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The purpose of this assignment is to undertake data landscape diagnostic analysis that will provide UNICEF Bhubaneswar Field Office with a clear understanding of the development landscape in the state. The data analyst will work closely with the sector specialists to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for effective UNICEF data investments to bridge the data gap in assessing outcomes for children in the context of the SDGs and UNICEF programme outcomes, keeping in view the data demand and supply-side story for the coming 3-5 years. The consultant will support UNICEF’s program as well as the nodal departments with strong recommendations to improve the use of existing MIS data and the monitoring system to assess the situation pertaining to children, the state SDG indicator framework and building the capacity of the UNICEF field office and the nodal departments to analyze, synthesize, and process information to drive better results for children.

If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference here: TMC0004468 External ToR.pdf

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Minimum requirements: (Qualifications/Experience/ Knowledge/Expertise/Skills)

Education: University degree, Master's in Statistics, bio/population statistics, Econometrics, or any other relevant qualification
Work Experience: Five years of experience on data analytics, data modelling and econometrics with strong understanding of social sector and development data;
Strong technical skills in the use and application of statistical systems and digital platforms with experience of setting up advanced Management Information Systems in the public domain is required.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain productive, professional relationships with government counterparts, donors, civil society and other stakeholders;
High capacity for organization and coordination, as well as an ability to work with a high degree of independence in a team environment;
Experience working in a multi-donor environment is an asset;
Experience in managing diverse and sometimes competing interests and perspectives to arrive at a durable consensus;
Familiarity with national and state schemes for children will be a strong advantage.
Skills Preference for candidates who have previous experience working with a UN entity
Language Requirements: Fluency in written and spoken English (Essential) and Odia (advantage)
Desirables Prior work with the government and based in Bhubaneswar

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.

UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.

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.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal, TMS (Talent Management System):

An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
Cover letter
A separate financial proposal (only acceptable in the format of the linked template) TMC0004468 Financial proposal template.xlsx

Remarks: If the TOR or financial proposal documents are not downloadable on certain recruitment platforms, please visit our official page Vacancies | UNICEF Careers.

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.

Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.

Consultant for Statistics & Data Analysis, Bhubaneshwar, India ,16 Months, Nationals only,#595252