Associate Statistics and Data Analysis Officer
4 days ago
Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
H (no hardship)
Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
Family
Staff Member / Affiliate Type
UNOPS IICA1
Target Start Date
2024-10-01
Deadline for Applications
September 16, 2024
Terms of Reference
Title: Associate Statistics and Data Analysis Officer
ICA Level: IICA-1/LICA-9
Duty station: Copenhagen, Denmark
Duration: 01/10/2024 - 31/12/2024 (with possibility of extension)
General Background
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is a global organization dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights, and building a better future for refugees, forcibly displaced communities, and stateless people.
The Statistics, Data Science, and Survey Section (SDSS) located in UNHCR's Global Data Service (GDS) in Copenhagen oversees the production of global statistics on forcibly displaced and stateless populations. Access to reliable, timely and accurate data is essential to achieve the aims of the Data Transformation Strategy 2020-2025, that is, to position UNHCR as a trusted leader on data and information related to refugees and other populations of concern.
Purpose and Scope of Assignment
Working as part of the Statistics, Data Science, and Survey Section, in the Statistical Partnerships and External Engagement team, the Associate Statistics and Data Analysis Officer will focus on the section's partnership in IDAC. Main tasks include strengthening national data systems and capabilities, promoting collaborative and innovative data collection and analysis methods, and improving the visibility, availability, accessibility, and usability of statistical data.
The selected candidate will be responsible for the following tasks and activities:
Coordination and Communication
• Support global and regional coordination and communication on IDAC-related activities.
• Support the organization of internal and external events focused on data on children and age disaggregation.
• Support in dissemination and publication of IDAC publications.
Capacity Building
• Assist in organizing and delivering training sessions for UNHCR staff, partners, and other stakeholders on age disaggregation.
• Support the organization of capacity-building workshops and rollout of capacity-building tools.
• Coordinate national data system strengthening and capacity building work related to age disaggregated displacement data on children.
Data Publications
• Develop thematic briefings and guidance documents, with a focus on age disaggregation and forced displacement.
• Review and provide technical input into relevant publications.
Management support
• Budget management support, including creating and maintaining budget planning and management tools.
• Act as team-focal point/coordinator for common Microsoft Teams channels and workplanning tools.
• Active participation in Steering Committee and working group meetings as required.
Travel required
• Travel is required both to attend IDAC related events and workshops.
Qualifications and Experience
Education:
• University (or Master's degree) in statistics, economics, monitoring and evaluation, political science, international policy and development or a relevant field.
Work Experience:
• 3 years relevant experience in research and data analysis with Undergraduate degree; or 2 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 1 year relevant experience with Doctorate degree.
• Proven experience in capacity building and data system strengthening work.
Key Competencies
• Advanced knowledge about displacement and humanitarian and development work.
• Advanced analytical and statistical skills.
• Advanced communication skills both orally and in writing.
Location and Conditions
The successful candidate will be based in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Shortlisted candidates might be required to sit for a written test. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
This vacancy is open to applicants residing in Denmark as well as those residents in other countries. The remuneration level and the applicable entitlements and benefits may differ based on the residence of the most suitable selected candidate.
Please note that the initial contract will run up to 31 December 2024 with possibility of extension.
All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties.
Required Languages
English
Desired Languages
Additional Qualifications
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