing technical support to governments and UN country teams
• Demonstrated experience producing methodological reviews, analytical review notes, or peer-review style comments on complex evidence products
• Experience with child-focused statistics, household surveys, MICS or similar survey programmes, and national data ecosystems
• Strong quantitative analysis, research synthesis, and methodological review skills
• Fluency in English and excellent written communication skills
• Knowledge of child poverty measurement, multidimensional deprivation analysis, or comparable child-focused analytical approaches
• Familiarity with MENA data contexts and regional/international data partnerships is an asset

What the company offers

• Diverse opportunities for professional and personal development
• Attractive compensation and benefits package

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