Data Specialist
Organizational Context
The UN Secretariat's Resident Coordinator System (RCS) is undergoing reform to enhance effectiveness in achieving the 2030 Agenda and SDGs. This role is within the UN Resident Coordinator's Office (RCO) in Port Sudan, Sudan, reporting to the Head of RCO. The office supports country-level development priorities and SDGs, aligning with the UN 2.0 shift towards data, digital, and innovation.
Job Purpose
This Data Specialist role is crucial for supporting the UN Resident Coordinator's Office (RCO) in Port Sudan, Sudan, in achieving development priorities and SDGs. The purpose is to develop and implement robust databases, data collection systems, and analytics to optimize statistical efficiency and quality. The role involves identifying and analyzing trends, developing reporting tools, and creating data visualizations to inform decision-making and communication. It also includes capacity building for staff on data analytics, collaborating with various stakeholders, and ensuring data quality and alignment with organizational objectives. The position contributes to the UN's data-driven approach and supports the effective functioning of the UN Country Team (UNCT) and Cooperation Framework.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, and analytics to optimize statistical efficiency and quality. Identify, analyze, and interpret trends using statistical methods. Develop analysis, reporting, and quality control capabilities, identifying new data analysis process improvement opportunities. Create reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to effectively communicate findings to management. Document methodologies and establish data practices for staff. Lead the production of data products and draft inputs for various reports and documents. Collaborate with data engineers and scientists to enhance data flows and quality. Stay updated on data analytics best practices and technologies. Conduct capacity-building activities and trainings on data analytics. Support project execution through robust data analysis and collaboration. Identify gaps in national statistical systems and recommend UN responses, leveraging big data and geospatial solutions. Assess model evaluation using validation metrics and conduct outcome-level analysis for UN reporting. Supervise and guide colleagues in data-centric roles and collaborate on monitoring, evaluation, and learning cycles.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressive experience in translating business requirements into technical solutions is required. Demonstrated skills in data storytelling and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, R) are essential. Experience in quality assurance of data analysis outputs is also required. Experience in strategic support for research, data analysis, knowledge management, or project management in development cooperation is desirable.
Skills
Professionalism, Strategic Thinking, Analytical Thinking, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Communication, Planning and Organizing, Collaboration, Problem-Solving, Adaptability.