Data Analyst
Organizational Context
The United Nations Development Coordination Office (DCO), a stand-alone office within the UN Secretariat, manages the Resident Coordinator system. This role is within the Data, Digital, and Innovation (DDI) Section, which drives corporate data and digital initiatives supporting the Resident Coordinator system. The incumbent will work with various UN INFO modules and data sources, ensuring integration across RC systems and coordinating with data analysis teams.
Job Purpose
The Data Analyst will develop and implement databases, data collection systems, and analytics strategies to optimize statistical efficiency and quality across organizational platforms. This involves identifying and interpreting trends from structured and unstructured data, developing analysis and reporting capabilities, and creating reports and dashboards for management. The role also includes producing data products, fostering collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, staying updated on data analytics best practices, and conducting capacity-building activities for staff on UN INFO modules. The analyst will support project execution through robust data analysis and ensure project objectives are met.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, and analytics strategies to optimize statistical efficiency and quality. Identify, analyze, and interpret trends and patterns using statistical methods on structured and unstructured data. Develop and implement analysis, reporting, and quality control capabilities, identifying appropriate data sources and process improvement opportunities. Create reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to convey insights to management. Lead the production of data products such as reports and newsletters. Establish communication and cooperation with organizational units to manage data needs. Collaborate with data engineers and scientists to enhance data flows and quality. Stay abreast of data analytics trends, technologies, and tools. Conduct training for staff on data analytics and UN INFO modules. Support project execution through data analysis and collaboration.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressive experience in Data Analysis, Data Engineering, or Data Science is required. Experience with data manipulation, statistical methods, data lifecycle management, and database management is essential. Experience with SQL, Python, R, and data visualization tools is desirable.
Skills
Data manipulation, data analysis, statistical methods, data collection systems, data analytics, reporting, quality control, data visualization, database management, SQL, Python, R, data storytelling, communication, collaboration, analytical thinking, problem-solving.