Data Analyst II
Organizational Context
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) promotes sustainable urban development and adequate housing for all. Based in Rio de Janeiro, the Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean (ROLAC) focuses on developing and managing activities in Brazil, supporting local governments and partners in implementing urban policies and the Sustainable Development Goals.
Job Purpose
The Data Analyst II will support the implementation of the Social Territories Program's second phase, which aims to strengthen Rio de Janeiro's strategy for addressing multidimensional urban poverty. This role is crucial for enhancing institutional capacity to produce, integrate, and utilize territorial evidence. The position will promote actions that expand social participation, strengthen community belonging, and improve access to educational, cultural, and productive inclusion opportunities, directly contributing to UN-Habitat's mission of transforming cities into more inclusive, resilient, and equitable places.
Responsibilities
The Data Analyst II will contribute to the development, calculation, and validation of data products, including variables and indicators. Responsibilities include extracting, processing, and analyzing data from public and statistical sources, presenting findings through tables, graphs, and charts. The role involves preparing georeferenced information and related data products, and reviewing spatial data materials. Additionally, the analyst will participate in capacity-building activities, contribute to data management and analysis for urban indicators, and support project risk identification and monitoring. The position also requires documenting project processes and outputs, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and developing reports.
Work Experience
A minimum of three years of experience in data analysis, report generation for public policy, data visualization, and data collection, processing, and analysis is required. Progressively responsible experience in urban project/programmes within Brazil is also necessary. Previous experience within the UN System is desirable.
Skills
Proficiency in Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, and web search engines. Knowledge of GIS software (QGIS or ArcGIS). Experience with data visualization tools and platforms. Experience with data collection platforms (e.g., KoboToolbox, ODK) is desirable. Basic experience with programming/version control platforms (e.g., GitHub, GitLab) is desirable. Knowledge of project management methodologies is desirable.